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Saturday, 27 June 2026
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National Capital: Addis Ababa
Currency: Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Area: 526.99 km²
State Code: AA

💰 Ethiopian Birr (ETB) — Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Currency & Exchange Rates


The official currency of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is the Ethiopian Birr (ETB), represented by the symbol Br. This page provides live ETB exchange rates for Addis Ababa against the world's most actively traded currencies — USD, EUR, JPY, GBP and CNY — refreshed regularly for reliable forex reference. Whether you are a logistics planner, cross-border trade specialist or finance professional operating in Ethiopia, accurate ETB conversion data is essential for cost estimation, invoice pricing and strategic financial planning.

Use this page to check the ETB exchange rate for international trade with Addis Ababa • cross-border payment settlements • business invoice conversion • forex market research for Ethiopia operations • travel budget planning • remittance and multi-currency financial management • investment valuation in Africa markets.

Addis Ababa is a state in Ethiopia, located in Africa. All financial transactions, government revenues, retail purchases and business dealings within Addis Ababa are conducted using the Ethiopian Birr (ETB) — the same national monetary unit used across all states and regions of Ethiopia. For the complete country-level currency data, visit the Ethiopia Currency page.

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💰 Ethiopian Birr Currency Profile — Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Ethiopian Birr (ETB) is the official legal tender of Ethiopia, used across all states including Addis Ababa. Identified by the currency symbol Br and the ISO 4217 code ETB, this currency underpins all financial transactions, government revenues and business dealings in Addis Ababa. This profile is useful for international invoicing, forex identification, banking transactions and cross-border payment processing involving Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Currency Name Ethiopian Birr
ISO 4217 Code ETB
Currency Symbol Br
State Addis Ababa
Country Ethiopia
Continent Africa

📊 ETB Exchange Rates — Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Live ETB exchange rates for Addis Ababa — showing exactly how much 1 Br Ethiopian Birr is worth in each foreign currency, plus the inverse rate (how much of each foreign currency equals 1 ETB). Rates are recalculated hourly, making this the most current ETB conversion reference for forex traders, importers, exporters, international businesses and travellers dealing with Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

⏰ Updated hourly • Jun 27, 2026 1:30 PM UTC

Currency Code 1 ETB = Inverse Rate
United States DollarUSD0.00621 = 161.3660 ETB
EuroEUR0.00541 = 183.7877 ETB
Japanese YenJPY1.00241 = 0.9976 ETB
British Pound SterlingGBP0.00471 = 213.0194 ETB
Chinese YuanCNY0.04211 = 23.7366 ETB
Australian DollarAUD0.00901 = 111.2619 ETB
Canadian DollarCAD0.00881 = 113.6821 ETB
Swiss FrancCHF0.00501 = 199.3256 ETB
Mexican PesoMXN0.10851 = 9.2187 ETB
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💱 Ethiopian Birr VS Major World Currencies — Addis Ababa

Compare the Ethiopian Birr (ETB) — the currency used in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — against the five most traded currencies in global forex markets: US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Japanese Yen (JPY), British Pound (GBP) and Chinese Yuan (CNY). This ETB vs major currencies comparison shows both the direct rate — how much foreign currency 1 Br buys — and the inverse rate, useful for pricing Addis Ababa imports and exports, benchmarking ETB strength and planning international financial transactions in or with Ethiopia.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jun 27, 2026 1:30 PM UTC

Symbol Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
$🇺🇸 USD
United States Dollar
Br 1 = $ 0.0062$ 1 = Br 161.3660
€🇪🇺 EUR
Euro
Br 1 = € 0.0054€ 1 = Br 183.7877
¥🇯🇵 JPY
Japanese Yen
Br 1 = ¥ 1.0024¥ 1 = Br 0.9976
£🇬🇧 GBP
British Pound Sterling
Br 1 = £ 0.0047£ 1 = Br 213.0194
¥🇨🇳 CNY
Chinese Yuan
Br 1 = ¥ 0.0421¥ 1 = Br 23.7366

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🌎 Regional Currencies in Africa — Addis Ababa Currency

See how the Ethiopian Birr (ETB) — used in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — compares against currencies used by neighbouring countries across Africa. This regional comparison is essential for intra-continental trade pricing, cross-border travel budgeting, regional investment analysis and understanding Ethiopia's currency strength relative to its continental neighbours. Each row shows both the direct and inverse conversion rate so you can instantly calculate costs in either direction.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jun 27, 2026 1:30 PM UTC

