Money and costs

National currency of Kyrgyz Republic - som, consist of 100 tyiin.

Banknotes som are: 1 som, 5 som, 10 som, 20 som, 50 som, 100 som, 200 som, 500 som and 1000 som.

Banknotes of tyiin are: 1 tyiin, 10 tyiin, 50 tyiin.

Nowadays tyiins usually are not used.

In Bishkek, Osh, and Cholpon-Ata, visitors will find that using plastic cards is generally hassle-free. These cities are well-equipped with numerous ATMs, allowing for easy withdrawal of cash. However, it is important to note that not all local vendors and smaller shops accept plastic cards for payments. Carrying some cash is advisable to ensure smooth transactions everywhere.