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Costa Rican Colones (CRC)
The CRC is the official currency of Costa Rica, with the symbol ₡.
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Costa Rican Colones to US Dollars: Exchange rates today
 CRC |  USD |
|---|---|
| 1 CRC | 0.00 USD |
| 10 CRC | 0.02 USD |
| 20 CRC | 0.04 USD |
| 50 CRC | 0.10 USD |
| 100 CRC | 0.21 USD |
| 250 CRC | 0.52 USD |
| 300 CRC | 0.63 USD |
| 500 CRC | 1.05 USD |
| 1,000 CRC | 2.11 USD |
| 2,000 CRC | 4.23 USD |
| 5,000 CRC | 10.58 USD |
| 10,000 CRC | 21.17 USD |
| USD | CRC |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 462.30 CRC |
| 10 USD | 4,623.06 CRC |
| 20 USD | 9,246.13 CRC |
| 50 USD | 23,115.33 CRC |
| 100 USD | 46,230.66 CRC |
| 250 USD | 115,576.66 CRC |
| 300 USD | 138,691.99 CRC |
| 500 USD | 231,153.32 CRC |
| 1,000 USD | 462,306.65 CRC |
| 2,000 USD | 924,613.31 CRC |
| 5,000 USD | 2,311,533.29 CRC |
| 10,000 USD | 4,625,587.50 CRC |
Exchange rates are dynamic. Always remember to check the applicable rate in-app before carrying out your exchange.
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Learn more about the Costa Rican Colones
History
The Costa Rican Colones was established as the official currency of Costa Rica in 1896. Its introduction was a key development for the nation, and it continues to be a central part of the economic landscape of both Costa Rica and Central America. Check our guide about the evolution of CRC to USD to learn more about their exchange rate history.Characteristics
The Costa Rican Colones is divided into Céntimo. You'll find Costa Rican Colones banknotes in 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000, 50000 colones and coins in 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 500 colones.Monetary policy
The Costa Rican Colones is managed by the Banco Central de Costa Rica, which is responsible for the currency's monetary policy and currency's value. This approach allows the currency to fluctuate based on market conditions, while the central bank retains the ability to intervene to maintain stability and control inflation. This strategic management is crucial for supporting the economic growth and stability of Costa Rica.Currency exchange
The value of the Costa Rican Colones is determined by a floating exchange rate. This means its value can fluctuate based on global supply and demand, reflecting the country's economic strength and market conditions.
Facts table for the Costa Rican Colones (CRC)
| Currency name | Costa Rican Colones | |
| Currency code | CRC | |
| Currency symbol | ₡ | |
| Minor unit | Céntimo | |
| Minor unit symbol | ¢ | |
| Notes frequently used | 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000, 50000 colones | |
| Coins frequently used | 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 500 colones | |
| Central bank | Banco Central de Costa Rica | |
| Users | Costa Rica |
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