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The Euro

## The Euro

 Benefits
From economic stability to integrated financial markets, the euro is a tangible symbol of European integration. Find out about the benefits it brings for people, businesses and the countries that use it.

Official EU currency
The euro is the official currency of 21 EU countries which make up the eurozone. Learn more.

Countries using the euro
Check which EU countries use the euro, which are working to adopt it, and which EU country has opted not to use the euro.

The euro internationally
Find out how the euro, the second most important currency in the world, is used outside the euro area.

Managing the euro
The European Central Bank manages the euro, the production of euro notes and coins, and works to protect it from counterfeiting. Learn more.

History and purpose
A brief history of why, how and when the euro was created and how it has evolved over time.

Design
The meaning of the euro (€) symbol and rules around its usage.

Exchanging national currency
How, when and where to exchange old national currency into euro.

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