Chilean Currency

Going on a trip to Chile and needs to know the name of the Chilean money unit or just need to know how much is $10 US dollars in Chilean currency?

Use the links on this page to learn more about the local money in Chile, currency symbol, notes and more.


Chilean Currency Info


Chilean Currency Exchange Rate Today

Chile Money

  • The local money used in Chile is Peso.

  • The currency symbol of the Chilean money is $.

  • The Chilean currency code is CLP.

  • The Peso Notes: The Chilean currency notes are made up of 1000, 2000, 5000, 10,000, 20,000 pesos.

  • The Peso Coins: 1 Peso is made up of 100 Centavos. Chilean Centavo Coins go from 1,10, 50, 100, 500 pesos.

What is the best currency to use in Chile? obviously it is best to convert your currency to Chilean money and use the local Peso as it is accepted everywhere in Chile. US dollars and other major currencies like British Pound or Japanese Yen are not readily accepted in most business establishments, however some major hotel chains, restaurants and shops may accept US dollars at an agreed upon exchange rate.

Are credit cards widely accepted in Chile? Major credit cards, like Mastercard and Visa, are generally accepted within Chile (at hotels, restaurants, shops, travel agencies etc.). American Express is less common and can attract surcharges if you are able to use in an establishment - hence check before you use it.

What is the exchange rate for Peso to US Dollars?

Foreign exchange rates are always changing and in most cases minute by minute.

Therefore it's important to check the latest currency exchange rate for US Dollar to Chilean Peso before ordering the Peso you require for your up coming trip from American Dollar to Peso Exchange Rate Today.

What is the exchange rate for Peso to Stirling Pound?

Exchange rates for foreign currencies are always changing and in most days minute by minute.

Therefore it's wise to check the today's money exchange rate for British Pound to Chilean Peso before ordering the Peso you require for your next trip from British Pound to Peso Exchange Rate Today.