Country Currency

United Kingdom Currency

British Pound is the official currency of United Kingdom.

Official currencyBritish Pound
RegionEurope
Central bankBank of England

Local Money Notes

Payments and exchange basics

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

Contactless card and mobile wallet payments are common across most cities.

Compare card provider spreads and cash exchange fees before converting larger amounts.

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

FAQ

United Kingdom currency questions

What currency does United Kingdom use?

British Pound is the official currency of United Kingdom.

Does United Kingdom have multiple official currencies?

United Kingdom has one official currency listed here: British Pound.

Where can I compare United Kingdom exchange rates?

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