Country Currency

Ghana Currency

The Ghanaian cedi is the official currency of Ghana.

Official currency
RegionMiddle East & Africa
Central bankBank of Ghana

Country money overview

Currency arrangements

Official currencyGhanaian Cedi (GHS, GH₵)
Central bankBank of Ghana
Currency arrangementGhana uses GHS as official currency.

Paying in Ghana

Cash, cards and local payments

Cash use

Cash and mobile money are important in Ghana, while card acceptance is more common at larger businesses.

Travel money guidance

Planning a conversion

Before travel

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

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Ghana currency questions

Which currency is used in Ghana?

The Ghanaian cedi is the official currency of Ghana.

Does Ghana have multiple official currencies?

Ghana has one official currency: the Ghanaian cedi (GHS).

How can I compare the Ghanaian cedi?

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