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Czech Republic Currency

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What is the currency in Czech Republic?

The official currency of the Czech Republic is the Czech koruna

The koruna has been the Czech Republic’s currency since 1993, after the split from Slovakia.

CZK, Kč

Banknotes

Kč100

Kč200

Kč500

Kč1,000

Kč2,000

Kč5,000

Coins

50 Kč

Popular Koruna pairings

A

CZK

AED

CZK

ALL

CZK

AMD

CZK

ANG

CZK

AOA

CZK

AUD

CZK

AWG

CZK

AZN

B

CZK

BBD

CZK

BDT

CZK

BGN

CZK

BHD

CZK

BMD

CZK

BND

CZK

BOB

CZK

BRL

CZK

BSD

CZK

BTN

CZK

BWP

CZK

BZD

C

CZK

CAD

CZK

CHF

CZK

CLP

CZK

COP

CZK

CRC

D

CZK

DJF

CZK

DKK

CZK

DOP

CZK

DZD

E

CZK

EGP

CZK

ETB

CZK

EUR

F

CZK

FJD

G

CZK

GBP

CZK

GEL

CZK

GHS

CZK

GIP

CZK

GMD

CZK

GYD

H

CZK

HKD

CZK

HNL

CZK

HUF

I

CZK

IDR

CZK

ILS

CZK

INR

J

CZK

JMD

CZK

JPY

K

CZK

KES

CZK

KGS

CZK

KHR

CZK

KMF

CZK

KWD

CZK

KYD

CZK

KZT

L

CZK

LKR

CZK

LSL

M

CZK

MAD

CZK

MDL

CZK

MGA

CZK

MKD

CZK

MNT

CZK

MRU

CZK

MUR

CZK

MVR

CZK

MWK

CZK

MXN

CZK

MYR

CZK

MZN

N

CZK

NAD

CZK

NGN

CZK

NOK

CZK

NPR

CZK

NZD

O

CZK

OMR

P

CZK

PEN

CZK

PGK

CZK

PHP

CZK

PKR

CZK

PLN

CZK

PYG

Q

CZK

QAR

R

CZK

RON

CZK

RWF

S

CZK

SAR

CZK

SBD

CZK

SCR

CZK

SEK

CZK

SGD

CZK

SRD

CZK

SZL

T

CZK

THB

CZK

TJS

CZK

TMT

CZK

TOP

CZK

TRY

CZK

TTD

CZK

TZS

U

CZK

UAH

CZK

UGX

CZK

USD

CZK

UYU

CZK

UZS

V

CZK

VND

CZK

VUV

W

CZK

WST

X

CZK

XAF

CZK

XCD

CZK

XOF

Z

CZK

ZAR

CZK

ZMW

How to spend money in Czech Republic

Cash is common, especially in smaller towns, local restaurants, and markets. In Prague and other major cities, cards are widely accepted in shops, hotels, and restaurants, and contactless payments are becoming standard. ATMs are readily available in urban areas, but some smaller businesses still prefer cash.

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

Tips for exchanging money in Czech Republic

Use banks or licensed exchange offices for fair rates.

Avoid airport kiosks—they often have poor exchange rates.

Pay in koruna whenever possible to avoid unnecessary conversion fees.

Carry small bills for public transport, markets, and small cafés.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the official currency used in Czech Republic?

The Czech koruna (CZK, Kč).

What is the official currency used in Czech Republic?

Symbol: Kč | Code: CZK

Can I use my home currency in Czech Republic?

Some tourist areas may accept euros, but rates are poor. Always pay in koruna.

How can I use my GoCard in Czech Republic?

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

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

Cards are common, but carry some cash for smaller shops and rural areas.

Are credit or debit cards widely accepted in Czech Republic?

Yes, particularly in cities.

Are there ATMs available in Czech Republic, and are there withdrawal limits?

Yes, ATMs are widespread. Withdrawal limits depend on your card provider.

Can I use a GoCard in Czech Republic?

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