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Current Date And Time In Bamako, Mali

Friday, 26 June 2026
12:15:58 GMT
Capital: Bamako
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 2,918,000
Area: 245.00 km²
State Code: BKO

💰 West African CFA Franc (XOF) — Bamako, Mali Currency & Exchange Rates


The official currency of Bamako, Mali is the West African CFA Franc (XOF), represented by the symbol Fr. This page provides live XOF exchange rates for Bamako 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 Mali, accurate XOF conversion data is essential for cost estimation, invoice pricing and strategic financial planning.

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

Bamako is a state in Mali, located in Africa. All financial transactions, government revenues, retail purchases and business dealings within Bamako are conducted using the West African CFA Franc (XOF) — the same national monetary unit used across all states and regions of Mali. For the complete country-level currency data, visit the Mali Currency page.

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💰 West African CFA Franc Currency Profile — Bamako, Mali

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

Currency Name West African CFA Franc
ISO 4217 Code XOF
Currency Symbol Fr
State Bamako
Country Mali
Continent Africa

📊 XOF Exchange Rates — Bamako, Mali

Live XOF exchange rates for Bamako — showing exactly how much 1 Fr West African CFA Franc is worth in each foreign currency, plus the inverse rate (how much of each foreign currency equals 1 XOF). Rates are recalculated hourly, making this the most current XOF conversion reference for forex traders, importers, exporters, international businesses and travellers dealing with Bamako, Mali.

⏰ Updated hourly • Jun 26, 2026 6:30 AM UTC

Currency Code 1 XOF = Inverse Rate
United States DollarUSD0.00171 = 575.1587 XOF
EuroEUR0.00151 = 655.9569 XOF
Japanese YenJPY0.28101 = 3.5587 XOF
British Pound SterlingGBP0.00131 = 760.4761 XOF
Chinese YuanCNY0.01181 = 84.5349 XOF
Australian DollarAUD0.00251 = 397.0665 XOF
Canadian DollarCAD0.00251 = 405.6055 XOF
Swiss FrancCHF0.00141 = 711.4875 XOF
Mexican PesoMXN0.03051 = 32.8360 XOF
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💱 West African CFA Franc VS Major World Currencies — Bamako

Compare the West African CFA Franc (XOF) — the currency used in Bamako, Mali — 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 XOF vs major currencies comparison shows both the direct rate — how much foreign currency 1 Fr buys — and the inverse rate, useful for pricing Bamako imports and exports, benchmarking XOF strength and planning international financial transactions in or with Mali.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jun 26, 2026 6:30 AM UTC

Symbol Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
$🇺🇸 USD
United States Dollar
Fr 1 = $ 0.0017$ 1 = Fr 575.1587
€🇪🇺 EUR
Euro
Fr 1 = € 0.0015€ 1 = Fr 655.9569
¥🇯🇵 JPY
Japanese Yen
Fr 1 = ¥ 0.2810¥ 1 = Fr 3.5587
£🇬🇧 GBP
British Pound Sterling
Fr 1 = £ 0.0013£ 1 = Fr 760.4761
¥🇨🇳 CNY
Chinese Yuan
Fr 1 = ¥ 0.0118¥ 1 = Fr 84.5349

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🌎 Regional Currencies in Africa — Bamako Currency

See how the West African CFA Franc (XOF) — used in Bamako, Mali — 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 Mali'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 26, 2026 6:30 AM UTC

Country Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
NigeriaNGN
Nigerian naira
Fr 1 = ₦ 2.3921₦ 1 = Fr 0.4181
EthiopiaETB
Ethiopian birr
Fr 1 = Br 0.2732Br 1 = Fr 3.6599
EgyptEGP
Egyptian pound
Fr 1 = E£ 0.0861E£ 1 = Fr 11.6161
Democratic Republic Of The CongoCDF
Congolese franc
Fr 1 = Fr 3.9897Fr 1 = Fr 0.2507
TanzaniaTZS
Tanzanian shilling
Fr 1 = Sh 4.5599Sh 1 = Fr 0.2193
South AfricaZAR
South African rand
Fr 1 = R 0.0286R 1 = Fr 34.9972
KenyaKES
Kenyan shilling
Fr 1 = Sh 0.2250Sh 1 = Fr 4.4445
SudanSDG
Sudanese pound
Fr 1 = ج.س. 1.0432ج.س. 1 = Fr 0.9586

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Bamako Currency — XOF Exchange Rate Guide for Business & Travel

💰 Currency Used in Bamako

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

📈 Forex & Market Intelligence

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

✈️ Travel & Currency Planning

Visitors travelling to Bamako should convert to XOF (Fr) 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 Bamako. Check XOF vs major currencies for travel conversion rates.

🌎 Regional Monetary System

As a state within Mali in Africa, Bamako 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 Mali Currency page.

📋 Cross-Border Commerce in Bamako

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

💳 Investment & Financial Planning

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

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Frequently Asked Questions — Bamako Currency & XOF Exchange Rates

What is the official currency of Bamako?

The official currency of Bamako, Mali is the West African CFA Franc with ISO code XOF and symbol Fr. This is the national monetary unit of Mali and is accepted across all states including Bamako.


What is the XOF exchange rate against the US Dollar?

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


Which currencies can I convert XOF into?

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

Yes. Bamako uses the same national currency — West African CFA Franc (XOF) — as all other states and territories of Mali. There is no separate regional or local currency in Bamako.


How does the XOF rate affect business in Bamako?

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