Caravanistan

Hello steven,

While the link you provided says you cannot change Som back into USD.

I am sure that when I was exchanging USD for Som, in a Bank, during our visit in September 2017 they will now take Som back for USD at 8150 Som /1US$

You would need to go to a Bank and enquire.

I seem to remember a figure of 8150 Som required to get 1 US$ being displayed in the exchange office window of one of the banks I used to get the Som for US$.

Outside of Uzbekistan I don't think you will find anyone who will take them off you!

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Got it thanks, and also the info on the 380 Mini Bus!

Hi Folks,

Can anyone advise me if there is a Currency Exchange Office or ATM (Taking preferably Mastercard) at Bishkek Airport?

We are travelling there on 3rd October, so hoping for a quick reply.

Thanks

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