Currency and cash
The currency is the Central African CFA franc (XAF). The economy is cash-based; currency can be exchanged only in Bangui and Berbérati.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceGovernment of Canada, Travel advice: Central African Republic
Cards and withdrawals
Card withdrawals are practically only possible at the Ledger hotel and the Ecobank in central Bangui, and impossible elsewhere. Withdraw by day, in a secure place and accompanied.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Central African Republic, useful informationGovernment of Canada, Travel advice: Central African Republic
Sources for this guide
- Government of Canada, Travel advice: Central African Republic · Source updated: May 26, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Central African Republic, useful information · Source updated: September 15, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
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