Cuban Peso Symbol ($)
The Cuban Peso ($ or ₱ or Cuban $) is the official legal tender of the Republic of Cuba. Issued by the Central Bank of Cuba (Banco Central de Cuba), it uses the dollar/peso sign ($) or the national abbreviation CUP.
Typographic & Developer Encoding Codes
Quickly copy HTML entities, CSS content escape sequences, and Unicode code points for Cuban Peso.
| Format | Value / Code | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Symbol | $ | Standard plain text character or abbreviation | |
| Unicode Code Point | U+0024 | DOLLAR SIGN (Basic Latin) | |
| Windows Input / Alt Code | Alt + 36 | Keyboard shortcut for Windows PC | |
| HTML Named / Decimal Entity | $ | HTML5 named character entity | |
| HTML Hex Entity | $ | Hexadecimal HTML character reference | |
| CSS Escape Code | \0024 | For CSS ::before or ::after pseudo-elements |
How to Type Cuban Peso Symbol ($) on Any Device
Windows PC
Hold the Alt key and type 36 on the numeric keypad.
Mac / macOS
Press Shift + 4 on your macOS keyboard.
iPhone & iPad (iOS)
Tap 123 then tap $
Android (Gboard)
Tap ?123 then tap $
Formatting Rules & Real-World Examples
Symbol Placement: Before Amount
In standard financial notation, the Cuban Peso symbol is positioned immediately before the numerical amount.
Typography & International Usage Guidelines
In Cuba, '$' or '₱' precedes the amount ($50.00). In international banking, 'CUP' is used. 1 Peso is divided into 100 centavos.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Assuming the Cuban Convertible Peso (CUC) still exists (CUC was formally abolished in January 2021).
- Confusing CUP with US dollars.
- Thinking Cuba is part of the US dollar zone.
Historical Background & Monetary Evolution
The Cuban peso was established in 1857 during the Spanish colonial era. Following the 1959 Cuban Revolution, Cuba operated under a state-controlled monetary system. In 1994, Cuba introduced a dual currency system consisting of the Cuban Peso (CUP) and the Cuban Convertible Peso (CUC, pegged 1:1 to USD). On January 1, 2021, Cuba formally unified its currency, abolishing the CUC and retaining the CUP as sole national legal tender.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cuban Peso ($)
Common questions and direct answers regarding currency symbols, typing shortcuts, and international formatting.
Does Cuba still have a dual currency system?
No. Cuba abolished the Cuban Convertible Peso (CUC) on January 1, 2021, leaving the Cuban Peso (CUP) as the sole national currency.
What is the ISO code for Cuban Peso?
The ISO 4217 code is CUP (numeric 192).
What symbol does Cuba use?
Cuba uses the standard '$' sign (and sometimes ₱ in domestic signage), abbreviated internationally as CUP.