What Currency Is Used in Mexico?

Mexico uses the Mexican peso (MXN). Here is a quick guide to cash, cards and payment planning for the trip.

Quick answer: The currency used in Mexico is the Mexican peso (MXN), commonly shown with the symbol $.

Money and payments in Mexico

Carry more than one way to pay. Cards are convenient where accepted, while some cash is useful for smaller businesses, transport, tips or places that do not accept your card network.

Currency

Mexican peso

Code

MXN

Symbol

Before you travel

Check whether your card charges foreign-transaction fees.
Keep a backup payment method separate from your main wallet.
Use reputable ATMs and review the exchange-rate choice before confirming a withdrawal.

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