CURRENCY REGULATIONS: The currency is the Rupee, ab-breviated as Rs. Monetary unit: 1 Indian Rupee = 100 paisa. US$ and Euro are the easiest to change, however any money NOT ex-changed via a bank is a criminal offence.

CHANGING MONEY: Foreign currency regulations are strict. Only change money at banks or legal foreign exchange dealers. Keep and look after your trans-action receipts as you may be required to provide proof that you obtained your rupees legally.

CREDIT CARDS: A growing number of hotels, restaurants and shops in the major cities are beginning to accept credit cards, the well known and more accepted ones being American Express, Master Card, Diners Club and Visa.

BANKING AND COMMUNICATION FACILITIES: Foreign exchange facilities, fax and phone service are avail-able at the hotels.