Convert Central African CFA Franc to Congolese Franc (XAF to CDF)
Live mid-market exchange rates, interbank trends, and local currency insights.
Conversion Tables
Convert XAF to CDF
| XAF | CDF |
|---|---|
| 100 XAF | 25.32 CDF |
| 500 XAF | 126.62 CDF |
| 1,000 XAF | 253.23 CDF |
| 5,000 XAF | 1,266.17 CDF |
| 10,000 XAF | 2,532.33 CDF |
| 20,000 XAF | 5,064.67 CDF |
| 50,000 XAF | 12,661.67 CDF |
| 100,000 XAF | 25,323.34 CDF |
| 250,000 XAF | 63,308.35 CDF |
| 500,000 XAF | 126,616.69 CDF |
Convert CDF to XAF
| CDF | XAF |
|---|---|
| 100 CDF | 394.89 XAF |
| 500 CDF | 1,974.46 XAF |
| 1,000 CDF | 3,948.93 XAF |
| 5,000 CDF | 19,744.63 XAF |
| 10,000 CDF | 39,489.26 XAF |
| 20,000 CDF | 78,978.53 XAF |
| 50,000 CDF | 197,446.32 XAF |
| 100,000 CDF | 394,892.64 XAF |
| 250,000 CDF | 987,231.61 XAF |
| 500,000 CDF | 1,974,463.22 XAF |
DR Congo Foreign Exchange Overview
The Congolese Franc (CDF, symbol "FC", subunit "Centime") is the official currency of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, issued and managed by the Banque Centrale du Congo (BCC). Operating in a highly dollarized economy, the Congolese Franc circulates alongside the US Dollar.
When transacting in Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, or Goma, commercial banks (Rawbank, EquityBCDC, TMB) and licensed currency dealers provide foreign exchange services. Retail cash spreads typically range between 2.0% and 4.5% above interbank rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the official exchange rate between Central African CFA Franc and Congolese Franc?
The current mid-market exchange rate is 1 XAF = 0.2532 CDF (1 CDF = 3.9489 XAF) as of October 6, 2026.
Where can I exchange XAF in DR Congo or internationally?
You can exchange Central African CFA Franc at licensed forex bureaus across Kinshasa (Gombe, Boulevard du 30 Juin), Lubumbashi, Goma, commercial banks (Rawbank, EquityBCDC, TMB), and N’djili International Airport.
Are there foreign currency declaration limits in DR Congo?
Yes, any physical cash or bearer negotiable instruments exceeding $10,000 USD (or equivalent in CDF) must be formally declared to the Direction Générale des Douanes et Accises (DGDA) upon entry or exit.