You can take money with you to New York, but it is just as easy to withdraw money in New York. The most common bills in New York are $1, $5, $10, $20 and $50. The coinage in America mainly consists of; quarter (0.25), dime (0.10), nickel (0.05) and penny (0.01).
Taking money to New York
It is best to have a few dollars with you in advance when you go on holiday to New York, even if only to tip in the taxi or at the airport. Change €200 – €300 for the first hours in New York.
Withdraw money in New York
Withdrawing money is fine in New York. You can withdraw your money from an automated teller machine (ATM) Make sure your bank card is set up for this. And be careful that when withdrawing dollars from an automated teller machine (ATM) in New York, you withdraw money without conversion. You then pay the dollars in your own currency and this is cheaper than with conversion.
Pay with your debit card in New York
The debit card itself works fine in New York. Don’t forget to set it to America in advance and you can simply pay by card at many stores. However, since the arrival of the chip in the Netherlands, you may no longer be able to use your debit card everywhere. In New York the card is often swiped and our magnetic strip no longer works. Keep this in mind when you are in New York, so make sure you have a credit card or cash on hand.
Pay by credit card in New York
If you go to New York, it is very useful if you have a credit card. A credit card in New York is used the same way we use debit cards in the Netherlands. And always pay in dollars because the conversion by your own bank is cheaper.
New York Advantage Passes
Want to save money when visiting sights and attractions in New york? Then buy a benefit pass. Whether you plan to visit New York for a week, a month or even longer, it is almost always worth buying a New York Pass. Even if you only see a few attractions, it can save you money, especially if you are visiting new York for the first time and want to see everything. Which benefit pass is best for you depends on the length of your stay in New York, the number of attractions you want to visit.
