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The Low Down on Finnish Currency

Currency:	Euro
Currency code:	EUR
Central Bank:	European Central Bank
Currency symbol:	€
Currency sub unit:	cent
Currency sub unit symbol:	c
Bank notes:	€5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, €500
Coins:	1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, €1, €2

The official currency in Finland is the euro - replacing the Finnish markka as Finland’s official currency in February 2002 after initially being introduced in cash form a month earlier in January 2002.

The Finnish markka was circulated in Finland between 1860 and 2002.

Finland joined the European Union in 1995 and the Eurozone in 1999 when it was initially formed.

The most commonly used bills for the euro are the 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 notes.

What to spend your euros on**:

3 Course meal for 2
60 EUR
Cup of coffee
3.30 EUR
Fresh loaf of bread
1.70 EUR
1Km taxi ride
1.60 EUR
Suomenlinna Fortress guided tour
11 EUR

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Must-sees in Finland

Helsinki
Helsinki is a quirky city of many faces; stunning urban design mixes with architectural relics, intriguing culinary fare with local brews, and all within this fashionable city set on the water of the Baltics.

Åland Archipelago
The Åland Islands are an autonomous region between Sweden and Finland, comprising of a number of large islands and over 10,000 smaller ones. Think rustic landscapes, seascapes and a quaint way of life that feels like stepping back in time.

Lemmenjoki National Park
Come here for a unique Arctic wilderness experience like no other; hikes, huts and forest set along its namesake, the Lemmenjoki River.

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FAQ Relating to Finnish Currency

What was the currency of Finland prior to the introduction of the euro?
Prior to 2002 the official currency in Finland was the Finnish markka.
What is the symbol used for Finnish currency?
The symbol for the euro is € - its currency code is EUR.
Are credit cards widely accepted in Finland?
Yes, all major credit cards should be widely-accepted in Finland.

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