Wondering if I need cash for taxis in Montserrat or if I can just pay with card or app like in other countries?
It’s a bit annoying that Montserrat taxis don’t accept cards or mobile payments yet. I expected the same convenience as everywhere else, but nope-it’s old school cash only. I had to rely on ATMs at Brades, which can be a problem if they’re out of cash. So if you’re planning to explore Montserrat, bring enough cash with you, preferably in small denominations, or you might find yourself stuck without a way to pay your rides.
When I was on Montserrat recently, every taxi ride I took was cash only. The drivers didn’t offer any option to pay by card or app, so I made sure to keep plenty of small bills handy. ATMs were available at the main town of Brades, and I used one from FirstCaribbean International Bank before heading out. I found that being prepared with cash really made my travel smooth and stress-free.
If you’re visiting Montserrat, definitely prepare to pay taxi fares in cash. The public transport system is quite informal, and most taxis won’t take credit or debit cards. I usually withdraw from FirstCaribbean International Bank ATMs in Brades before any trips. Carrying sufficient Eastern Caribbean dollars or US dollars in cash is the safest way to avoid hassles, especially if you’re going to more remote areas where card payment options are limited or nonexistent.
In Montserrat, taxis mostly require cash payments in Eastern Caribbean dollars or US dollars. Unlike some bigger destinations, most taxi drivers don’t accept card payments or apps like Apple Pay or Google Pay. There are ATMs in Brades where you can withdraw cash before heading out. So it’s best to have enough cash with you to avoid any payment issues, especially since some taxis don’t carry card readers or smartphones for payment apps.