Every country in the world has its own official currency — the money used for trade, payments, and economic transactions.

Knowing the names of countries and their currencies is very useful for competitive exams and for general awareness.

Some countries share a common currency (like the Euro), while others have unique national currencies.

Let’s look at some important countries and their currencies.

List of Countries and Their Currencies

 Interesting Facts

• Euro (€) is used by 20+ countries in the European Union.
• US Dollar ($) is the most traded currency in the world.
• Kuwaiti Dinar (K.D.) is one of the highest-valued currencies globally.
• Japanese Yen (¥) and Chinese Yuan (¥) may look similar, but they are different currencies.
• India’s Rupee (₹) is accepted in Nepal and Bhutan at controlled exchange rates.

 Quick Revision Table – Neighbouring Countries of India

Exams usually ask about popular countries (news-related), India’s trade partners, and countries in the neighbourhood or with unique currencies.

Below, I’ll give you a supplementary list of more countries and currencies — not just common ones, but also the ones often asked in GK exams.

Additional Countries and Their Currencies

Grouped for Easy Revision

Countries Using the Euro (€)

Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Ireland, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Finland, Croatia, Luxembourg.

Countries Using “Dollar” (Different Types)

• US Dollar ($): USA
• Canadian Dollar (C$): Canada
• Australian Dollar (A$): Australia
• Singapore Dollar (S$): Singapore
• New Zealand Dollar (NZ$): New Zealand
• Hong Kong Dollar (HK$): Hong Kong

Countries Using “Rupee”

India (₹), Pakistan (PKR), Sri Lanka (LKR), Nepal (NPR), Mauritius (MUR), Seychelles (SCR), Indonesia (historically also used “Rupiah”).

Countries Using “Dinar”

Kuwait, Jordan, Bahrain, Iraq, Algeria, Serbia, Tunisia.

Countries Using “Pound”

United Kingdom (GBP), Egypt (EGP), Lebanon (LBP), Sudan (SDG), South Sudan (SSP).