The national currency in Phuket, as in the rest of Thailand, is the Thai baht. The baht is available in bills of 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1,000 baht, as well as coins of 1, 2, 5 and 10 baht. It is recommended that you exchange your currency at authorized exchange bureaus or banks to ensure that you receive the official exchange rate. Many stores in Phuket, especially in the tourist areas, also accept major foreign currencies such as US dollars and euros.