Hola, Colombia!
Ready to swap your New Zealand Dollars for Colombian Pesos?
Converting NZD to COP is your first step to discovering Colombia’s magic. Whether it’s salsa dancing in Cali, sipping coffee in the lush mountains of Salento, or uncovering history in Bogotá’s Gold Museum, we’ve got you covered with hassle-free currency exchange.
So what are you waiting for? With competitive NZD to COP rates and plenty of charm, your pesos will be ready faster than you can say “Arepa con queso!”
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At Travel Money NZ, we provide great rates for buying or selling Currency. You can exchange them in person at any of our stores across New Zealand.
All about Colombian currency
What countries use the Colombian Peso?
The Colombian Peso (COP) is exclusively used in Colombia, where it powers a thriving culture of colour, music, and gastronomy. First introduced in 1810, the Peso has seen the country through its independence, economic growth, and cultural renaissance. Today, it’s not just a currency—it’s a gateway to one of South America’s most dynamic countries.
Cash rate
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Card rate
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Code
COP
Symbol
$
Coins
20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1,000 pesos
Banknotes
1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000 pesos
Colombian notes and coins
- Colombian coins come in 50, 100, 200, 500, and 1,000 Peso denominations
- Notes range from 2,000 to 100,000 Pesos, with each note being a vibrant celebration of Colombia’s heritage, featuring national icons like Nobel Prize-winning author Gabriel García Márquez and breathtaking natural wonders like the Cocora Valley’s towering wax palms.
Fun facts about COP
- The Colombian Peso’s journey began in 1810, replacing the Spanish real as the nation sought independence from colonial rule.
- Over the centuries, the Peso has weathered global economic shifts and internal reforms, emerging as a vibrant and stable currency.
Travel Money Trivia - Colombian edition
- Colombia’s largest denomination, the 100,000 Peso note, features former President Carlos Lleras Restrepo and the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta—a perfect tribute to leadership and natural beauty.
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Getting the best exchange rate for your NZD to COP conversion is essential to maximising your travel budget.
From salsa nights in Cali to exploring the Amazon jungle, let us help you make every peso count. Your Colombian adventure is calling—answer it with pesos in hand!