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Turkey Currency

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What is the currency in Turkey?

The official currency in Türkiye is the Turkish lira

Denominations: The lira has been Türkiye’s official currency for over a century, with the “new Turkish lira” introduced in 2005.

TRY, ₺

Banknotes

₺5

₺10

₺20

₺50

₺100

₺200

Coins

50 kuruş

₺1

Popular Lira pairings

A

TRY

AED

TRY

ALL

TRY

AMD

TRY

ANG

TRY

AOA

TRY

AUD

TRY

AWG

TRY

AZN

B

TRY

BBD

TRY

BDT

TRY

BGN

TRY

BHD

TRY

BMD

TRY

BND

TRY

BOB

TRY

BRL

TRY

BSD

TRY

BTN

TRY

BWP

TRY

BZD

C

TRY

CAD

TRY

CHF

TRY

CLP

TRY

COP

TRY

CRC

TRY

CZK

D

TRY

DJF

TRY

DKK

TRY

DOP

TRY

DZD

E

TRY

EGP

TRY

ETB

TRY

EUR

F

TRY

FJD

G

TRY

GBP

TRY

GEL

TRY

GHS

TRY

GIP

TRY

GMD

TRY

GYD

H

TRY

HKD

TRY

HNL

TRY

HUF

I

TRY

IDR

TRY

ILS

TRY

INR

J

TRY

JMD

TRY

JPY

K

TRY

KES

TRY

KGS

TRY

KHR

TRY

KMF

TRY

KWD

TRY

KYD

TRY

KZT

L

TRY

LKR

TRY

LSL

M

TRY

MAD

TRY

MDL

TRY

MGA

TRY

MKD

TRY

MNT

TRY

MRU

TRY

MUR

TRY

MVR

TRY

MWK

TRY

MXN

TRY

MYR

TRY

MZN

N

TRY

NAD

TRY

NGN

TRY

NOK

TRY

NPR

TRY

NZD

O

TRY

OMR

P

TRY

PEN

TRY

PGK

TRY

PHP

TRY

PKR

TRY

PLN

TRY

PYG

Q

TRY

QAR

R

TRY

RON

TRY

RWF

S

TRY

SAR

TRY

SBD

TRY

SCR

TRY

SEK

TRY

SGD

TRY

SRD

TRY

SZL

T

TRY

THB

TRY

TJS

TRY

TMT

TRY

TOP

TRY

TTD

TRY

TZS

U

TRY

UAH

TRY

UGX

TRY

USD

TRY

UYU

TRY

UZS

V

TRY

VND

TRY

VUV

W

TRY

WST

X

TRY

XAF

TRY

XCD

TRY

XOF

Z

TRY

ZAR

TRY

ZMW

How to spend money in Turkey

Cash is widely used, especially in bazaars, taxis, and smaller shops. Cards are accepted in hotels, restaurants, and big stores. Contactless payments are growing, particularly in cities like Istanbul and Ankara.

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

Tips for exchanging money in Turkey

Authorised exchange offices (Döviz) offer good rates.

Avoid hotels and tourist hotspots—they charge more.

Always pay in lira to avoid extra fees.

Carry small cash for taxis, street food, and markets.

Use TransferGo to send lira directly to Turkish accounts or use your GoCard to withdraw at ATMs and spend without hidden charges.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the official currency used in Turkey?

The Turkish lira (TRY, ₺).

What is the official currency used in Turkey?

Symbol: ₺ | Code: TRY

Can I use my home currency in Turkey?

In tourist zones, you can sometimes pay in EUR or USD. But the better choice is to always pay in lira to avoid poor exchange rates. In border towns, some shops may accept euros or lira from neighbours, but lira is standard.

How can I use my GoCard in Turkey?

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

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

Cards are widely accepted in big cities and hotels, but local markets, taxis, and smaller shops often prefer cash.

Are credit or debit cards widely accepted in Turkey?

Yes, especially in cities and tourist destinations.

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

Yes, in most towns and cities. Withdrawal fees and limits depend on your provider.

Can I use a GoCard in Turkey?

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