Fonoma accepts payments in USD and EUR
With Fonoma, you can pay for your Cuba recharges in US dollars (USD) or euros (EUR), both on the website and in the mobile app. This flexibility allows you to send recharges from anywhere in the world using the currency that works best for you.
However, when you choose to pay in a currency that’s different from the one your bank or card operates in, you may notice small variations in the final amount charged. These differences are related to currency conversion and banking policies.
You can select your preferred payment currency (USD or EUR) directly from your Account settings, and Fonoma will remember your choice for future recharges.
Why the cost may vary when paying in euros
If you pay in EUR, the final amount is not always exactly the same, even when sending the same recharge to Cuba. This is not caused by Fonoma, but by external factors such as exchange rates and bank policies.
The most common reasons are:
1. Exchange rate fluctuations
The value of the US dollar against the euro changes daily based on international financial markets.
For example:
A recharge of 12.45 USD may cost €11.45 today and €11.65 tomorrow, depending on the exchange rate.
2. Currency conversion by your bank or payment method
Each provider (bank cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay) applies its own exchange rate and may include a foreign currency conversion fee. These rates and fees are set by your financial institution, not by Fonoma.
3. International payment fees
If your bank does not operate in the currency you selected on Fonoma, it may apply an additional fee for processing a foreign-currency payment.
Fonoma does not add any fees or surcharges for paying in USD or EUR.
Any difference in the final amount comes from exchange rates or your bank’s policies.
Practical example
Let’s say you send a 12.45 USD recharge:
If the exchange rate is 1 USD = 0.92 EUR, you’ll pay about €11.45.
If the rate changes to 1 USD = 0.94 EUR, the same recharge will cost about €11.65.
If your bank adds a 2% foreign currency fee, the total could be around €11.90.
As you can see, small changes in exchange rates or bank fees can affect the final amount, even though Fonoma always charges exactly what is shown on screen.
How to avoid unexpected variations
To minimize differences in the final charge:
Choose your preferred currency (USD or EUR) in your Account before paying.
Check your bank’s or PayPal’s current exchange rate.
Avoid cards that apply foreign currency conversion fees.
If your card or account is in euros, select EUR to avoid extra conversions.
Always review the final amount before confirming the recharge.
How to change or select your payment currency
Log in to your Fonoma account.
Go to Account.
Under Currency, choose USD or EUR.
When sending a recharge, prices will be shown in your selected currency.
Fonoma gives you the flexibility to pay in dollars or euros, with no hidden fees and full transparency. Any small variation in the final cost is due to exchange rates or your bank’s conditions, not Fonoma.
This way, you can send recharges to Cuba knowing exactly how much you’re paying and in which currency, every time.
FAQs about currencies and conversion
Which currencies does Fonoma accept?
Fonoma accepts USD (US dollars) and EUR (euros).
Can I change the currency in my account?
Yes. You can switch between USD and EUR at any time from your account settings.
Does Fonoma charge currency conversion fees?
No. Fonoma does not apply any conversion fees or surcharges.
Why does my bank charge a different amount than what Fonoma shows?
Because your bank or payment method may apply its own exchange rate or an international payment fee.
Can I pay with a card in another currency, like GBP or local currency?
Yes. Your bank will automatically convert the payment to USD or EUR, depending on the currency you selected in Fonoma.
Where can I see the final price before paying?
Fonoma always shows the total amount in your selected currency before you confirm the payment.