About the Comorian Franc
The Comorian Franc's history is tied to the French Franc. Since 1999, it has been pegged to the Euro.
The name 'Franc' is a legacy of French colonial rule.
Interesting Facts
Pegged to the Euro
As part of the CFA franc zone (though distinct), the Comorian Franc is pegged to the Euro, providing significant monetary stability.
The Perfume Isles
Comoros is a major producer of vanilla and essential oils like ylang-ylang, which are key exports influencing the economy.
Coelacanth on a Coin
Some coins feature the Coelacanth, a prehistoric 'living fossil' fish that was famously rediscovered in the waters off the Comoros.
Historical Timeline
Comoros gains independence from France.
Comoros signs a monetary cooperation agreement with France, pegging its franc to the French Franc.
The peg is transferred to the Euro at a rate of 1 EUR = 491.96775 KMF.
Denominations
Banknotes
Coins
Security Features
Quick Facts
- ISO Code
- KMF
- Symbol
- CF
- Numeric Code
- 174
- Subunit
- Centime (1/100)
- Introduced
- 1920-01-01
Central Bank
- Name
- Central Bank of the Comoros
- Headquarters
- Moroni, Comoros
- Founded
- 1981
- Current Governor
- Younoussa Imani (since 2017)
Economic Data
- Reserve Currency Share
- 0.0%
- Forex Volume Share
- 0.0%
- Inflation Rate
- 10.5%
- Interest Rate
- 3.50%
Exchange Rates
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