Key facts
- Currency
- US Dollar (USD)
- Customs tariff
- United States
Summary
Puerto Rico applies the United States customs tariff because it is in a customs union with the United States. Puerto Rico uses the US dollar (USD).
Currency and customs tariff
Puerto Rico uses the US dollar (USD).
Puerto Rico applies the United States customs tariff because it is in a customs union with the United States.
Frequently asked questions
What currency does Puerto Rico use for customs?
Puerto Rico uses the US dollar (USD).
Which customs tariff does Puerto Rico use?
Puerto Rico applies the United States customs tariff because it is in a customs union with the United States.
Sources and updates
This page was last updated on 13 October 2026.
Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling.