Kiribati - Money

Kiribati uses the Australian dollar (AUD).  An amount of $5000 cash is permitted to be carried by a visitor when traveling to Kiribati. Major foreign currencies and travelers cheques can be exchanged at the ANZ Bank.

Banks:

The ANZ Bank (Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Ltd) is the only International banking company in Kiribati with operating branches on South Tarawa and Kiritimati Island.

ATMS:

• On South Tarawa, ATMs are accessible at Betio, Bairiki, Bikenibeu ANZ Bank branches and at the gate of Tungaru Central Hospital in Nawerewere.
• On Kiritimati Island you can access the ATM at Ronton.

Credit Cards:

VISA & Master Cards are currently the only major credit cards accepted in Kiribati but there is limited acceptance where there are no credit card facilities. You will not be able to use credit cards on outer islands.VISA & Master Cards are currently the only major credit cards accepted in Kiribati but there is limited acceptance where there are no credit card facilities. You will not be able to use credit cards on outer islands.