Australian Dollars (AUD) are the currency of Australia and are widely accepted, with Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, American Express, Bankcard, JCB and their affiliates accepted too. Currency exchange services can be found at the Gold Coast Airport and in popular tourist spots including Surfers Paradise, Pacific Fair, Robina Town Centre and Australia Fair along with most Australian banks. Australia has a goods and services tax (GST) applicable on purchases of 10%, - but if you keep your receipts, you may be able to claim this and the wine equalisation tax at the airport when departing.