Get our best rates when you buy Euro online for travel to France.
| 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 of France is the euro - abbreviated to EUR. 1 Euro is divided into 100 cents.
The euro was initially introduced to France in 1999, becoming the official currency in 2002. Prior to the use of the euro, the official currency of France was the French franc. The franc was in circulation in one form or another since 1360.
The modern franc was in circulation between 1960 and 2002.
The most commonly used bills for the euro are the 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 notes.
Entry into the Louvre
9 EUR 
Cup of coffee
2.60 EUR
3 course meal for 2
50 EUR
Movie ticket
10 EUR
Bottle of wine
3 EUR
Order Euro online, lock in the rate and collect at your local store, at the airport before you fly or have it delivered at home
Most credit cards are widely-accepted in France with VISA™ and MasterCard™ accepted in most outlets. American Express and Diners are also accepted, but less so.
The symbol used for the euro is €, its code is EUR
Prior to the euro, the official currency of France was the French franc.
If buying online is not your thing, visit your nearest Travelex store around and one of our friendly sales consultants will help you organise your euros for your trip to France.
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Track RatesGood Service I booked online and selected a date to pick up. Everything went smoothly and I picked up my order on the date selected. The person who served me was helpful. There were no issues and I would use this again.
Julie GoldbergEver reliable, good honest service and exchange rate. Never use anyone else.
MALCOLMExcellent service. Very helpful and friendly staff at the Sturt St office in Ballarat.
Bernadette AbbottAlways a prompt and efficient service
Christine Rosamund CollinsAlways use Travelex to purchase currency, very pleased with service thank you
MaxineGood system for ordering on line. No mistakes. Friendly, helpful staff. Everything worked as they said it would. I have used Travelex before and I will do so again.
Anthony WilcoxGreat service prompt and efficient
Kenneth KirwanExcellent service, so easy to order online and all with no fees. Will always get our overseas cash from Travelex in the future. Have already recommended Travelex to friends.
Valerie RipleyWebsite was easy to use and upon pick up the staff member was very helpful.
KarenBetter rates than the banks, easy online order and payment, picked up at a convenient location in a couple of days.
SandraGreat customer service and very pain free transaction.
Charles Hadley GarnerGood experience, website could be easier to use
GaryVery easy, fast and simple way of ordering currency online. Arrived via post on time, very safe and secure way of ensuring your money is safe and picked up by the right person. Amazing work thank you.
Saphire0902Ordered foreign cash online and picked up from in store. Very easy experience.
DaveHave used Travelex for cash for overseas holidays on many trips. Find their process is easy and delivery has always been by the nominated date. Better rates available for larger amounts, and checking rates on a daily basis gives you a good indication as to when to buy. Use BPAY to beat credit card charge
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