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Peru Currency

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What is the currency in Peru?

The official currency of Peru is the Peruvian sol

The sol replaced the inti in 1991 following hyperinflation. It is issued by the Central Reserve Bank of Peru.

PEN, S/.

Banknotes

S/.10

S/.20

S/.50

S/.100

S/.200

Coins

50 centimos

S/.1

S/.2

S/.5

Popular Sol pairings

A

PEN

AED

PEN

ALL

PEN

AMD

PEN

ANG

PEN

AOA

PEN

AUD

PEN

AWG

PEN

AZN

B

PEN

BBD

PEN

BDT

PEN

BGN

PEN

BHD

PEN

BMD

PEN

BND

PEN

BOB

PEN

BRL

PEN

BSD

PEN

BTN

PEN

BWP

PEN

BZD

C

PEN

CAD

PEN

CHF

PEN

CLP

PEN

COP

PEN

CRC

PEN

CZK

D

PEN

DJF

PEN

DKK

PEN

DOP

PEN

DZD

E

PEN

EGP

PEN

ETB

PEN

EUR

F

PEN

FJD

G

PEN

GBP

PEN

GEL

PEN

GHS

PEN

GIP

PEN

GMD

PEN

GYD

H

PEN

HKD

PEN

HNL

PEN

HUF

I

PEN

IDR

PEN

ILS

PEN

INR

J

PEN

JMD

PEN

JPY

K

PEN

KES

PEN

KGS

PEN

KHR

PEN

KMF

PEN

KWD

PEN

KYD

PEN

KZT

L

PEN

LKR

PEN

LSL

M

PEN

MAD

PEN

MDL

PEN

MGA

PEN

MKD

PEN

MNT

PEN

MRU

PEN

MUR

PEN

MVR

PEN

MWK

PEN

MXN

PEN

MYR

PEN

MZN

N

PEN

NAD

PEN

NGN

PEN

NOK

PEN

NPR

PEN

NZD

O

PEN

OMR

P

PEN

PGK

PEN

PHP

PEN

PKR

PEN

PLN

PEN

PYG

Q

PEN

QAR

R

PEN

RON

PEN

RWF

S

PEN

SAR

PEN

SBD

PEN

SCR

PEN

SEK

PEN

SGD

PEN

SRD

PEN

SZL

T

PEN

THB

PEN

TJS

PEN

TMT

PEN

TOP

PEN

TRY

PEN

TTD

PEN

TZS

U

PEN

UAH

PEN

UGX

PEN

USD

PEN

UYU

PEN

UZS

V

PEN

VND

PEN

VUV

W

PEN

WST

X

PEN

XAF

PEN

XCD

PEN

XOF

Z

PEN

ZAR

PEN

ZMW

How to spend money in Peru

Cash is used in markets, taxis, and rural areas. In Lima, Cusco, and Arequipa, credit and debit cards are accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger stores. Mobile payments are growing in urban centres. ATMs are common in cities.

Tip: Always pay in the local currency to get the best exchange rate and avoid extra conversion charges.

Tips for exchanging money in Peru

Exchange at banks or licensed bureaux for fair rates.

Avoid airport kiosks with high fees.

Pay in soles to avoid conversion charges.

Keep small notes for taxis, markets, and rural purchases.

With TransferGo, you can send soles directly to Peruvian accounts or use your GoCard for online spending and ATM withdrawals.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the official currency used in Peru?

Peruvian sol (PEN).

What is the official currency used in Peru?

Symbol: S/. | Code: PEN

Can I use my home currency in Peru?

Rarely; use soles.

How can I use my GoCard in Peru?

Just activate it in the app and start spending—online or in stores.

Is it better to use cash or card when spending in Peru?

Cash is essential outside cities; cards work in hotels and larger shops.

Are credit or debit cards widely accepted in Peru?

Yes, in cities and tourist areas.

Are there ATMs available in Peru, and are there withdrawal limits?

Yes, mostly in urban areas; limits vary.

Can I use a GoCard in Peru?

Yes! You can use your GoCard for spending, withdrawing, or managing your money—with fair rates and no hidden fees.