Egyptian Currency: A Beginner's Guide

Egyptian Currency and Denominations

Banknotes: You will primarily use banknotes, which come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 pounds. There are also smaller notes for 25 and 50 piastres. Egyptian banknotes are colorful and feature a mix of ancient and Islamic landmarks on one side and English on the other, making them easy for tourists to identify.

Coins: Coins are less common for tourists but are used for smaller transactions. They come in denominations of 1 pound and various piastres (25 and 50).

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