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Current Date And Time In West, Iceland

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
07:19:10 GMT
Capital: Borgarnes
Currency: Icelandic Krona (ISK)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 16,662
Area: 9,554.00 km²
State Code: WE

💰 Icelandic Krona (ISK) — West, Iceland Currency & Exchange Rates


The official currency of West, Iceland is the Icelandic Krona (ISK), represented by the symbol kr. This page provides live ISK exchange rates for West 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 Iceland, accurate ISK conversion data is essential for cost estimation, invoice pricing and strategic financial planning.

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

West is a state in Iceland, located in Europe. All financial transactions, government revenues, retail purchases and business dealings within West are conducted using the Icelandic Krona (ISK) — the same national monetary unit used across all states and regions of Iceland. For the complete country-level currency data, visit the Iceland Currency page.

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💰 Icelandic Krona Currency Profile — West, Iceland

Icelandic Krona (ISK) is the official legal tender of Iceland, used across all states including West. Identified by the currency symbol kr and the ISO 4217 code ISK, this currency underpins all financial transactions, government revenues and business dealings in West. This profile is useful for international invoicing, forex identification, banking transactions and cross-border payment processing involving West, Iceland.

Currency Name Icelandic Krona
ISO 4217 Code ISK
Currency Symbol kr
State West
Country Iceland
Continent Europe

🔁 Live ISK Currency Converter — West

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⏰ Rates as of Aug 12, 2026 1:30 AM UTC

🤍 Gold & Silver Rates Today — West, Iceland (in ISK)

Indicative gold and silver prices for West, converted to Icelandic Krona (ISK) from live international bullion spot rates — the same XAU/XAG benchmark used by markets worldwide.

⏰ Spot rate as of Aug 12, 2026 1:30 AM UTC

🥳 Gold Purity Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Tola (11.66g)
24K (999, Fine Gold) kr 17,381.34 kr 173,813.39 kr 202,732.52
22K (916, Jewellery Standard) kr 15,921.31 kr 159,213.06 kr 185,702.99
18K (750) kr 13,036.00 kr 130,360.04 kr 152,049.39
🥈 Silver (999 Fine) Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Kilogram
Fine Silver kr 258.37 kr 2,583.73 kr 258,373.36

⚠️ Note: These are indicative rates derived from live international bullion spot prices (XAU/XAG), converted to ISK. Local jewellery and bullion dealer prices in West typically differ due to making/wastage charges, import duty, GST/VAT and dealer premiums — always confirm with a local jeweller or bullion dealer before any transaction.

📊 ISK Exchange Rates — West, Iceland

Live ISK exchange rates for West — showing exactly how much 1 kr Icelandic Krona is worth in each foreign currency, plus the inverse rate (how much of each foreign currency equals 1 ISK). Rates are recalculated hourly, making this the most current ISK conversion reference for forex traders, importers, exporters, international businesses and travellers dealing with West, Iceland.

⏰ Updated hourly • Aug 12, 2026 1:30 AM UTC

Currency Code 1 ISK = Inverse Rate
United States DollarUSD0.00811 = 123.1100 ISK
EuroEUR0.00701 = 141.9929 ISK
Japanese YenJPY1.29491 = 0.7723 ISK
British Pound SterlingGBP0.00601 = 166.2734 ISK
Chinese YuanCNY0.05481 = 18.2485 ISK
Australian DollarAUD0.01151 = 86.9142 ISK
Canadian DollarCAD0.01131 = 88.3732 ISK
Swiss FrancCHF0.00661 = 151.5879 ISK
Mexican PesoMXN0.13861 = 7.2155 ISK
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💱 Icelandic Krona VS Major World Currencies — West

Compare the Icelandic Krona (ISK) — the currency used in West, Iceland — 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 ISK vs major currencies comparison shows both the direct rate — how much foreign currency 1 kr buys — and the inverse rate, useful for pricing West imports and exports, benchmarking ISK strength and planning international financial transactions in or with Iceland.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Aug 12, 2026 1:30 AM UTC

Symbol Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
$🇺🇸 USD
United States Dollar
kr 1 = $ 0.0081$ 1 = kr 123.1100
🇪🇺 EUR
Euro
kr 1 = € 0.0070€ 1 = kr 141.9929
¥🇯🇵 JPY
Japanese Yen
kr 1 = ¥ 1.2949¥ 1 = kr 0.7723
£🇬🇧 GBP
British Pound Sterling
kr 1 = £ 0.0060£ 1 = kr 166.2734
¥🇨🇳 CNY
Chinese Yuan
kr 1 = ¥ 0.0548¥ 1 = kr 18.2485

💡 Need more conversions? Use our Currency Converter Tool for hourly-updated rates, historical data and calculations for 100+ currencies.

