Country Currency

Chile Currency

The Chilean peso is the official currency of Chile.

Official currency

Chilean Peso (CLP)

RegionAmericas

Central bankCentral Bank of Chile

Country money overview

Currency arrangements

Official currencyChilean Peso (CLP, $)

Central bankCentral Bank of Chile

Currency arrangementChile uses CLP as official currency.

Paying in Chile

Cash, cards and local payments

Cash use

Card and cash acceptance varies across Chile; travelers should keep access to the local currency for merchants that do not accept their preferred payment method.

Travel money guidance

Planning a conversion

Before travel

Compare card, ATM and cash-exchange costs in CLP, including any disclosed spread, fixed fee and foreign-transaction charge.

CLPChilean Peso

USDUnited States Dollar

EUREuro

GBPBritish Pound

Exchange-rate information is provided for reference only and is not financial, trading or investment advice.

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Rate data and official references

Reviewed by: CurrencyHub Editorial Team

Editorially reviewed: July 18, 2026

Sources

Central Bank of Chile

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FAQ

Chile currency questions

Which currency is used in Chile?

The Chilean peso is the official currency of Chile.

Does Chile have multiple official currencies?

Chile has one official currency: the Chilean peso (CLP).

How can I compare the Chilean peso?

Use the conversion links on this page to compare Chile's official currency with other major currencies.