What Currency Does DR Congo Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 2,270 CDF
1 GBP ≈ 3,044 CDF
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
CDF converter
100 CDF ≈ 0.044 USD
Congolese franc conversion table
| Amount | USD → CDF | GBP → CDF | EUR → CDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,270 | 3,044 | 2,593 |
| 5 | 11,352 | 15,219 | 12,967 |
| 10 | 22,705 | 30,438 | 25,934 |
| 20 | 45,410 | 60,876 | 51,867 |
| 50 | 113,524 | 152,190 | 129,668 |
| 100 | 227,048 | 304,379 | 259,336 |
| 500 | 1,135,241 | 1,521,896 | 1,296,678 |
| 1,000 | 2,270,483 | 3,043,792 | 2,593,356 |
| CDF | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0004 | 0.0003 | 0.0004 |
| 5 | 0.0022 | 0.0016 | 0.0019 |
| 10 | 0.0044 | 0.0033 | 0.0039 |
| 20 | 0.0088 | 0.0066 | 0.0077 |
| 50 | 0.022 | 0.0164 | 0.0193 |
| 100 | 0.044 | 0.0329 | 0.0386 |
| 500 | 0.2202 | 0.1643 | 0.1928 |
| 1,000 | 0.4404 | 0.3285 | 0.3856 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 CDF is worth about 0.0004 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Congolese franc ranks 125th by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength — it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
Travel Money Card
Travelling to DR Congo? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Congolese franc spending.
What is money called in DR Congo?
Money in DR Congo is called the Congolese franc — its ISO 4217 currency code is CDF, and its symbol is FC. The Congolese franc is the official legal tender in DR Congo and is used for all everyday transactions — from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the DR Congo currency or simply money in DR Congo.
Is the Congolese franc used anywhere else?
No — DR Congo is the only country on this site using the Congolese franc as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other franc currencies
Several currencies carry the name “franc”, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The Congolese franc (CDF) is the currency of DR Congo.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| West African CFA franc | XOF | Benin +6 more | 574.29 |
| Burundian franc | BIF | Burundi | 2,993 |
| Central African CFA franc | XAF | Cameroon +5 more | 574.29 |
| Comorian franc | KMF | Comoros | 430.71 |
| Djiboutian franc | DJF | Djibouti | 177.72 |
| Guinean franc | GNF | Guinea | 8,777 |
| Swiss franc | CHF | Liechtenstein +1 more | 0.8079 |
| Rwandan franc | RWF | Rwanda | 1,470 |
Practical money tips for DR Congo
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Congolese franc in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees — many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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DR Congo in context
- DR Congo covers 2,344,858 km², making it the 11th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 9 countries: Angola, Burundi, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia.
- With 112,832,000 people, DR Congo holds about 48.9% of the population of Middle Africa.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- DR Congo is a member state of the United Nations.
DR Congo currency — FAQ
What is the currency of DR Congo?
The currency of DR Congo is the Congolese franc (currency code: CDF, symbol: FC).
What is the currency code for DR Congo?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Congolese franc is CDF.
What is the Congolese franc symbol?
The symbol for the Congolese franc is FC. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout DR Congo.
What currency is used in DR Congo?
The official currency used in DR Congo is the Congolese franc (CDF).
Can I use US dollars in DR Congo?
The official currency of DR Congo is the Congolese franc, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Congolese franc and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for DR Congo?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 2,270 CDF and 1 GBP = 3,044 CDF. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in DR Congo?
Money in DR Congo is called the Congolese franc (CDF).
Do other countries use the Congolese franc?
No — DR Congo is the only country on this site using the Congolese franc as its official currency.
What is the Congolese currency?
The Congolese currency is the Congolese franc (CDF), the official money of DR Congo.
What is the currency of the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the formal name of DR Congo. Its currency is the Congolese franc (CDF).
How much is 100 CDF in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 CDF is about 0.044 USD or 0.0329 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Congolese franc?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 227,048 CDF.
Is the Congolese franc the same as other franc currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The Congolese franc is CDF; others include West African CFA franc (XOF), Burundian franc (BIF), Central African CFA franc (XAF), Comorian franc (KMF).
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