About Ugandan Shilling Exchange
The Ugandan Shilling (UGX) is the official currency of Uganda, issued by the Bank of Uganda. We accept all denominations of Ugandan Shilling banknotes and coins, including older series and damaged notes.
Current Ugandan Shilling Banknotes
The current series of Ugandan Shilling banknotes features a range of denominations with security features including watermarks, security threads, and raised print. We accept all current banknotes across the full range of denominations — smaller everyday notes right up to the higher-value notes used for larger transactions. If you have returned from Uganda with leftover cash, we can exchange it all, whatever the mix of denominations.
Old Series & Damaged Notes
Unlike most high street exchanges, we also accept older withdrawn Ugandan Shilling banknotes as well as notes that are torn, worn, or otherwise damaged. Provided a damaged note is at least 50% intact, we can usually exchange it. A slightly reduced rate applies to older and damaged notes, but it is far better than letting unused currency go to waste. If you are also sitting on leftover currency from other East African travels, we exchange Kenyan Shillings and Tanzanian Shillings too.
Ugandan Shilling Coins
We accept Ugandan Shilling coins, including the smaller denominations commonly encountered in everyday use across Uganda. Coins are accepted at a slightly lower rate than banknotes due to the additional handling costs involved — something most banks and bureau de change will not bother with at all. Send them alongside your banknotes and we will exchange the lot.
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