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FAROE ISLANDS



CURRENCY:
The currency of the Faroe Islands is called the Krona (pl. Kronur). Krona banknotes are issued in the following denominations: 50, 100, 500, and 1000 Kronur. The Faroe Krona is valued at parity with the Danish Krona.

100 Faroe Kronur note reverse side of 100 Faroe Kronur note
For smaller values, Danish coins are used, with 1 Krona = 100 Ore.

ISSUING AUTHORITY:
Foroyar Landstyri

ISO Code: FIK

CURRENCY IMPORT/EXPORT RESTRICTIONS:
The import and export of all currencies is free.
Amounts over EUR 15,000 or equivalent must be declared .

CIRCULATION:
Current series of notes were issued between 1978 and 1982. Many notes issued after 1949 are still redeemable.

ALTERNATIVE CURRENCIES:
Danish currency is widely accepted.

IN THE FUTURE:
Although included in the Kingdom of Denmark, the Faroe Islands are not members of the European Union. This may affect the valuation of the Faroese Krona if Denmark decides to participate in the European Common Currency (EURO)


Recent Faroese (Danish) Krona Exchange History


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