Country Currency
Netherlands Currency
The euro is the official currency of the Netherlands.
Country money overview
Currency arrangements
Paying in the Netherlands
Cash, cards and local payments
Cash use
Euro banknotes and coins remain legal means of payment, although individual merchants may state accepted payment methods in advance.
Card acceptance
Debit-card payments are central to everyday retail payments in the Netherlands.
Contactless payments
Contactless cards and mobile wallets use the established card-payment infrastructure.
ATM availability
Cash remains available through ATMs, but locations and any foreign-card charges should be checked before relying on a withdrawal.
Travel money guidance
Planning a conversion
Before travel
Visitors using a non-euro card should compare issuer conversion terms with any cash-exchange alternative.
ATM and foreign-card fees
A home bank can apply a foreign transaction or withdrawal fee even when the Dutch merchant adds no conversion charge.
Exchange Rates
EUR to major currencies
Related
Related currencies
Exchange-rate information is provided for reference only and is not financial, trading or investment advice.
Sources and review
Rate data and official references
Data source: Frankfurter
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FAQ
Netherlands currency questions
Which currency is used in the Netherlands?
The euro is the official currency of the Netherlands.
Does the Netherlands have multiple official currencies?
The Netherlands has one official currency: the euro (EUR).
How can I compare the euro?
Use the conversion links on this page to compare the Netherlands' official currency with other major currencies.