Egyptian pound exchange rate
WE SELL RATE HISTORY OF EGYPTIAN POUND
WE BUY RATE HISTORY OF EGYPTIAN POUND
EGYPTIAN POUND INFO
The Egyptian pound is the official tender in Egypt
Notes: 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 pounds
Coins: 5, 10, 20, 25, 50 piastres and 1 pounds
Subunit: piastres
Code: EGP
Symbol: LE, EGP
Main Exchanges
Are you travelling to Benidorm, Torrevieja, Alicante, Benalmádena or other mediterranean destination in Spain? Then you will need to exchange your Egyptian pound into Euros. In Eurochange you can buy Euros at the best price and with total availability. Find the closest exchange office. Moreover, if you are going to Russia, you can buy Egyptian pound in some of our branches.
About the Egyptian Pound
The Egyptian Pound (EGP) is the official currency of Egypt. Its symbol is £ or LE. Each Egyptian Pound is divided into 100 piastres or 1,000 milliemes.
BANKNOTES OF EGYPTIAN POUND IN CIRCULATION
History of Egypt's Currency
The Egyptian Pound was introduced in 1834 to replace the Ottoman kuruş as the main currency of the country. Throughout the 19th century and early 20th century, Egypt maintained a bimetallic system based on gold and silver. However, in 1962, the country adopted a floating exchange rate system, which led to several devaluations over the decades.
Currently, the Central Bank of Egypt regulates the issuance of the currency and manages its stability in the foreign exchange market.
Egyptian Pound Banknotes and Coins
The banknotes in Egyptian Pounds come in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 pounds. They feature designs inspired by Egypt's rich history, with pharaonic monuments on the front and Islamic motifs on the back.
As for the coins, the circulating denominations include 25 and 50 piastres, as well as 1 pound. Some commemorative coins have also been minted for special events.
How many Egyptian Pounds do I need to travel to Egypt?
If you're planning a trip to Egypt and you're unsure about how much money to bring, we can help you calculate it. Our customers typically exchange about 300 Euros into Egyptian Pounds. For a more accurate calculation, consider whether you'll need to pay for accommodation, private transportation, excursions, or if you'll only cover daily expenses like food, entrance fees to tourist sites, and public transportation.
Remember that in many markets and small shops in Egypt, it’s recommended to carry cash, as not all places accept credit or debit cards.