List of Currencies of the World

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Currencies are very important for countries because they are one of the elements that symbolize the independence of countries. In addition, the pictures and symbols on the coins bear traces of the cultures of the countries. Therefore, currencies and symbols vary from country to country and represent the owning country.

We have prepared a list of all currencies and countries that use them in the world for you. Thanks to this list, you can learn which currency is used in that country depending on which country you will visit and you can prepare accordingly.

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As of 2022, there are 180 currencies in the world. Although there are 195 independent countries currently recognized in the world, the number of currencies in use is less because some countries do not use their own currencies.

What are the Currencies Used in the World

The United Nations recognizes 180 currencies around the world. The most widely used currency is the US dollar. The second on the list is the Euro, the official currency of the European Union. These currencies are used in many countries around the world.

Apart from these, currencies such as Sterlin, Lira, Frank, Yen, Yuan, Dinar, Ruble, Won, Pezo, Manat, Kron and Rial are also used around the world.

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Currencies Used by Most Countries

• The euro is used in about 35 independent states and overseas territories.
• The US Dollar is used by the US and ten other foreign countries.
• The East Caribbean Dollar is used as a currency in 6 Caribbean countries.
• The African Franc is used by 6 African states.
• The West African CFA franc is used by 8 African states.

List of All Currencies in the World

The list of currencies used by the countries in the world according to the alphabetical list is as follows;