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Israel Currency

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What is the currency in Israel?

The official currency of Israel is the Israeli new shekel

The new shekel replaced the old Israeli shekel in 1985 after hyperinflation. It is issued by the Bank of Israel and subdivided into 100 agorot.

ILS, ₪

Banknotes

₪20

₪50

₪100

₪200

Coins

50 agorot

₪1

₪2

₪5

₪10

Popular Shekel pairings

A

ILS

AED

ILS

ALL

ILS

AMD

ILS

ANG

ILS

AOA

ILS

AUD

ILS

AWG

ILS

AZN

B

ILS

BBD

ILS

BDT

ILS

BGN

ILS

BHD

ILS

BMD

ILS

BND

ILS

BOB

ILS

BRL

ILS

BSD

ILS

BTN

ILS

BWP

ILS

BZD

C

ILS

CAD

ILS

CHF

ILS

CLP

ILS

COP

ILS

CRC

ILS

CZK

D

ILS

DJF

ILS

DKK

ILS

DOP

ILS

DZD

E

ILS

EGP

ILS

ETB

ILS

EUR

F

ILS

FJD

G

ILS

GBP

ILS

GEL

ILS

GHS

ILS

GIP

ILS

GMD

ILS

GYD

H

ILS

HKD

ILS

HNL

ILS

HUF

I

ILS

IDR

ILS

INR

J

ILS

JMD

ILS

JPY

K

ILS

KES

ILS

KGS

ILS

KHR

ILS

KMF

ILS

KWD

ILS

KYD

ILS

KZT

L

ILS

LKR

ILS

LSL

M

ILS

MAD

ILS

MDL

ILS

MGA

ILS

MKD

ILS

MNT

ILS

MRU

ILS

MUR

ILS

MVR

ILS

MWK

ILS

MXN

ILS

MYR

ILS

MZN

N

ILS

NAD

ILS

NGN

ILS

NOK

ILS

NPR

ILS

NZD

O

ILS

OMR

P

ILS

PEN

ILS

PGK

ILS

PHP

ILS

PKR

ILS

PLN

ILS

PYG

Q

ILS

QAR

R

ILS

RON

ILS

RWF

S

ILS

SAR

ILS

SBD

ILS

SCR

ILS

SEK

ILS

SGD

ILS

SRD

ILS

SZL

T

ILS

THB

ILS

TJS

ILS

TMT

ILS

TOP

ILS

TRY

ILS

TTD

ILS

TZS

U

ILS

UAH

ILS

UGX

ILS

USD

ILS

UYU

ILS

UZS

V

ILS

VND

ILS

VUV

W

ILS

WST

X

ILS

XAF

ILS

XCD

ILS

XOF

Z

ILS

ZAR

ILS

ZMW

How to spend money in Israel

Cards are widely accepted in cities like Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Haifa. Cash is still useful in smaller towns, local markets, and for public transport. Mobile payments are gaining traction. ATMs are readily available in urban centres.

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

Tips for exchanging money in Israel

Exchange at banks or authorised bureaux for fair rates.

Avoid airport kiosks and informal exchangers.

Always pay in shekels for best value.

Keep small notes for taxis, markets, and street food.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the official currency used in Israel?

Israeli new shekel (ILS).

What is the official currency used in Israel?

Symbol: ₪ | Code: ILS

Can I use my home currency in Israel?

Not widely; payments are usually in ILS.

How can I use the TransferGo card in Israel?

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

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

Cards are common in cities; cash is handy in smaller towns and markets.

Are credit or debit cards widely accepted in Israel?

Yes, in urban areas and larger businesses.

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

Yes, mostly in cities; limits vary by bank.

Can I use a TransferGo card in Israel?

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