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Portugal's currency is the euro. Buy euros online for our best rates, even better rates when you exchange over AU$2,000 to EUR OR via our travel money card.
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The Low Down on Portuguese 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 of Portugal is the euro, which is abbreviated to EUR. 1 Euro is divided into 100 cents.
The euro has been used in Portugal since 1999, replacing the Portuguese escudo, which was in circulation prior to this time and until 2002.
Following the gradual inflation of the escudo throughout the 20th century, the euro was introduced at the conversion rate of 200.48 escudos to €1.
The most commonly used bills for the euro are the 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 notes.
What to spend your euros on**:
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Mid-range 3 course meal for 2
30 EUR
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1 litre of milk
0.78 EUR
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Bottle of wine
4 EUR
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Monthly travel pass
35.50 EUR
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Portuguese egg tart
1.30 EUR
Must-sees in Portugal
- Sintra
- Just a short drive from Lisbon, is the charming town of Sintra. Sloped alleyways, café lined streets and vividly coloured architecture are only some of the attractions in this tranquil little town.
- Lisbon
- The hilly, coastal capital of Portugal offers great insight into the Portuguese people and their history. Explore the beautiful beaches, seek out the stunning decorative tiles adorning the city, wander the pastel-palette buildings of the old town or simply enjoy the unique cuisine and a scrumptious egg tart.
- Aveiro
- Located on Portugal’s west coast, this little known coastal town is a gem worth discovering. With a friendly demeanour and a welcoming vibe, Aveiro boasts winding canals with colourful boats, intricate architecture and wonderful local food.
Buying Euro online is easy
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
FAQs Relating to Portuguese Currency
Back to top- What credit cards are accepted in Portugal?
Most credit cards are widely accepted in Portugal with VISA and MasterCard being widely accepted in most outlets; and American Express and Diners are less widely so.
- Can you use in US dollars in Portugal?
While you can exchange US dollars into Euro once you get to Portugal, it’s unlikely you will find anywhere that will accept US dollars as a form of payment.
- What was the former currency of Portugal?
Prior to the euro, the official currency of Portugal was the Portuguese escudo.
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