Exchange Irish Pounds for Cash in the UK

We accept Irish Pounds coins, current banknotes and withdrawn notes — including currency banks won't exchange.

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1. Add your Irish Pounds

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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What we accept: Irish Pounds coins Current Irish Pounds banknotes Withdrawn Irish Pounds banknotes

Current Irish Pound Exchange Rates

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Exchange Rates

Currency Type	Rate (GBP)
Current Banknotes	£0.000000
Withdrawn Notes	£0.623048
Irish Pound Coins	£0.562784

Last updated: 5 July 2026 at 13:00

Irish Pounds Banknotes & Coins We Accept

To exchange your Irish Pounds for cash, select the coins or banknotes you want to add to your account below.

10 Irish Pence Coin First Issued 1969

£0.007184

1 IEP = £0.071840

20 Irish Pence Coin First Issued 1986

£0.014368

1 IEP = £0.071840

50 Irish Pence Coin First Issued 1970

£0.035920

1 IEP = £0.071840

1 Irish Pound Coin First Issued 1990

£0.071840

1 IEP = £0.071840

Irish 1 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1944 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 1 Pound Banknote Issued 1944

£0.623048

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 1 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1985 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 1 Pound Banknote Issued 1985

£0.623048

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 5 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1995 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 5 Pound Banknote Issued 1995

£3.115240

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 5 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1972 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 5 Pound Banknote Issued 1972

£3.115240

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 5 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1993 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 5 Pound Banknote Issued 1993

£3.115240

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 10 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1974 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 10 Pound Banknote Issued 1974

£6.230480

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 10 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1992 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 10 Pound Banknote Issued 1992

£6.230480

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 10 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1995 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 10 Pound Banknote Issued 1995

£6.230480

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 20 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1998 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 20 Pound Banknote Issued 1998

£12.460960

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 20 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1976 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 20 Pound Banknote Issued 1976

£12.460960

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 50 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1976 Front Accepted For Exchange

Irish 50 Pound Banknote Issued 1976

£31.152400

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 50 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1996 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 50 Pound Banknote Issued 1996

£31.152400

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 100 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1996 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 100 Pound Banknote Issued 1996

£62.304800

1 IEP = £0.623048

Irish 100 Pound Banknote Front Issued 1975 Accepted For Exchange

Irish 100 Pound Banknote Issued 1975

£62.304800

1 IEP = £0.623048

About Irish Pounds Exchange

The Irish Pound (IEP) was the official currency of the Republic of Ireland from 1928 until it was replaced by the Euro in 2002. We accept all denominations of Irish pound banknotes and coins, including older series and damaged notes.

Current Irish Pound Banknotes

Ireland adopted the Euro in 2002, so there are no current Irish pound banknotes in circulation — every note is now a withdrawn collector’s piece. We accept the full range of Irish pound banknotes across all series, including higher-value notes such as the 100 Irish pound note issued in 1996 and the 50 Irish pound note issued in 1996, as well as all lower denominations.

Old Series & Damaged Notes

Unlike most high street exchanges, we buy Irish pound notes from across all eras of the currency’s history, including earlier issues such as the 10 Irish pound note issued in 1974 and the 1 Irish pound note issued in 1944. Damaged or worn notes are accepted provided they remain at least 50% intact, though the rate offered may be slightly lower than for notes in good condition. Most UK banks will not exchange old Irish pound notes, so we offer a convenient alternative for anyone who has found forgotten currency after a trip or house clearance.

Irish Pound Coins

We also buy Irish pound coins, which most banks and bureaux de change will refuse outright. We accept coins including the 1 Irish pound coin and smaller denominations such as the 50 Irish pence coin and the 10 Irish pence coin. Rates for coins are slightly lower than for banknotes due to the additional handling involved, but we will not turn them away.

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

Irish Pound Exchange FAQ

Are Irish pounds still exchangeable, or is it too late?

It is not too late — we exchange Irish pounds regardless of the series or denomination. Ireland replaced the Irish pound with the Euro in 2002, and while the Central Bank of Ireland redeemed notes for a period, most UK banks and travel money services no longer accept them. We do, so if you have found old Irish currency at home, we can help you turn it into cash.

I have a very old Irish pound note from the 1940s or 1970s — can I still exchange it?

Yes, we accept Irish pound banknotes from all eras, including early issues such as the 1 Irish pound note issued in 1944 and notes from the 1970s series. Older notes are accepted at a slightly reduced rate, and as long as the note is at least 50% intact we will make you an offer.

Do you buy Irish pound coins as well as banknotes?

Yes! We buy a range of Irish pound coins, including the 1 Irish pound coin, 50 Irish pence, 20 Irish pence, and 10 Irish pence. Coins are accepted at a slightly lower rate than banknotes due to handling costs, but unlike most banks and currency exchanges we will not simply turn them away.

How do I send my Irish pounds to you and when will I be paid?

Simply box up your Irish pounds and post them to us yourself — we recommend using a tracked service for your own peace of mind. Once we receive and verify the currency, 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.

Can I exchange Irish pounds if some of the notes are damaged or torn?

Yes, provided the note is at least 50% intact we will still make you an offer, though the rate may be slightly lower than for notes in good condition. This applies to all Irish pound denominations, from lower-value notes right up to higher-value ones such as the 100 Irish pound note. If you are unsure whether a particular note qualifies, feel free to contact us before sending.

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