Rwandan Currency

Visiting Rwanda and needs to know the name of the Rwandan money unit or just need to know how much is $1000 American dollars in Rwandan currency?

Use the links on this page to understand more about the local money used in Rwanda, currency symbol, notes and more.


Rwandan Currency Info


Rwandan Currency Exchange Rate Today

Rwanda Money

  • The local money used in Rwanda is Franc.

  • The currency symbol of the Rwandan money is RF.

  • The Rwandan currency code is RWF.

  • The Franc Notes: The Rwandan currency notes are made up of 500, 1000, 2000, 5000 francs.

  • The Franc Coins: 1 Franc is made up of 100 Centimes. Rwandan Centime Coins go from 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 Francs.

What is the best currency to use in Rwanda? obviously it is best to convert your currency to Rwandan money and use the local Franc as it is accepted everywhere in Rwanda. American dollars and other major currencies like British Pound or Swiss Franc 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 Rwanda? Major credit cards, like Mastercard and Visa, are generally accepted within Rwanda (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 - therefore check before you use it.

What is the exchange rate for Franc to US Dollars?

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

It’s wise to ask for the the latest currency exchange rate for US Dollar to Rwandan Franc before purchasing the Franc you need for your next trip at American Dollar to Franc Exchange Rate Today.

What is the exchange rate for Franc to British Pound?

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

Therefore it's wise to check out the current money exchange rate for Stirling Pound to Rwandan Franc before ordering the Franc you need for your up coming trip at British Pound to Franc Exchange Rate Today.