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Canberra Tips and Info, Australia
Changing money in Canberra:
Visitors can exchange money easily through banks and ATMs are also available
in most of the public places. American Express is located at the Centrepoint
building and the Thomas Cook is located at Canberra Centre, Bunda Street.
Smoking in Canberra:
Its prohibited to smoke in public places, public transport, some cafes and
restaurants. Check for the non smoking signs.
Tipping in Canberra:
Most of the restaurants will add service charge to your bill. If not so you can
keep a tip ( around 10%) if the service is good. Usually hotel worker such as
porters & waiter and taxi drivers accepts tips.
In emergency in Canberra:
Police, fire or Ambulance call 000, Rape Crisis center (02) 6247 2525, Lifeline
( counseling & emergency situation advice ) 13 1114
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Tax refund in Canberra:
If you purchased good more than A$300 from one place, you can claim VAT at the
airport. Canberra's GST percentage is 10%.
Visa requirements for Canberra:
Visitors needs to get Australian visa to enter Canberra, please contact Australian
high commission in your country. New Zealand citizens doesn't require visa.
Working Holiday visas can be taken for selected set of countries.
Canberra Electricity:
240 v with 50HZ
Currency in Canberra:
Australian Dollar ( A$)
Canberra Banking Hours:
Mondays to Thursday - 9.30 am to 4.00 pm
Friday 9.00 am to 4.00 pm
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