How to order Comptoirs Français du Pacifique Francs
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Order your CFP Francs online via our click & collect currency service. Choose your collection date and pick up from your local M&S store's bureau de change.
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Buy XPF in person from a participating M&S store. With locations nationwide - many open seven days a week and late into the evening - you can buy your Travel Money at your convenience.
Why buy Comptoirs Français du Pacifique Francs from M&S Travel Money?
Jetting off to French Polynesia? M&S Travel Money makes it easy for you to get your XPF, with:
- Stores open 7 days a week.*
- A choice of collection and buying options.
- A buy back service for you to exchange leftover currency.
*Store opening hours vary.
What you need to know about the Comptoirs Français du Pacifique Franc currency
The CFP Franc, officially known as the Comptoirs Français du Pacifique Franc or CFP Franc, is the currency used in the French overseas collectivities - French Polynesia, New Caledonia, and Wallis and Futuna. Its currency code is XPF and its symbol is ₣. The currency comes in both coins and banknotes.
Coins include:
₣1, ₣2, ₣5, ₣10, ₣20, ₣50, ₣100, ₣200
Banknotes include:
₣500, ₣1000, ₣5000, ₣10,000
You can buy Comptoirs Français du Pacifique Francs online using M&S Travel Money's click & collect service.
Please note not all denominations are available to exchange.
How to sell Comptoirs Français du Pacifique Francs back to M&S Travel Money
Do you have spare Comptoirs Français du Pacifique Francs? We can buy back foreign currency from you.
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Guide to French Polynesia
If you're in search of a unique destination, look no further than French Polynesia. With its turquoise lagoons, smouldering volcanic peaks, and white sand beaches, French Polynesia is a place where every moment is pure magic.
Why not spend your days diving with manta rays in Bora Bora, trekking through the lush valleys of Moorea, or being welcomed by the kind Tahitian people?
Whether you're seeking a luxurious retreat or an island-hopping adventure, French Polynesia has it all.
You can check the latest GBP to XPF exchange rate using our currency converter.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can use credit and debit cards in French Polynesia, especially in businesses located in tourist hotspots. However, many businesses, particularly in rural areas, will only accept cash payments, so be sure to travel with cash XPF. This will also help you avoid the fees, charges and unfavourable exchange rates associated with overseas card payments.
French Polynesia is a fairly low-cost destination, but the amount of XPF you need will depend on your travel plans. Typical prices include:
- Meal at an inexpensive restaurant: ₣1,654.25 (£11.49)
- Domestic beer: ₣600 (£4.17)
- Cup of coffee: ₣512.44 (£3.56)
- Bottle of water: ₣272.89 (£1.90)
Check out the current GBP to XPF exchange rate using our currency converter.
No, you can't use any currency other than XPF in French Polynesia.
No, the Euro is the official currency of France. The Comptoirs Français du Pacifique Franc is used in some of France's overseas territories, including:
- French Polynesia
- New Caledonia
- Wallis
- Futuna
Yes, XPF and CFP mean the same thing - they’re both abbreviations for Comptoirs Français du Pacifique Francs. XFP is used in international exchange markets.
Yes, XPF is pegged to the Euro at the fixed rate of 1 EUR = 119.3317 XPF.
UK passport holders can visit French Polynesia for up to 90 days without a visa. Check out GOV.UK for more information about French Polynesia's entry requirements.
Tipping isn't customary in French Polynesia.
A range of languages are spoken in French Polynesia, reflecting the region's diverse heritage. You'll hear French, Tahitian, English, and Indigenous languages, depending on your whereabouts.
French Polynesia is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, but as with all foreign travel, you should check GOV.UK for the latest government advice.
June to August - French Polynesia's winter dry season - is widely considered the best time to visit. The climate is cool, dry and sunny, offering perfect conditions for sightseeing activities.
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