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Tionk Essil, Ziguinchor, Senegal – Senegal Flag

Current Date And Time In Tionk Essil, Senegal

Sunday, 26 July 2026
17:20:02 GMT
State: Ziguinchor
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 8,389

💰 West African CFA Franc (XOF) — Tionk Essil, Ziguinchor Currency & Exchange Rates


The official currency of Tionk Essil, Ziguinchor, Senegal is the West African CFA Franc (XOF), represented by the symbol Fr. This page provides live XOF exchange rates for Tionk Essil 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 Tionk Essil, 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 Tionk Essil • cross-border payment settlements • business invoice conversion • forex market research for Senegal operations • travel budget planning • remittance and multi-currency financial management • investment valuation in Africa markets.

Tionk Essil is a city in Ziguinchor, Senegal, located in Africa. All financial transactions, retail purchases and business dealings within Tionk Essil are conducted using the West African CFA Franc (XOF) — the same national monetary unit used across all cities and states of Senegal. For the state-level and country-level currency data, visit the Ziguinchor Currency page or the Senegal Currency page.

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💰 West African CFA Franc Currency Profile — Tionk Essil, Ziguinchor

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

Currency Name West African CFA Franc
ISO 4217 Code XOF
Currency Symbol Fr
City Tionk Essil
State Ziguinchor
Country Senegal
Continent Africa

🔁 Live XOF Currency Converter — Tionk Essil

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⏰ Rates as of Jul 26, 2026 11:30 AM UTC

🤍 Gold & Silver Rates Today — Tionk Essil, Ziguinchor (in XOF)

Indicative gold and silver prices for Tionk Essil, converted to West African CFA Franc (XOF) from live international bullion spot rates — the same XAU/XAG benchmark used by markets worldwide.

⏰ Spot rate as of Jul 26, 2026 11:30 AM UTC

🥳 Gold Purity Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Tola (11.66g)
24K (999, Fine Gold) Fr 75,214.41 Fr 752,144.10 Fr 877,286.12
22K (916, Jewellery Standard) Fr 68,896.40 Fr 688,964.00 Fr 803,594.09
18K (750) Fr 56,410.81 Fr 564,108.08 Fr 657,964.59
🥈 Silver (999 Fine) Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Kilogram
Fine Silver Fr 1,078.48 Fr 10,784.75 Fr 1,078,475.14

⚠️ Note: These are indicative rates derived from live international bullion spot prices (XAU/XAG), converted to XOF. Local jewellery and bullion dealer prices in Tionk Essil 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.

📊 XOF Exchange Rates — Tionk Essil, Ziguinchor

Live XOF exchange rates for Tionk Essil — 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 Tionk Essil, Ziguinchor.

⏰ Updated hourly • Jul 26, 2026 11:30 AM UTC

Currency Code 1 XOF = Inverse Rate
United States DollarUSD0.00171 = 576.7162 XOF
EuroEUR0.00151 = 655.9571 XOF
Japanese YenJPY0.28411 = 3.5195 XOF
British Pound SterlingGBP0.00131 = 768.1571 XOF
Chinese YuanCNY0.01171 = 85.1594 XOF
Australian DollarAUD0.00251 = 402.5478 XOF
Canadian DollarCAD0.00251 = 408.9461 XOF
Swiss FrancCHF0.00141 = 704.5377 XOF
Mexican PesoMXN0.03031 = 32.9841 XOF
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💱 West African CFA Franc VS Major World Currencies — Tionk Essil

Compare the West African CFA Franc (XOF) — the currency used in Tionk Essil, Ziguinchor — 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 Tionk Essil imports and exports, benchmarking XOF strength and planning international financial transactions in or with Senegal.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 26, 2026 11:30 AM UTC

