Country Currency

South Africa Currency

South African Rand is the official currency of South Africa.

Official currencySouth African Rand
RegionMiddle East & Africa
Central bankSouth African Reserve Bank

Local Money Notes

Payments and exchange basics

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

Cards are common in cities and tourist areas; cash is useful in smaller towns.

ZAR can be sensitive to commodity prices and changes in global risk appetite.

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

FAQ

South Africa currency questions

What currency does South Africa use?

South African Rand is the official currency of South Africa.

Does South Africa have multiple official currencies?

South Africa has one official currency listed here: South African Rand.

Where can I compare South Africa exchange rates?

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