Egyptian Pound · £E · Official currency of Egypt
The Egyptian pound (£E) was introduced in 1834 during Ottoman rule, and a modern issuance system was established with the founding of the National Bank of Egypt in 1899.
Various denominations circulate, including £E1, £E5, £E10, £E20, £E50, £E100, and £E200, featuring ancient Egyptian antiquities on the front and Islamic architecture on the back.
US dollars or euros are often accepted at tourist sites, but change is usually given in Egyptian pounds. Exchanging at a bank or licensed money changer in the city usually gets a better rate than at the airport, and it's convenient to carry plenty of small bills for tipping and small shops. Card payments are limited outside big cities like Cairo, so it's worth preparing cash in advance.
You can view the real banknote designs on the Central Bank of Egypt's official page.
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