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Exchange French Francs for Cash in the UK

We accept French Francs coins, current banknotes and withdrawn notes — including currency banks won't exchange.

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1. Add your French Francs

Select the notes and coins you want to exchange

2. Send your currency

Post your currency using our free secure envelope

3. Get paid to your bank

Receive payment within 5 working days

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Current French Franc Exchange Rates

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Exchange Rates
Currency Type Rate (GBP)
Current Banknotes £0.000000
Withdrawn Notes £0.004984
French Franc Coins £0.002800

Last updated: 5 July 2026 at 13:00

About French Franc Exchange

The French Franc (FRF) was the official currency of France for centuries before the country adopted the Euro in 2002, making every remaining Franc a withdrawn banknote or coin. We accept all denominations of French Franc banknotes and coins, including older series and damaged notes.

Current French Franc Banknotes

France has used the Euro since 2002, so there are no current French Franc banknotes in circulation. All French Franc banknotes are now withdrawn and treated as collector or legacy currency — see the section below for full details on what we accept.

Old Series & Damaged Notes

Unlike most high street exchanges, we buy the full range of withdrawn French Franc banknotes, including well-known designs such as the 500 Franc note featuring Pierre and Marie Curie and the 200 Franc Gustave Eiffel note, along with all other denominations. We also accept damaged or worn notes, provided at least 50% of the banknote remains intact, though the rate offered may be slightly lower to reflect the condition.

French Franc Coins

We accept French Franc coins across all denominations. As with other withdrawn coinage — such as the old Deutsche Mark or Spanish Peseta coins — the exchange rate for coins is slightly lower than for banknotes due to the additional handling involved, but we will still give you a fair return on whatever you have.

Why Exchange With Us?

  • Competitive exchange rates updated daily
  • Accept coins and damaged notes that banks won’t take
  • We verify your currency and pay you within 5 working days
  • No hidden fees or charges

French Franc Exchange FAQ

Are French Francs still legal tender in France?

No. France replaced the Franc with the Euro in 2002, and French Francs have not been legal tender since then. The Banque de France ceased exchanging Franc banknotes in 2012, which means the only way to convert your leftover Francs into usable currency is through a specialist exchange service like ours.

Which French Franc banknotes do you accept?

We accept all withdrawn French Franc banknotes, including the 500 Franc Pierre and Marie Curie note, the 100 Franc Paul Cézanne note, and everything in between, including older designs going back several decades. If you are unsure whether a particular note qualifies, feel free to contact us before sending.

Can I exchange French Franc coins as well as banknotes?

Yes! We accept French Franc coins of all denominations, which is something most banks and post offices won’t offer for withdrawn foreign coinage. The rate for coins is slightly lower than for banknotes due to handling costs, but you will still receive a competitive return.

How do I send my French Francs to you and when will I be paid?

Simply box up your French Francs and post them to us at your own arrangement — many customers use a tracked service for peace of mind when sending pre-Euro currency that has been sitting in a drawer for years. Once we receive and verify your Francs, we will pay you within 5 working days by bank transfer or PayPal. If for any reason you are not happy with our offer, we will return your currency to you free of charge.

I have a mix of French Francs and other old European currencies — can you help?

Yes, absolutely. We specialise in withdrawn pre-Euro currencies, so if you have a mixture of Francs alongside, say, Italian Lire, Dutch Guilders, or other legacy notes and coins, we can exchange them all. Just send everything together and we will assess each currency separately and make you a combined offer.

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