Greece belongs to the Member States of the European Union participating in the common currency, Euro. The notes, which have different sizes and reflect styles of European architecture, are found in various values of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 Euros. The coins are of eight different values: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 minutes and 1 and 2 euro. The euro coins have one common side and a national side indicating the issuing country.
Within the cities of Achaia, the visitor will come across many banks and ATMs. Banks are open to the public Monday through Thursday from 8:00 to 14:30 and Friday from 8:00 to 13:30, except holidays. Euro exchange to any foreign currency van be done at most Greek and foreign banks and exchange bureaus located in the center of town. For foreign exchange you will need your passport if you are a citizen of a state not belonging to the European Union.
Traveler's checks and credit cards issued by major financial institutions are widely recognized and accepted in most shops of Achaia.