Country Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
NigeriaNGN
Nigerian naira
Br 1 = ₦ 8.5280₦ 1 = Br 0.1173
EgyptEGP
Egyptian pound
Br 1 = E£ 0.3069E£ 1 = Br 3.2579
Democratic Republic Of The CongoCDF
Congolese franc
Br 1 = Fr 14.0519Fr 1 = Br 0.0712
TanzaniaTZS
Tanzanian shilling
Br 1 = Sh 16.2983Sh 1 = Br 0.0614
South AfricaZAR
South African rand
Br 1 = R 0.1053R 1 = Br 9.4989
KenyaKES
Kenyan shilling
Br 1 = Sh 0.8013Sh 1 = Br 1.2480
SudanSDG
Sudanese pound
Br 1 = ج.س. 3.7183ج.س. 1 = Br 0.2689
UgandaUGX
Ugandan shilling
Br 1 = Sh 22.7663Sh 1 = Br 0.0439

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Addis Ababa Currency — ETB Exchange Rate Guide for Business & Travel

💰 Currency Used in Addis Ababa

Every financial transaction in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia uses the Ethiopian Birr (ETB) with the symbol Br. Whether you are a supply chain professional, logistics operator or cross-border trade specialist, the ETB rate directly impacts your cost calculations, invoice amounts and profit margins for any business activity in Addis Ababa. See the full currency profile and ETB exchange rates table above.

📈 Forex & Market Intelligence

The ETB exchange rate against major global currencies like USD, EUR and GBP directly affects import/export pricing, investment returns and revenue projections for operations in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Monitoring these rates supports strategic decision-making, competitive pricing and financial risk management. Track live rates in the ETB exchange rates table.

✈️ Travel & Currency Planning

Visitors travelling to Addis Ababa should convert to ETB (Br) before arrival. Understanding the current exchange rate helps estimate daily budgets, accommodation costs, local transport and shopping expenses — ensuring a well-planned, cost-controlled trip to Addis Ababa. Check ETB vs major currencies for travel conversion rates.

🌎 Regional Monetary System

As a state within Ethiopia in Africa, Addis Ababa uses the same national currency as every other state and region across the country. For the full country-level currency profile, broader forex data and all converter tools, visit the Ethiopia Currency page.

📋 Cross-Border Commerce in Addis Ababa

Businesses engaged in international trade with Addis Ababa rely on accurate ETB conversion rates for contract pricing, payment settlements and cash flow forecasting. Importers from Ethiopia and exporters supplying Addis Ababa's markets both benefit from tracking real-time ETB movements against USD, EUR and regional currencies. View Africa regional currency rates for cross-border context.

💳 Investment & Financial Planning

Investors and financial planners targeting Addis Ababa need reliable ETB exchange rate data for portfolio valuation, FDI analysis and remittance planning. The ETB rate against JPY, GBP and CNY also matters for businesses with multi-currency exposure across Africa markets. See ETB vs major world currencies for full comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Addis Ababa Currency & ETB Exchange Rates

What is the official currency of Addis Ababa?

The official currency of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is the Ethiopian Birr with ISO code ETB and symbol Br. This is the national monetary unit of Ethiopia and is accepted across all states including Addis Ababa.


What is the ETB exchange rate against the US Dollar?

The ETB to USD exchange rate is shown in the exchange rates table above and updated regularly. Use our dedicated ETB to USD converter for the most accurate rate for financial transactions, cross-border payments and international business operations related to Addis Ababa.


Which currencies can I convert ETB into?

You can convert ETB into all major world currencies including USD, EUR, JPY, GBP and CNY. This page shows live exchange rates for Addis Ababa's currency against all five of these globally traded currencies — see the ETB vs major currencies card and the full exchange rates table — making it useful for forex trading, international procurement, remittance transfers and travel budgeting.


Is the currency in Addis Ababa the same as in the rest of Ethiopia?

Yes. Addis Ababa uses the same national currency — Ethiopian Birr (ETB) — as all other states and territories of Ethiopia. There is no separate regional or local currency in Addis Ababa.


How does the ETB rate affect business in Addis Ababa?

The ETB exchange rate directly influences import/export costs, supplier payment amounts, retail pricing and investment valuations for businesses in Addis Ababa. A stronger ETB makes imports cheaper but can reduce export competitiveness, while a weaker ETB boosts exports but raises import and raw material costs. Monitoring the ETB rate is a core part of location intelligence and market research for Ethiopia.