# What currency does Nassau use?

> Nassau, Bahamas uses the Bahamian Dollar (BSD). USD accepted everywhere.

- **Currency:** Bahamian Dollar (BSD, symbol B$)
- **Rate:** 1 BSD per 1 USD — pegged to the US dollar, this rate never changes
- **Example:** B$20 ≈ $20 USD
- **US dollars accepted:** USD accepted everywhere
- **Time zone:** America/Nassau (ET)

The Bahamian dollar is pegged 1:1 to the US dollar, and both circulate interchangeably in Nassau. You can pay with USD everywhere and often receive change in a mix of both currencies.

## Money tips for Nassau

- No need to exchange money — USD works at the Straw Market, taxis and restaurants alike.
- Spend Bahamian coins before you leave; US banks won't take them.
- Card surcharges of 3–5% are common at small vendors — small USD bills win.

## Related

- US customs duty-free rules: https://cruiseshiptime.app/guides/us-customs-duty-free-limits.md
- Free duty-free calculator: https://cruiseshiptime.app/duty-free-calculator
- All port currency guides: https://cruiseshiptime.app/ports

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