Country Currency

Iceland Currency

The Icelandic krona is the official currency of Iceland.

Official currency
RegionEurope
Central bankCentral Bank of Iceland

Country money overview

Currency arrangements

Official currencyIcelandic Krona (ISK, kr)
Central bankCentral Bank of Iceland
Currency arrangementIceland uses ISK as official currency.

Paying in Iceland

Cash, cards and local payments

Cash use

Card and contactless payments are widely accepted in Iceland, though access to krona remains useful for contingencies.

Travel money guidance

Planning a conversion

Before travel

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

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Iceland currency questions

Which currency is used in Iceland?

The Icelandic krona is the official currency of Iceland.

Does Iceland have multiple official currencies?

Iceland has one official currency: the Icelandic krona (ISK).

How can I compare the Icelandic krona?

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