What currency is used in Poland?

The official currency is the Polish Zloty or Zloty. The best way to exchange currency in Poland is to visit a bank, ATM, or Kantor (currency exchange service). Kantors are counter exchanges located in spots like hotels, airports or border crossings.



The official currency of Poland is the Polish złoty (PLN).

Here are some key details:

  • Currency Code: PLN (Polish New Złoty).
  • Symbol: zł (for złoty) and gr (for grosz, the subunit).
  • Subunit: 1 złoty = 100 groszy (like cents to a dollar or pence to a pound).
  • Banknotes: Common denominations are 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, and 500 złoty notes.
  • Coins: Common denominations are 1, 2, 5 złoty and 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 groszy coins.

Important Note for Travelers: While Poland is a member of the European Union, it does not use the Euro (€). The złoty is the only legal tender for everyday transactions. Some tourist-oriented businesses (like large hotels or international chains) might accept euros, but the exchange rate will almost always be unfavorable. It’s best to pay in złoty.

You can easily exchange foreign currency at banks, exchange offices (kantor), or withdraw złoty directly from ATMs (bankomat), which are widely available.

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