Symbol Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
$🇺🇸 USD
United States Dollar
Fr 1 = $ 0.0017$ 1 = Fr 576.7162
🇪🇺 EUR
Euro
Fr 1 = € 0.0015€ 1 = Fr 655.9571
¥🇯🇵 JPY
Japanese Yen
Fr 1 = ¥ 0.2841¥ 1 = Fr 3.5195
£🇬🇧 GBP
British Pound Sterling
Fr 1 = £ 0.0013£ 1 = Fr 768.1571
¥🇨🇳 CNY
Chinese Yuan
Fr 1 = ¥ 0.0117¥ 1 = Fr 85.1594

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🎯 Global Currency Strength Ranking — XOF

Out of 162 actively traded world currencies tracked against the US Dollar, the West African CFA Franc (XOF) — the currency used in Tionk Essil, Ziguinchor — currently ranks #130 by per-unit value, making it stronger than 20% of all currencies on this list. A lower rank means fewer units of that currency are needed to buy one US Dollar. Within Africa, XOF ranks #30 of 44 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: XOF currently trades at 576.7162 per US Dollar. Comparing that to all 162 tracked currencies — 129 of them trade at a lower rate (so are stronger than XOF), and 32 trade at a higher rate (so are weaker). That places XOF at rank #130 = 1 + 129 currencies stronger than it.

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📍 How XOF Compares to Its Closest-Value Neighbours

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

Rank Currency Value per US Dollar
#128 KZT — Kazakhstani Tenge 475.6186 per $1
#129 SOS — Somali Shilling 571.6420 per $1
#130 XOF — CFA Franc BCEAO ⬤ (this page) 576.7162 per $1
#131 XAF — CFA Franc BEAC 576.7162 per $1
#132 SDG — Sudanese Pound 600.5000 per $1

🌎 Regional Currencies in Africa — Tionk Essil Currency

See how the West African CFA Franc (XOF) — used in Tionk Essil, Senegal — 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 Senegal'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 • Jul 26, 2026 11:30 AM UTC

Country Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
NigeriaNGN
Nigerian naira
Fr 1 = ₦ 2.3726₦ 1 = Fr 0.4215
EthiopiaETB
Ethiopian birr
Fr 1 = Br 0.2800Br 1 = Fr 3.5720
EgyptEGP
Egyptian pound
Fr 1 = E£ 0.0891E£ 1 = Fr 11.2276
Democratic Republic Of The CongoCDF
Congolese franc
Fr 1 = Fr 4.0006Fr 1 = Fr 0.2500
TanzaniaTZS
Tanzanian shilling
Fr 1 = Sh 4.5790Sh 1 = Fr 0.2184
South AfricaZAR
South African rand
Fr 1 = R 0.0292R 1 = Fr 34.2587
KenyaKES
Kenyan shilling
Fr 1 = Sh 0.2246Sh 1 = Fr 4.4520
SudanSDG
Sudanese pound
Fr 1 = ج.س. 1.0412ج.س. 1 = Fr 0.9604

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

💵 Spending, Exchanging & Trading XOF in Tionk Essil

💰 Everyday Payments in Tionk Essil

Shops, transport and services across Tionk Essil, Ziguinchor price everything in West African CFA Franc (XOF), marked with the Fr symbol. There is no separate city currency or local scrip to learn — Tionk Essil runs on the exact same money as the rest of Senegal. Field sales reps, delivery partners and on-ground buyers working Tionk Essil can budget straight from the XOF exchange rates table above without adjusting for local exceptions.

📈 What Moves the XOF Rate for Tionk Essil Deals

A swing in the XOF rate against USD, EUR or GBP reaches every invoice, supplier contract and sales forecast tied to Tionk Essil. Companies buying from or selling into Tionk Essil track this rate closely to time purchase orders, hedge exposure and protect margins on cross-border deals. The live rate table above updates regularly for exactly this kind of monitoring.

