ATM - Boca Chica - Money Exchange

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dagui00

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hi all
this forum is so kewl
is there an ATM machine in Boca Chica , also has any body had any problems with ATM credit fraud, i like to use the ATM because they usually have a diciplined rate of exchange and limits the necessity to carry large sums of cash

Money exchange - in the posts i have read it looks like the best place to exchange money is at the airport, i will arrive late in the evening 10:00 p.m., is the money exchange still open at this time at the airport, also in some of the posts i have read it refers to keeping your reciepts from the money exchange so in able to return or exchange Dominican pesos back to U.S. funds, in the event i was to win any money in the casino (not likely right lol ) is it easy to exchange this back into U.S. currency?
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dan
 
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LauraP

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In Boca Chica,I've never used an ATM, although I know some that have, with no problems. Not positive where there is one. Sure there's one at the Hamaca. I use Banco Populaire who's hours & location fit me perfectly
 
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dagui00

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In Boca Chica,I've never used an ATM, although I know some that have, with no problems. Not positive where there is one. Sure there's one at the Hamaca. I use Banco Populaire who's hours & location fit me perfectly

not sure what the reference I use Banco Populaire means is this a money exchange sorry im a bit confused here
thanks
dan
 
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carrie

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You are coming in on a flight to SDQ? Downstairs at the food court - in the back there are various ATM machines. Near the bathroom and near Bon (Ice Cream Store) I use them from time to time Banco Leon, Popular or Reservas. Have had no problems.

You cannot take out more than 10 thousand pesos at one time...about 300 USA Dollars. If you need more then you can request a maximum of 7500 pesos - keep in mind most ATM policies with US Banks is that you cannot withdraw more than $500 USA Dollars in a 24 hour period.

Enjoy your stay.

If staying in Boca Chica there is an ATM at the Shell Station where there is also a Burger King. Never had problems with that ATM either.
 
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TOOBER_SDQ

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dagui00 said:
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There is an ATM across the street from the entrace to Hotel Hamaca. It is very secure, usually with guards watching. I am not certain of the bank that operates it; probably Banco Popular.

The limit with Banco Popular is 10k peso. I have recently withdrawn alot more from a Ban Reservas ATM. So if your bank charges fees for withdrawing from competitor's ATMs, look for a Ban Reservas to make less withdraws and accrue less fees.

Enjoy your trip.
 
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peep2

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BanReserva has an ATM that is enclosed and guarded so you won't have someone looking over your shoulder when you use it. Its on the street that runs parallel to Duarte at the Hamaca end of town. It is also very close to a police post.
 
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peep2

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To make my answer to the original question more complete I add the following. Changing money at the airport will be a waste of time and likely a waste of some of your hard earned money. As another poster pointed out, there are several ATM machines in the lower lobby of the airport that can supply you with pesos to get you started. Should you be fortunate enough to find yourself with a surplus of pesos at the end of your trip you will find plenty of "Cambios" (money changing shops) that will convert them back to dollars, euros, etc.
 
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rellosk

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As peep2 said, do not change money at the cambios in the airport. Prior to a few years ago, the airport cambios used to provide a competitive rate, but now they charge a hugh vig, similar to the airports in other countries.
 
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boca chica dave

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rellosk said:
As peep2 said, do not change money at the cambios in the airport. Prior to a few years ago, the airport cambios used to provide a competitive rate, but now they charge a hugh vig, similar to the airports in other countries.
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The Banco Reservas after baggage claim in the A section changes at the going rate. Avoid all the other cambios. If you arrive at area B walk over to area A or as suggested use an atm.
 
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jrzyguy

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For a weeks trip i bring about 500-ish USD..IN usd. I just change it at the cambios in B.C. when i get there. I dont waste my time with travelers checks (tho on a first visit one might feel more comfortable doing that).

The cambios on the calle are pretty much all the same. Just look and see where there dominicans are going to!

If i run out of money then I go to Banco Popular near the park. Armed guards at the bank...but then i go RIGHT back to my hotel with my money just in case anyone is looking. Sounds paranoid...but i'd rather be safe than sorry.

I would NEVER ever go to an ATM late at night..and my wallet and cards are always locked up.

Otherwise...using common sence i feel completely safe at banco popular. The one thing i advise is to find and ATM that uses a swipe rather than a dip. If that machine swallows your card then you are F***d!!!!

But in short..i've never had no probs with Banco Popular on Duarte...durring the day.
 
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MerengueDutchie

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When you land at the Airport go to the ATM's there. They are easy to find and I never had problems there.

As you exit the customs area you enter the area where the arrivals are met by family and friends. Easily noticed because left and right will be flanked with people waiting. Take a right cross towards the food area (Pizza). After 15 meters you will see the toilets on you right hand again. Next to this entrance there are at least 3 ATM's.
 
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MerengueDutchie

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In BC there is a small park. Go there in the morning (around 09:00), buy some coffee from the lady at the stall next to the supermercado at 20 pesos (small cup). This stall is on th eside of the park where the buses stop.

Then enter the park and (facing in the directon of the beach), look to your right. At that corner of the park, across the street there is a Banco Popular, with a good ATM.

Never had any problems there either.
 
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