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Costa Rican Colón (CRC)
The Costa Rican colón (CRC) is the official currency of Costa Rica, issued by the Central Bank of Costa Rica. It is named after Christopher Columbus and is subdivided into 100 céntimos.
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Converted amount
0.0022 USD
Exchange rate
1 CRC = 0.002221 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
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CRC · Costa Rican Colón
Costa Rican Colón (CRC) Overview
The Costa Rican colón (CRC) has been the official currency of Costa Rica since 1896, when it replaced the Costa Rican peso. The currency is named after Christopher Columbus, known as Cristóbal Colón in Spanish. The colón is issued and regulated by the Central Bank of Costa Rica, which manages its circulation and monetary policy.
The colón is subdivided into 100 céntimos, although due to inflation, céntimo coins are rarely used in everyday transactions. Banknotes are available in denominations of 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, and 50,000 colones, while coins are issued in denominations of 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, and 500 colones. The currency symbol is ₡.
Costa Rica's economy is diverse, with key sectors including tourism, agriculture, and technology. The exchange rate of the colón is determined by market forces, but the Central Bank may intervene to maintain stability. As with any currency, the value of the CRC can fluctuate based on economic conditions, and it is advisable to check current rates before making financial decisions.
- Code
- CRC
- Symbol
- CRC
- Current rate
- USD / CRC
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
Introduced in 1896, replacing the Costa Rican peso.
- Official name
- Costa Rican Colón
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Costa Rica
- Decimal places
- 2
- Minor unit
- céntimo · 1 CRC = 100 céntimo
- Countries
- Costa Rica
- Issuing authority
- Central Bank of Costa Rica
- Central bank
- Central Bank of Costa Rica · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Managed float
Common banknotes
₡1000 · ₡2000 · ₡5000 · ₡10000 · ₡20000
Common coins
₡5 · ₡10 · ₡25 · ₡50 · ₡100 · ₡500
Also known as
Colón · Costa Rican Colón · CRC · ₡
Practical notes
- The symbol ₡ is used.
- The currency is divided into 100 céntimos.
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Costa Rican Colón questions
What is the CRC exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/CRC. It can change throughout the day.
How can I convert CRC online?
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