Good to know
Good to Know
- Perisher is a highly cashless resort—plan to use cards for most transactions. Consider loading Mountain Money onto your Perisher Card before arrival for seamless resort spending.
- Although cards dominate, carry some AUD cash (AUD$100–200) for emergencies, as ATMs are sparse and may have limited hours.
- If withdrawing cash via ATM, use ANZ ATMs if available—some offer fee-free withdrawals for certain international cards.
- Decline Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC) at ATMs; always choose to be charged in AUD for the best exchange rate.
- Australia's four major banks (Commonwealth, Westpac, ANZ, NAB) have extensive ATM networks, but most charge AUD$2–7.50 per transaction for foreign cardholders.
- Tipping is entirely optional—many Australians do not tip. If you feel a staff member provided exceptional service, 5–10% is appreciated but not required.
ATM Info
- Availability
- Limited ATMs available in Perisher area
- Card Acceptance
- Visa, Mastercard, and other major networks accepted
- Fees For Foreign Cards
- A$2.00
- Withdrawal Limits Per Transaction
- A$2,000
- Note
- Very few ATMs in Perisher Valley; plan withdrawals before arrival or use resort's Mountain Money system
Tipping Norms
- Status
- Not mandatory
- Description
- Tipping is not customary in Australia or Perisher. Small gratuities for exemplary service are appreciated but not expected. Wages in Australia are inclusive of service.
Card Acceptance
- Status
- Widely accepted
- Description
- Perisher Valley is almost entirely cashless. Most cafes, ticket offices, and shops only accept cards or phone payments. Visa and Mastercard are the primary networks accepted.
Networks Accepted
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.