Currency
Information on Zambia's legal tender, including banknotes, coins, and currency security features.
Currency Overview
The Zambian Kwacha (ZMW) is the official currency and legal tender of the Republic of Zambia. It is the only currency accepted for transactions within the country.
The Bank of Zambia is the sole authority responsible for issuing banknotes and coins in Zambia. This mandate is established under the Bank of Zambia Act and ensures the integrity and security of the national currency.
Denominations currently in circulation: Banknotes are issued in ZMW 2, ZMW 5, ZMW 10, ZMW 20, ZMW 50, and ZMW 100 denominations. Coins are issued in 5 Ngwee, 10 Ngwee, 50 Ngwee, and ZMW 1 denominations (100 Ngwee = 1 Kwacha).
New Currency Family
ZMW 500
Five Hundred Kwacha
ZMW 200
Two Hundred Kwacha
ZMW 100
One Hundred Kwacha
ZMW 50
Fifty Kwacha
ZMW 20
Twenty Kwacha
ZMW 10
Ten Kwacha
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Acts and Regulations
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Suspect Counterfeit Currency?
If you suspect you have received a counterfeit note, do not pass it on. Report it immediately to the Bank of Zambia or your nearest police station.