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Bank Etiquette

Most ATM's disperse $5's $10's, and $20's with a max of $300 at a time no matter what your withdraws limit is.. Banks will change $20's to ones or dollar coins. ATM's do often run out of cash but banks will take your debit card and in most instances give you more than $300 if your card allows it. I would suggest you bring about $200 with you. half of it in $10's and $5;s then use your card as needed. By the way you will have to take off any cap or hat you wear off when in the bank. Also you will need to remove your sunglasses and no use of cell phones while online. These are all security measures. If you will be moving a large amount of money, it is customary to have the guards and or police escort you.

Submitted on Feb 26, 2014 - Category: Expat Finance, Network: Ecuador

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OceanHideaway