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Money Exchange: Foreign currencies can be exchanged at the airport or in some of the big hotels, but often a higher commission is charged. To take advantage of a lower commission you should exchange your money in one of the banks or at a bureau de change.

The single European currency (Euro):

The Euro is the official currency of 12 European Union member states (including France).

•The first euro notes and coins came into circulation in January 2005, and entirely replaced the French franc on 17 February 2002. Euro (€) = 100 cents.