Cash usage
Euro banknotes and coins remain a means of payment in France alongside cards and electronic services.
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France Currency Guide
Learn how the euro is used in France, then open a dated reference-rate conversion.
Currency overview
Euro in France
Monetary framework
France uses the euro as its official currency.
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EUR1.1653 USD1 EUR = 1.165257 USD
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Currency facts
EUR at a glance
CurrencyEuro
ISO codeEUR
SymbolEUR
Minor unitCent
Decimal places2
Central bankEuropean Central Bank
Currency typeOfficial currency
First issuedIntroduced for accounting in 1999; cash entered circulation in 2002
Money usage guide
Local money guide for France
Official use
France uses the euro as its official currency.
Payment environment
Card payments are common in most locations, while cash is useful for small purchases.
Cash and payment habits
Cash, cards and local payments
Card acceptance
Cards are an important retail payment method, with acceptance depending on the merchant and network.
Mobile and contactless payments
Contactless card and mobile-wallet use is supported on participating terminals.
ATM availability
ATMs dispense euros; the operator and overseas issuer may apply separate fees.
Exchange tips
Planning a conversion
Before exchanging
Compare the euro amount after conversion fees and keep a small alternative payment option for places with limited acceptance.
Cash declaration
French Customs publishes current requirements for declaring cash and valuables.
Popular currency pairs
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Related currencies
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Currency topics
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FAQ
France currency questions
Which currency is used in France?
France uses the euro as its official currency.
Does France have multiple official currencies?
France has one official currency: the euro (EUR).
How can I compare the euro?
Use the conversion links on this page to compare France's official currency with other supported currencies.
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Rate data and official references
Data source: Frankfurter
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Reviewed by: CurrencyHub Editorial Team
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Content methodology
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