Business hours are generally from 09:00 to 14:00, weekdays and Saturday (except Sunday), plus 17:30 to 21:00 on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday afternoon. Shops and stores that are involved with tourists (souvenir shops, travel agencies etc) open all day until late evening, everyday (and Sunday).

Many banks operate in Chania offer all the services you need. Banking hours are from Monday to Friday 08:00 to 14:30. There are also many ATM's that are usually outside the banks. All credit cards (Visa, American Express, Mastercard, Diners) are welcomed and operate normal at ATM's, shops etc.

From 01/01/2002 Greek drachma belongs to the past and the official currency in Greece is Euro. Greek people support a lot this change of the country currency even though Greek drachma was the oldest known money (almost 4000 years of history) of the ancient years.

Postal Services:
At Chania town the main Post Office is at Tzanakaki str, near to city center. Urgent or important items can be sent by EMS services. This is faster and safer but the cost is higher. Private couriers like DHL are available in Chania town.