🎯 Global Currency Strength Ranking — ISK

Out of 162 actively traded world currencies tracked against the US Dollar, the Icelandic Krona (ISK) — the currency used in West, Iceland — currently ranks #107 by per-unit value, making it stronger than 34% of all currencies on this list. A lower rank means fewer units of that currency are needed to buy one US Dollar. Within Europe, ISK ranks #24 of 25 currencies tracked on this site for that continent.

ℹ️ This ranks currencies by face value per unit against the US Dollar — the same measure used in "world's strongest currencies" lists. It reflects historical denomination, not economic size, purchasing power or GDP.

📏 How this number is worked out: ISK currently trades at 123.1100 per US Dollar. Comparing that to all 162 tracked currencies — 106 of them trade at a lower rate (so are stronger than ISK), and 55 trade at a higher rate (so are weaker). That places ISK at rank #107 = 1 + 106 currencies stronger than it.

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📍 How ISK Compares to Its Closest-Value Neighbours

The currencies ranked immediately above and below ISK by per-unit value — the most relevant comparison, since these are the currencies closest to it in worth.

Rank Currency Value per US Dollar
#105 XPF — CFP Franc 103.4624 per $1
#106 VUV — Vanuatu Vatu 119.2630 per $1
#107 ISK — Icelandic Króna ⬤ (this page) 123.1100 per $1
#108 BDT — Bangladeshi Taka 123.4099 per $1
#109 KES — Kenyan Shilling 129.2600 per $1

🌎 Regional Currencies in Europe — West Currency

See how the Icelandic Krona (ISK) — used in West, Iceland — compares against currencies used by neighbouring countries across Europe. This regional comparison is essential for intra-continental trade pricing, cross-border travel budgeting, regional investment analysis and understanding Iceland'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 • Aug 12, 2026 1:30 AM UTC

Country Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
RussiaRUB
Russian ruble
kr 1 = ₽ 0.6697₽ 1 = kr 1.4932
GermanyEUR
Euro
kr 1 = € 0.0070€ 1 = kr 141.9929
United KingdomGBP
Pound sterling
kr 1 = £ 0.0060£ 1 = kr 166.2734
FranceEUR
Euro
kr 1 = € 0.0070€ 1 = kr 141.9929
ItalyEUR
Euro
kr 1 = € 0.0070€ 1 = kr 141.9929
SpainEUR
Euro
kr 1 = € 0.0070€ 1 = kr 141.9929
PolandPLN
Polish zloty
kr 1 = zł 0.0303zł 1 = kr 33.0140
UkraineUAH
Ukrainian hryvnia
kr 1 = ₴ 0.3643₴ 1 = kr 2.7448

🌍 Planning to travel or trade in Europe? Compare exchange rates and use our currency converter for accurate regional conversions.

West Currency — ISK Exchange Rate Guide for Business & Travel

💰 Currency Used in West

Every financial transaction in West, Iceland uses the Icelandic Krona (ISK) with the symbol kr. Whether you are a supply chain professional, logistics operator or cross-border trade specialist, the ISK rate directly impacts your cost calculations, invoice amounts and profit margins for any business activity in West. See the full currency profile and ISK exchange rates table above.

📈 Forex & Market Intelligence

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

✈️ Travel & Currency Planning

Visitors travelling to West should convert to ISK (kr) 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 West. Check ISK vs major currencies for travel conversion rates.

🌎 Regional Monetary System

As a state within Iceland in Europe, West 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 Iceland Currency page.

📋 Cross-Border Commerce in West

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

💳 Investment & Financial Planning

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

🔎 Related State & Country Tools

🗺 West Map View the West satellite map with precise GPS coordinates for location intelligence.
🏙️ Cities in West Explore cities and towns in West for demographic facts and market research.
✈️ West Travel Guide Access the travel standards guide for electrical plugs, driving rules and emergency numbers.

Frequently Asked Questions — West Currency & ISK Exchange Rates

What is the official currency of West?

The official currency of West, Iceland is the Icelandic Krona with ISO code ISK and symbol kr. This is the national monetary unit of Iceland and is accepted across all states including West.


What is the ISK exchange rate against the US Dollar?

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


Which currencies can I convert ISK into?

You can convert ISK into all major world currencies including USD, EUR, JPY, GBP and CNY. This page shows live exchange rates for West's currency against all five of these globally traded currencies — see the ISK 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 West the same as in the rest of Iceland?

Yes. West uses the same national currency — Icelandic Krona (ISK) — as all other states and territories of Iceland. There is no separate regional or local currency in West.


How does the ISK rate affect business in West?

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