Buy Peruvian Sol (PEN)

If you’re about to explore Peru, you can buy Peruvian sol from Asda Money. We’ll beat the exchange rate of any competitors within 5 miles with our Price Promise.

Famous for the incredible Machu Picchu located high up in the Andes, Peru is a wonderland for adventure seekers.

Before you travel, make sure you have plenty of Peruvian sol to experience the delights of Peru without any worries. At Asda Money, we offer competitive pound to Peruvian sol exchange rates, so you can make the most out of your travel money.

 

Click and Collect your Peruvian Sol from a store near you

 

Exchanging pounds to Peruvian sol with Asda Money has never been so easy. All you need to do is buy your currency online and choose Click & Collect. Then you can pick up your travel money from one of our many selected Asda stores while doing your weekly shop. 

 

Our pound (GBP) to Peruvian Sol (PEN) exchange rate Price Promise

 

At Asda Money, we’ll beat the pounds to Peruvian sol exchange rate of any travel money bureau within 5 miles with Price Promise.

 

With our £2.99 Buy Back Promise, we’ll also buy back any leftover Peruvian sol (banknotes only) at the original transaction exchange rate up to a maximum value of £250. T&C’s apply.

 

Get your Peruvian sol delivered straight to your door with our home delivery service. Choose next day home delivery for orders placed before 2pm (Monday to Thursday). It’s just £4.99 for orders of £350 and more or FREE for orders over £500.

 

And don’t forget to register with Asda Rewards for an even better exchange rate with us. 

 

Should I buy Peruvian Sol now or wait?

 

With so much to explore in Peru, you don’t want to waste time looking for an exchange bureau or trying to find an ATM at the airport when you land. With local currency in your pocket, you can hop in a taxi at the airport and begin your Peruvian adventure immediately.

 

Plus, by changing your money before you travel, you’ll avoid poor exchange rates and high international card transaction fees when using your card to pay or take money out of an ATM.

 

What countries use the Peruvian Sol?

 

Peruvian sol is the official currency of Peru, and you can only use it in Peru [1].

Cayman Kenyan Shilling coins and banknotes

 

The following notes and coins are currently in circulation in Peru [2].

Notes

 

  • 10 soles
  • 20 soles
  • 50 soles
  • 100 soles
  • 200 soles

Coins

 

  • 1 soles
  • 2 soles
  • 5 soles
  • 10 cents
  • 20 cents
  • 50 cents

*Prices checked as of November 2024. 

Three reasons to love Asda Travel Money:

  • 1. Price Promise

    If you find a better exchange rate within 5 miles of one of our travel money bureaux, we’ll beat it with our Price Promise.

  • 2. We Buy Back Your Travel Money

    Stop by our travel money bureau and we’ll buy back your unused travel money. Even if you didn’t buy your travel currency from us, we’ll exchange it back commission free.

    Our Buy Back Promiselets you sell back your PEN at the same rate for just £2.99

  • 3. Convenient Click & Collect

    Order your travel money online and collect at your local travel money bureau for free, whilst you do your weekly shop! Minimum order £100.

Common Peruvian Sol Questions

 

How much is 1 GBP in Peruvian Sol?

 

1 GBP is equivalent to 4.46 PEN

 

*Rates taken from Asda foreign exchange calculator. At time of publishing – Nov 2024.

 

Can I buy Peruvian Sol in the UK?

 

Yes, you can exchange pounds to Peruvian sol in the UK right here with Asda Money. With our Price Promise, we’ll beat the exchange rate offered by any travel bureau within 5 miles.

 

Should I exchange money before I travel to Peru?

 

Changing money before you travel to Peru means you’ll get a more competitive exchange rate and won’t need to worry about foreign transaction fees while on holiday.

 

What is the best currency to take to Peru?

 

Peruvian sol is the official currency of Peru, but US dollars are also widely accepted. Although you may be able to pay with US dollars in a lot of places in Peru, you shouldn’t rely on this. By travelling with Peruvian sol in your pocket you’ll be sure you can pay everywhere you go. Using dollars also means you’ll be subject to an unofficial exchange rate often decided by the shop or bar you’re paying in – you’ll likely end up paying more than if you used the local currency.

 

Should you take cash to Peru?

 

Yes, it’s always a good idea to take cash with you to Peru so you have money in your pocket whenever you need it. Relying on your debit card or contactless transactions means you’ll pay more fees and likely won’t get as competitive an exchange rate as you would when changing your money in advance. 

 

Is GBP accepted in Peru?

 

No Peru doesn’t accept GBP. Change GBP to Peruvian sol before you travel so you have the right currency when you land in Peru.

 

Can I use my debit card in Peru?

 

Yes, especially in big hotels and cities you may be able to use your debit card. But you’ll likely pay foreign transaction fees and likely won’t get as competitive an exchange rate as when you change your money in advance.

 

Do you tip in Peru?

 

It is common for tourists to tip in Peru, especially in restaurants with the average being around 10% [7].

Before you run off to Peru, remember to pick up your holiday money at Asda

If you’re planning another trip soon, Asda Travel Money can help arrange your currency for that too, whether Australian Dollars, Euros, Turkish Lira or Malaysian Ringgit. Check out all the currencies we offer, here.

[1] [2] peru.travel

[3] [4] [5] [6] numbeo.com

[7] enigmaperu.com

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