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Nepal Currency

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What is the currency in Nepal?

The official currency of Nepal is the Nepalese rupee

The Nepalese rupee replaced the Indian rupee at par in the 1930s. It is issued by the Nepal Rastra Bank.

NPR, Rs

Banknotes

Rs1

Rs5

Rs10

Rs20

Rs50

Rs100

Rs500

Rs1,000

Coins

Rs1

Rs2

Rs5

Rs10

Popular Rupee pairings

A

NPR

AED

NPR

ALL

NPR

AMD

NPR

ANG

NPR

AOA

NPR

AUD

NPR

AWG

NPR

AZN

B

NPR

BBD

NPR

BDT

NPR

BGN

NPR

BHD

NPR

BMD

NPR

BND

NPR

BOB

NPR

BRL

NPR

BSD

NPR

BTN

NPR

BWP

NPR

BZD

C

NPR

CAD

NPR

CHF

NPR

CLP

NPR

COP

NPR

CRC

NPR

CZK

D

NPR

DJF

NPR

DKK

NPR

DOP

NPR

DZD

E

NPR

EGP

NPR

ETB

NPR

EUR

F

NPR

FJD

G

NPR

GBP

NPR

GEL

NPR

GHS

NPR

GIP

NPR

GMD

NPR

GYD

H

NPR

HKD

NPR

HNL

NPR

HUF

I

NPR

IDR

NPR

ILS

NPR

INR

J

NPR

JMD

NPR

JPY

K

NPR

KES

NPR

KGS

NPR

KHR

NPR

KMF

NPR

KWD

NPR

KYD

NPR

KZT

L

NPR

LKR

NPR

LSL

M

NPR

MAD

NPR

MDL

NPR

MGA

NPR

MKD

NPR

MNT

NPR

MRU

NPR

MUR

NPR

MVR

NPR

MWK

NPR

MXN

NPR

MYR

NPR

MZN

N

NPR

NAD

NPR

NGN

NPR

NOK

NPR

NZD

O

NPR

OMR

P

NPR

PEN

NPR

PGK

NPR

PHP

NPR

PKR

NPR

PLN

NPR

PYG

Q

NPR

QAR

R

NPR

RON

NPR

RWF

S

NPR

SAR

NPR

SBD

NPR

SCR

NPR

SEK

NPR

SGD

NPR

SRD

NPR

SZL

T

NPR

THB

NPR

TJS

NPR

TMT

NPR

TOP

NPR

TRY

NPR

TTD

NPR

TZS

U

NPR

UAH

NPR

UGX

NPR

USD

NPR

UYU

NPR

UZS

V

NPR

VND

NPR

VUV

W

NPR

WST

X

NPR

XAF

NPR

XCD

NPR

XOF

Z

NPR

ZAR

NPR

ZMW

How to spend money in Nepal

Cash is essential in markets, rural areas, and for local transport. Cards are accepted in some hotels, restaurants, and larger stores in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and other tourist centres. Mobile payments are growing slowly. ATMs are present in major towns but limited elsewhere.

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

Tips for exchanging money in Nepal

Exchange at banks or licensed bureaus for fair rates.

Avoid airport kiosks or street dealers.

Pay in rupees; foreign currency is rarely accepted.

Carry small notes for taxis, markets, and trekking expenses.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the official currency used in Nepal?

Nepalese rupee (NPR).

What is the official currency used in Nepal?

Symbol: Rs | Code: NPR

Can I use my home currency in Nepal?

Not widely; use rupees.

How can I use the TransferGo card in Nepal?

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 Nepal?

Cash is essential; cards work in hotels and major stores.

Are credit or debit cards widely accepted in Nepal?

Limited to major towns and tourist areas.

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

Yes, mainly in cities; limits vary by bank.

Can I use a TransferGo card in Nepal?

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