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Central African CFA Franc to British Pound

XAF to GBP — used in Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo (Republic), Equatorial Guinea, Gabon.
1 GBP =
735.96 XAF
1 XAF =
0.001359 GBP
XAF symbol
FCFA
GBP symbol
£

This page gives a quick reference rate for converting between the Central African CFA Franc (XAF) and the British Pound (GBP). The Central African CFA Franc is used in Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo (Republic), Equatorial Guinea, Gabon. Rates below are indicative snapshots as of late July 2026 — for live rates when sending money or exchanging cash, check your bank, Wise, or XE.

Conversion Table

Common amounts converted both directions at today's reference rate.

XAF → GBP

XAFGBP
1 XAF0.001359 GBP
5 XAF0.006794 GBP
10 XAF0.013588 GBP
25 XAF0.033969 GBP
50 XAF0.067938 GBP
100 XAF0.135877 GBP
250 XAF0.339692 GBP
500 XAF0.679383 GBP
1,000 XAF1.3588 GBP
5,000 XAF6.7938 GBP

GBP → XAF

GBPXAF
1 GBP735.96 XAF
5 GBP3,679.81 XAF
10 GBP7,359.62 XAF
25 GBP18,399.04 XAF
50 GBP36,798.08 XAF
100 GBP73,596.15 XAF
250 GBP183,990.38 XAF
500 GBP367,980.77 XAF
1,000 GBP735,961.54 XAF
5,000 GBP3,679,807.69 XAF

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 100 XAF in GBP?

100 XAF is approximately 0.135877 GBP at the reference rate of 1 GBP ≈ 735.96 XAF. Rates move daily — use the converter above for other amounts.

Is the Central African CFA Franc pegged to the British Pound?

Most African currencies either float freely or are pegged to a major reference currency, often the US dollar or euro. See the full Central African CFA Franc guide for its specific exchange rate regime and how that affects its rate against the British Pound.

What's the best way to exchange XAF for GBP?

Banks, licensed forex bureaus, and services like Wise or Revolut typically offer better rates than airport kiosks. Compare the mid-market rate shown here against what you're quoted before exchanging.

Where can I find rates for other currency pairs?

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