Across regions and histories, the word “pound” turns up in several national currencies — each with its own value, design and story. Whether you’re planning travel, comparing exchange rates or just curious about monetary names, it helps to see them side by side.
There are 12 Countries that use Pounds, ranging from Egypt to the United Kingdom. For each entry you’ll find below the Flag, Currency, ISO code so you can compare names and codes at a glance — you’ll find below.
Do all these countries share the same pound value?
No — “pound” is a name, not a single currency. Each country issues its own pound with a unique ISO code and exchange rate against other currencies; check the ISO code column in the table below to see which specific pound applies where.
How often can this list change and where does the data come from?
Country currencies can change with reforms or redenominations, so lists are periodically updated based on central bank announcements and ISO 4217. For travel or finance, verify the current currency and ISO code from official sources before relying on rates.
Countries that Use Pounds
| Country | Flag | Currency | ISO code |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 🇬🇧 | Pound sterling | GBP |
| Egypt | 🇪🇬 | Egyptian pound | EGP |
| Sudan | 🇸🇩 | Sudanese pound | SDG |
| South Sudan | 🇸🇸 | South Sudanese pound | SSP |
| Syria | 🇸🇾 | Syrian pound | SYP |
| Lebanon | 🇱🇧 | Lebanese pound | LBP |
| Gibraltar | 🇬🇮 | Gibraltar pound | GIP |
| Falkland Islands | 🇫🇰 | Falkland Islands pound | FKP |
| Saint Helena | 🇸🇭 | Saint Helena pound | SHP |
| Jersey | 🇯🇪 | Jersey pound | N/A |
| Guernsey | 🇬🇬 | Guernsey pound | N/A |
| Isle of Man | 🇮🇲 | Manx pound | N/A |
Images and Descriptions
United Kingdom
Issued by the Bank of England, Pound sterling is the UK’s official currency used across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Widely traded and floating; also serves as the anchor for several local pounds issued by Crown dependencies and some overseas territories.
Egypt
Issued by the Central Bank of Egypt, the Egyptian pound is Egypt’s legal tender. Once periodically pegged, it now operates a managed float. Widely used domestically, it has faced devaluations and is central to Egypt’s monetary and fiscal policy.
Sudan
Issued by the Central Bank of Sudan, the Sudanese pound is the country’s official currency. It has undergone redenominations and is subject to inflation and exchange controls; official and parallel market rates can differ significantly.
South Sudan
Issued by the Bank of South Sudan, the South Sudanese pound is the country’s currency since independence. It faces inflationary pressures and limited convertibility; notes and coins circulate mainly domestically with a fluctuating exchange rate.
Syria
Issued by the Central Bank of Syria, the Syrian pound is Syria’s legal tender. Once formally pegged, it has devalued substantially amid conflict; parallel market rates dominate and foreign currencies like the US dollar are commonly used alongside it.
Lebanon
Issued by Banque du Liban, the Lebanese pound (locally “lira”) is Lebanon’s official currency in English usage. Historically pegged to the dollar, it has suffered major devaluation and coexistence with US dollars on parallel markets and in everyday transactions.
Gibraltar
Issued by the Government of Gibraltar, the Gibraltar pound is legal tender in Gibraltar and pegged 1:1 to pound sterling. Local notes and coins circulate alongside UK currency; GIP has an ISO code but is not widely accepted in the UK.
Falkland Islands
Issued by the Government of the Falkland Islands, this pound is used locally and pegged 1:1 to GBP. Falkland notes and coins circulate alongside UK sterling; the FKP has its own ISO code and distinct local designs.
Saint Helena
Issued by the Government of Saint Helena, the Saint Helena pound circulates in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha and is pegged 1:1 to pound sterling. UK notes are generally accepted locally; SHP carries its own ISO code.
Jersey
Issued by the States of Jersey, the Jersey pound is pegged 1:1 to pound sterling. Jersey issues its own notes and coins which circulate on the island alongside UK currency; the Jersey pound has no separate ISO 4217 code.
Guernsey
Issued by the States of Guernsey, the Guernsey pound is pegged 1:1 to pound sterling. Local notes and coins circulate alongside UK currency; Guernsey has no separate ISO 4217 code and UK acceptance of Guernsey notes can be limited.
Isle of Man
Issued by the Isle of Man Treasury, the Manx pound is pegged 1:1 to pound sterling. Manx notes and coins circulate locally alongside UK currency; the Manx pound has no official ISO 4217 code but is accepted within the island.
