The euro is the official currency for 20 European Union countries. These countries, known collectively as the Eurozone, include Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Spain. Discover more about the euro and its reach across Europe.
Beyond these member states, the euro’s influence extends to numerous territories associated with these nations. You can use euro notes and coins in regions such as the Azores, Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla, French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Madeira, Martinique, Mayotte, Réunion, Saint Barthélemy, and Saint Pierre and Miquelon.
Interestingly, the euro is also adopted as the official currency by non-EU countries like Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, and Vatican City, through agreements with the European Union. Furthermore, places like Kosovo and Montenegro have adopted the euro as their de facto currency, highlighting its broader acceptance and usage across Europe.
When traveling within the Eurozone or making payments within the EU in euro, you benefit from cost-effective transactions. EU rules ensure that payments made in euro within the EU, and even euro transactions between euro accounts in non-Eurozone countries, are charged no more than domestic electronic payments of the same value.
For further information on the legal framework governing the euro, you can explore EU legislation. Should you require assistance regarding your rights within the EU, specialized support services are available to provide guidance and help resolve issues with public bodies. You can also utilize the assistance service finder to locate the most relevant support for your needs.
Last checked: 07/01/2025
