The Icelandic Króna (ISK) has been Iceland’s official currency since 1885. Iceland may be modern and highly digital, but the euro is not accepted, and you’ll still need ISK for day-to-day spending — especially outside Reykjavik. Notes feature Icelandic cultural icons and striking nature scenes, and coins show local wildlife, reflecting Iceland’s marine heritage.
Using Icelandic Króna in Iceland
Cards and contactless payments are accepted almost everywhere — even tiny food stalls, buses and rural cafés. But here’s the bit most travellers don’t expect: some parking machines, public toilets, small shops and remote villages still only take cash. And when your UK card glitches (common in bad weather or weak Wi-Fi), having a little ISK in your pocket keeps things simple.
Over the past 30 days, the pound has strengthened against the Icelandic Krona. The best Icelandic Krona rate rose by 1.91%, from 155.3680 on 15 October 2026 to 158.3320 on 13 November 2026.
This means £1 buys more Icelandic Krona today than it did at the start of the period.
On a £750 purchase, you would receive about kr118,749.00 today, around kr2,223.00 more than on 15 October 2026.
Icelandic Krona rates moved around during the month, ranging from 155.0820 on 17 October to 159.1490 on 10 November. That shows why checking live rates before you buy can make a real difference.
Last refreshed at 12:00 on 13 November 2026.