Buy Mexican Pesos
Taking a trip to Mexico? You can check the Pound to Peso rate and buy currency before you fly with Tesco Bank.
Say goodbye to holiday-planning stress, thanks to our range of helpful travel money services. Buy your Mexican Pesos in store or online, and you can receive them in the way that’s most convenient for you:
Keep in mind, the Pound to Peso exchange rate can change during the day and will be different if you’re buying in-store, in store, online or over the phone. More about travel money
Buy Mexican Pesos online and pick them up from over 400 Tesco stores
Get Pesos with your next shop, thanks to Click & Collect
With so much to think about when planning your holiday, our Click & Collect service helps take the stress out of your travel money needs.
If you buy Mexican Pesos online with Tesco Bank, you can get them on a day that’s convenient from your nearest Tesco Travel Money bureau or from selected customer service desks. It’s quick, simple and convenient.
How far will your Pesos go?
Cancún
Cancún
- Mid-range three-course meal for two: MX$560.00
- Cappuccino: MX$40.70
- Pint of beer: MX$25.00
- Soft drink: MX$14.90
- Loaf of fresh white bread: MX$20.00
- Taxi trip (1km): MX$23.40
- One-way ticket on local transport: MX$10.50
Prices calculated using a variety of sources. Checked July 2018.
Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen
- Mid-range three-course meal for two: MX$530.00
- Cappuccino: MX$38.00
- Pint of beer: MX$30.00
- Soft drink: MX$15.30
- Loaf of fresh white bread: MX$23.30
- Taxi trip (1km): MX$9.00
- One-way ticket on local transport: MX$7.50
Prices calculated using a variety of sources. Checked July 2018.
Mexico City
Mexico City
- Mid-range three-course meal for two: MX$500.00
- Cappuccino: MX$37.90
- Pint of beer: MX$40.00
- Soft drink: MX$12.10
- Loaf of fresh white bread: MX$25.90
- Taxi trip (1km): MX$5.00
- One-way ticket on local transport: MX$5.00
Prices calculated using a variety of sources. Checked July 2018.
Oaxaca de Juárez
Oaxaca de Juárez
- Mid-range three-course meal for two: MX$70.00
- Cappuccino: MX$32.00
- Pint of beer: MX$25.00
- Soft drink: MX$13.00
- Loaf of fresh white bread: MX$23.30
- Taxi trip (1km): MX$12.00
- One-way ticket on local transport: MX$7.00
Prices calculated using a variety of sources. Checked July 2018.
Before you fly to Mexico
Be prepared
With so many things to think about, getting ready for a holiday can be a bit of a juggling act. But by ordering your Pesos online before you travel, you can tick one big thing off your list.
Exchange rates can change so waiting until the last minute can limit your choice and arriving with some local cash means no searching for ATMs or banks.
Collect your Pesos when you like
With Click & Collect you can order Pesos online, then pick them up during your next shop from over 400 Tesco stores. You can select the best location to pick them up when you place your order, and you can even have your Pesos delivered to your home for free on all orders of £500 or over.
It’s worth remembering that exchange rates can change throughout the day and will vary depending on whether you are buying in store, online or over the phone.
Useful information about Mexico and the Peso (MXN)
Currency Denominations
- 1 Peso (MX$) is made up of 100 Centavos (¢)
- Centavos come in coins of 50, $1, 2$, $5 and $10
- Pesos come in banknotes of MX$20, MX$50, MX$100, MX$200, MX$500, and MX$1000
- Coins below 50¢ are rare to find these days, and many shops don’t handle small change
Spending and exchanging Pesos in Mexico
While debit and credit cards are popular in the UK and other countries, some businesses in Mexico still prefer cash and in some cases don’t accept cards at all.
It’s worth keeping a supply of Peso coins and notes handy for when you need to buy essentials like bottled water or transport.
You can spot a local exchange bureau by keeping an eye out for the phrase, “Casa de Cambios,” which is literally translated as “house of changers.”
Facts about Mexican ATM machines
ATMs are popular in Mexico, although you may be charged a transaction fee when withdrawing your Pesos.
Withdrawal fees are typically around MX$1.50-MX$3.00 per transaction, but some machines charge no fee at all.
ATMs can commonly be found at banks and supermarkets. Helpfully, they typically display instructions in English.
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Tesco Travel Money is provided by Travelex
Tesco Travel Money ordered online or by telephone is provided by Travelex Currency Services Limited. Registered no. 03797356. Registered office: 4th floor, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London, N1 9AG.
Tesco Travel Money ordered in store is provided by Travelex Agency Services Limited. Registered no. 04621879. Registered office: 4th floor, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London, N1 9AG.
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