✈️ Budgeting a Trip to Tionk Essil

Travellers flying or driving into Tionk Essil get a smoother trip by converting cash to XOF (Fr) before arrival rather than relying on last-minute airport counters. Knowing today's rate makes it far easier to estimate hotel bills, local transport and day-to-day spending money once you land in Tionk Essil. Check the XOF vs major currencies card for a quick mental conversion before you go.

🌎 Tionk Essil's Place in Ziguinchor's Currency Zone

Tionk Essil, home to a recorded population of 8,389, is one of the commercial points of Ziguinchor where XOF circulates the same way it does everywhere else in Senegal. There's no city-level monetary authority here — for the wider regional forex picture and every converter tool, visit the Ziguinchor Currency page.

📦 Cross-Border Trade Touching Tionk Essil

Exporters shipping out of Tionk Essil and importers supplying its local retailers both live with the XOF conversion rate on the day a contract is signed. Watching real-time XOF movement against USD, EUR and neighbouring currencies helps lock in margins before a shipment ever leaves the warehouse. View Africa regional currency rates for the wider trade picture around Tionk Essil.

💳 Investing & Sending Money to Tionk Essil

Anyone remitting funds, buying property or building a financial position tied to Tionk Essil needs today's XOF rate, not last week's. The XOF rate against JPY, GBP and CNY matters just as much for portfolios with exposure across Africa. See XOF vs major world currencies for the full comparison.

🥳 Local gold pricing: jewellers in Tionk Essil price 22K gold off the same XOF rate used throughout this page — roughly Fr 68,896/gram today. See the full gold & silver rates table above for 24K, 18K, sovereign and tola pricing.

🔎 Related City & State Tools

🗺 Tionk Essil Map View the Tionk Essil satellite map with precise GPS coordinates for location intelligence.
📍 Nearby Cities Explore cities near Tionk Essil for distance, direction and market-research context.
✈️ Tionk Essil Travel Guide Access the travel standards guide for electrical plugs, driving rules and emergency numbers.
🌐 Ziguinchor & Senegal Compare rates on the Ziguinchor currency page or the Senegal currency page.

Frequently Asked Questions — Money & XOF in Tionk Essil

What currency do I need in Tionk Essil?

Tionk Essil, like every city in Ziguinchor and across Senegal, runs on the West African CFA Franc (ISO code XOF, symbol Fr). Carry or exchange into XOF before you arrive — no other currency is accepted for everyday purchases here.


What's today's XOF to US Dollar rate?

Check the live exchange rates table above for the current XOF/USD rate, refreshed on every page load. For exact figures, use our dedicated XOF to USD converter to run invoices, remittances or trip budgets tied to Tionk Essil.


Does Tionk Essil use a different currency than the rest of Ziguinchor?

No — Tionk Essil shares the same XOF currency as every other city in Ziguinchor and across Senegal. Notes, coins and exchange rates are identical nationwide; there is no city-specific pricing or local scrip in Tionk Essil.


Which world currencies can I compare against XOF here?

This page tracks XOF against USD, EUR, GBP, JPY and CNY in real time — see the exchange rates table and the XOF vs major currencies card above. Useful for forex trading, remittances, import/export contracts and travel budgeting tied to Tionk Essil.


How does the XOF rate affect prices and business in Tionk Essil?

When XOF weakens, imported goods and equipment cost more for businesses in Tionk Essil, while locally made exports become cheaper for overseas buyers. When it strengthens, the opposite happens. Tracking the rate day to day is standard practice for procurement and pricing teams operating in Tionk Essil.


What is today's gold rate in Tionk Essil?

Gold pricing in Tionk Essil follows the national XOF rate: 22K jewellery gold works out to roughly Fr 68,896/gram today. See the gold & silver rates table above for 24K, 18K, sovereign and tola pricing.


Where can I exchange money or withdraw cash in Tionk Essil?

Banks, authorised forex dealers and ATMs across Tionk Essil accept major international cards for withdrawals in XOF. Before committing to an exchange counter, compare its offered rate against the live rate on this page to avoid an inflated margin.