Country Currency

France Currency

Euro is the official currency of France.

Official currencyEuro
RegionEurope
Central bankEuropean Central Bank

Local Money Notes

Payments and exchange basics

No separate fixed-rate or multi-currency arrangement is listed for this country.

Card payments are common in most locations, while cash is useful for small purchases.

France uses the euro, so euro-area monetary policy is the main currency reference.

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

FAQ

France currency questions

What currency does France use?

Euro is the official currency of France.

Does France have multiple official currencies?

France has one official currency listed here: Euro.

Where can I compare France exchange rates?

Use the related conversion links on this page to compare France's official currency against major currencies.