What Currency Does Egypt Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 49.62 EGP
1 GBP ≈ 66.53 EGP
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
EGP converter
100 EGP ≈ 2.0152 USD
Egyptian pound conversion table
| Amount | USD → EGP | GBP → EGP | EUR → EGP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49.62 | 66.53 | 56.68 |
| 5 | 248.12 | 332.63 | 283.40 |
| 10 | 496.24 | 665.26 | 566.81 |
| 20 | 992.48 | 1,331 | 1,134 |
| 50 | 2,481 | 3,326 | 2,834 |
| 100 | 4,962 | 6,653 | 5,668 |
| 500 | 24,812 | 33,263 | 28,340 |
| 1,000 | 49,624 | 66,526 | 56,681 |
| EGP | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0202 | 0.015 | 0.0176 |
| 5 | 0.1008 | 0.0752 | 0.0882 |
| 10 | 0.2015 | 0.1503 | 0.1764 |
| 20 | 0.403 | 0.3006 | 0.3529 |
| 50 | 1.0076 | 0.7516 | 0.8821 |
| 100 | 2.0152 | 1.5032 | 1.7643 |
| 500 | 10.08 | 7.5159 | 8.8213 |
| 1,000 | 20.15 | 15.03 | 17.64 |
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 EGP is worth about 0.0202 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Egyptian pound ranks 75th 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.
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Travelling to Egypt? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Egyptian pound spending.
What is money called in Egypt?
Money in Egypt is called the Egyptian pound — its ISO 4217 currency code is EGP, and its symbol is £. The Egyptian pound is the official legal tender in Egypt 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 Egypt currency or simply money in Egypt. The Egyptian pound is subdivided into 100 piastres, though small-denomination coins may not always be in everyday circulation.
Is the Egyptian pound used anywhere else?
No — Egypt is the only country on this site using the Egyptian pound as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other pound currencies
Several currencies carry the name “pound”, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The Egyptian pound (EGP) is the currency of Egypt.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lebanese pound | LBP | Lebanon | 89,500 |
| South Sudanese pound | SSP | South Sudan | 4,787 |
| Sudanese pound | SDG | Sudan | 509.37 |
| Syrian pound | SYP | Syria | 121.87 |
| British pound | GBP | United Kingdom | 0.7459 |
Practical money tips for Egypt
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Egyptian pound 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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Egypt in context
- Egypt covers 1,002,450 km², making it the 29th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 4 countries: Israel, Libya, Palestine, Sudan.
- With 107,271,260 people, Egypt holds about 40.9% of the population of Northern Africa.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Sunday.
- Egypt is a member state of the United Nations.
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Egypt currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Egypt?
The currency of Egypt is the Egyptian pound (currency code: EGP, symbol: £).
What is the currency code for Egypt?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Egyptian pound is EGP.
What is the Egyptian pound symbol?
The symbol for the Egyptian pound is £. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Egypt.
What currency is used in Egypt?
The official currency used in Egypt is the Egyptian pound (EGP).
Can I use US dollars in Egypt?
The official currency of Egypt is the Egyptian pound, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Egyptian pound and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Egypt?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 49.62 EGP and 1 GBP = 66.53 EGP. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Egypt?
Money in Egypt is called the Egyptian pound (EGP).
Do other countries use the Egyptian pound?
No — Egypt is the only country on this site using the Egyptian pound as its official currency.
What is the Egyptian currency?
The Egyptian currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP), the official money of Egypt.
What is the currency of the Arab Republic of Egypt?
The Arab Republic of Egypt is the formal name of Egypt. Its currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP).
How much is 100 EGP in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 EGP is about 2.0152 USD or 1.5032 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Egyptian pound?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 4,962 EGP.
Is the Egyptian pound the same as other pound currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The Egyptian pound is EGP; others include Lebanese pound (LBP), South Sudanese pound (SSP), Sudanese pound (SDG), Syrian pound (SYP).
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