Mexican Currency

Travelling to Mexico and needs to know the name of the Mexican money unit or just need to know what is the exchange rate for $1 American dollars in Mexican currency?

Use the links on this page to learn more about the local money in Mexico, currency symbol, notes and more.


Mexican Currency Info


Mexican Currency Exchange Rate Today

Mexico Money

  • The local money used in Mexico is Peso.

  • The currency symbol of the Mexican money is $.

  • The Mexican currency code is MXN.

  • The Peso Notes: The Mexican currency notes are made up of $20, $50, $100, $200, $500, $1000.

  • The Peso Coins: 1 Peso is made up of 100 Centavos. Mexican Centavo Coins go from 5¢, 10¢, 20¢, 50¢, 1$, 2$, 5$, 10$, 20$, 50$, 100$.

What is the best currency to use in Mexico? obviously it is best to convert your currency to Mexican money and use the local Peso as it is accepted everywhere in Mexico. American dollars and other major currencies like Stirling Pound or Japanese Yen are not readily accepted in most business establishments, however some major hotel chains, restaurants and shops may accept US dollars at an agreed upon exchange rate.

Can I use my credit cards in Mexico? Popular credit cards, like Mastercard and Visa, are widely accepted within Mexico (at hotels, restaurants, shops, travel agencies etc.). American Express is less common and can attract surcharges if you are able to use in an establishment - hence check before you use it.

What is the exchange rate for Peso to US Dollars?

Exchange rates for foreign currencies are often changing and in most days minute by minute.

Therefore it's wise to ask for the the latest money exchange rate for US Dollar to Mexican Peso before buying the Peso you need for your up coming trip at American Dollar to Peso Exchange Rate Today.

What is the exchange rate for Peso to Stirling Pound?

Foreign exchange rates are always changing and in most cases by the minute.

It’s wise to ask for the the today's currency exchange rate for British Pound to Mexican Peso before buying the Peso you need for your next trip from British Pound to Peso Exchange Rate Today.