Exchange your Northern Irish Pounds

Do you have leftover Northern Irish Pounds? We offer a fast and easy way to exchange both current and withdrawn Northern Irish Pound banknotes and coins. Convert them into your local currency today with our quick and hassle-free exchange service.

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Northern Ireland 1 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1978 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 1 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1978

£0.7538

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 1 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 1940

Northern Ireland 1 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 1940

£0.7538

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 1 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 1967

Northern Ireland 1 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 1967

£0.7538

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1990

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1990

£3.7688

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1982 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1982

£3.7688

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 1940

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 1940

£3.7688

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 1967

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 1967

£3.7688

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Ulster Bank Banknote Front Issued 2001 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Ulster Bank Banknote Issued 2001

£4.6230

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 2003.

Northern Ireland 5 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 2003.

£4.6230

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1997

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1997

£7.5375

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1996 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1996

£7.5375

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 1940

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 1940

£7.5375

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 1960

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 1960

£7.5375

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Ulster Bank Banknote Front Issued 1997

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Ulster Bank Banknote Issued 1997

£9.2460

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 10 Pound First Trust Bank Banknote Front Issued 1996 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 10 Pound First Trust Bank Banknote Issued 1996

£9.2460

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 2008

Northern Ireland 10 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 2008

£9.2460

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 20 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1999

Northern Ireland 20 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1999

£15.0750

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 20 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1996

Northern Ireland 20 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1996

£15.0750

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 20 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 1983

Northern Ireland 20 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 1983

£15.0750

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 20 Pound Ulster Bank Banknote Front Issued 1999 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 20 Pound Ulster Bank Banknote Issued 1999

£18.4920

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 20 Pound First Trust Bank Banknote Front Issued 1996 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 20 Pound First Trust Bank Banknote Issued 1996

£18.4920

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 20 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 2003

Northern Ireland 20 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 2003

£18.4920

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 50 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1999

Northern Ireland 50 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1999

£37.6875

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 50 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1990

Northern Ireland 50 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1990

£37.6875

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 50 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1970 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 50 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1970

£37.6875

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 50 Pound Ulster Bank Banknote Front Issued 1997 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 50 Pound Ulster Bank Banknote Issued 1997

£46.2300

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 50 Pound First Trust Bank Banknote Front Issued 1994 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 50 Pound First Trust Bank Banknote Issued 1994

£46.2300

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 50 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 2004

Northern Ireland 50 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 2004

£46.2300

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 100 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1999

Northern Ireland 100 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1999

£75.3750

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 100 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Front Issued 1990 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 100 Pound Northern Bank Banknote Issued 1990

£75.3750

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 100 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote (Mercury) Front Issued 1967 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 100 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote (Mercury) Issued 1967

£75.3750

1 GBP = £0.7538

Northern Ireland 100 Pound Ulster Bank Banknote Front Issued 1990 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 100 Pound Ulster Bank Banknote Issued 1990

£92.4600

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 100 Pound First Trust Bank Banknote Front Issued 1994 Accepted For Exchange

Northern Ireland 100 Pound First Trust Bank Banknote Issued 1994

£92.4600

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Ireland 100 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Front Issued 1995

Northern Ireland 100 Pound Bank of Ireland Banknote Issued 1995

£92.4600

1 GBP = £0.9246

Northern Irish Pounds are a unique variant of British Pounds, issued by local banks and reflecting the distinct identity of Northern Ireland.

Northern Irish Pounds Information

The Northern Irish Pound is a variant of the British Pound Sterling (GBP) issued by banks in Northern Ireland. While the currency is denominated in British Pounds, Northern Irish banknotes are unique because they are issued by private banks rather than the Bank of England.

This practice dates back to the 19th century, when banks in Northern Ireland
were granted the right to issue their own notes. Today, several Northern Irish banks, including Bank of Ireland, Ulster Bank, and Danske Bank, issue banknotes that are legal tender in Northern Ireland.

Although Northern Irish Pounds are considered legal tender throughout the United Kingdom, they are not as commonly accepted outside of Northern Ireland.

In England, Scotland, and Wales, businesses may refuse to accept Northern Irish banknotes, even though they are denominated in British Pounds. For this reason, travellers who acquire Northern Irish Pounds during their stay in Northern Ireland may need to exchange them for Bank of England notes before travelling elsewhere in the UK.

Northern Irish banknotes feature unique designs that reflect the region’s history, culture, and architecture. Unlike Bank of England notes, which feature images of
British monarchs and national symbols, Northern Irish notes typically feature local landmarks and notable figures from Northern Ireland’s history.

These designs distinguish Northern Irish Pounds from other GBP banknotes, adding to their cultural significance within the region.

The Bank of England regulates the issuance of Northern Irish Pounds and ensures that the total value of banknotes in circulation is backed by equivalent assets.

Northern Irish banks are required to hold an equivalent amount of assets in Bank of England notes or securities to cover the value of the notes they issue. This system ensures that
Northern Irish Pounds maintain the same value as Bank of England notes, making them fully interchangeable within the UK’s monetary system.

While Northern Irish Pounds are primarily used within Northern Ireland, they serve as a reminder of the region’s distinct identity within the United Kingdom.

Despite being part of the larger British monetary system, Northern Ireland has retained the tradition of issuing its own banknotes, reflecting its unique place within the UK.

These banknotes are also highly sought after by collectors, who value them for their unique designs and historical significance.

In conclusion, Northern Irish Pounds are an important part of Northern Ireland’s financial landscape. While they are fully interchangeable with other British Pounds, their distinctive designs and local issuance set them apart from Bank of England notes. Travellers to Northern Ireland should be aware of the potential challenges in using these notes
outside the region but can easily exchange them for Bank of England notes if needed.