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Ready to trade your Kiwi dollars for Israeli Shekels?
Converting NZD to ILS is your gateway to experiencing Israel’s unique blend of history, culture, and innovation. Whether you’re tasting the freshest hummus in Haifa or floating in the Dead Sea, your Shekels will go a long way toward making lifelong memories.
With competitive rates, you’ll be saying “Toda!” in no time.
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All about Israeli currency
What countries use the Israeli Shekel?
The Israeli Shekel (ILS), also known as the New Israeli Shekel (NIS), is the official currency of Israel and the Palestinian territories.
First introduced in 1985, the Shekel symbolises Israel’s economic independence. Fun fact: The Shekel takes its name from an ancient unit of weight used in trade.
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Code
ILS
Symbol
₪
Coins
NIS ½, 1, 2, 5, 10
Banknotes
NIS 20, 50, 100, 200
Israeli notes and coins
Israeli coins come in 10 and 50 Agorot, as well as 1, 2, 5, and 10 Shekel denominations.
Notes range from 20 to 200 Shekels and feature iconic Israeli figures like poet Rachel Bluwstein and former Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion.
Fun facts about Israeli banknotes
- The symbol for the shekel (₪) combines the first letters of its Hebrew name, “Shekel Ḥadash.”
- Banknotes feature figures such as Rachel Bluwstein (the poet Rachel) on the ₪20 note, Shaul Tchernichovsky on the ₪50, Leah Goldberg on the ₪100, and Natan Alterman on the ₪200 note
- Coins often feature ancient or culturally significant imagery
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Travel Money NZ makes it easy to get ILS. From Jerusalem’s timeless streets to Tel Aviv’s vibrant energy, let us help you make every Shekel count. Israel is waiting—get your Shekels ready!