Niger Tax Free Shopping Guide: VAT, Receipts, Agadez Silver, and Why Tourists Should Not Expect a Refund

Niger is not a classic tax free shopping destination.

It is not Dubai, Seoul, Tokyo, Paris, Mauritius, Namibia, or Morocco.

You should not arrive in Niamey expecting glossy "Tax Free" signs, refund kiosks, barcode forms, airport validation counters, and a tidy card refund after passport control.

That is not the practical reality.

Niger has VAT, locally called TVA in French. The standard rate is 19%, with reduced rates for certain categories. But as of the sources checked for this guide in 2026, I did not find a public, standardized tourist VAT refund scheme for ordinary visitors buying goods in Niger and carrying them home in luggage.

So what does that mean?

It means the article you actually need is not "How to get VAT back at Niger airport in five easy steps."

It is this:

How does VAT work in Niger? What should tourists ask for when buying something expensive? Which souvenirs make sense? What is the difference between a real invoice and a market receipt? What should you avoid buying? And why should you treat "tax free" promises very carefully unless a seller can show an official written export process?

Niger can be a fascinating country for craft: Tuareg silver, Agadez crosses, leatherwork, woven items, textiles, desert-inspired design, small carvings, and market finds. But shopping there is about documentation, safety, cash discipline, and realistic expectations.

Before going further, one important note:

The U.S. Department of State had Niger at Level 4: Do Not Travel in 2026 due to crime, unrest, terrorism, health, and kidnapping risks. This guide is not a recommendation to travel. It is a tax and shopping explainer for people who need country-specific information, including aid workers, residents, diaspora visitors, business travellers, researchers, or future travellers checking the rules.

🧾 Does Niger Have VAT?

Yes. Niger has Value Added Tax, called Taxe sur la Valeur Ajoutée, or TVA.

Niger's tax code materials list the normal VAT rate as 19%. They also show reduced rates for certain goods and services, including a 10% rate for some land transport and hotel accommodation/restaurant services, and a 5% rate for selected staple or specified products.

For normal shopping, the key point is simple:

If you buy taxable goods from a formal VAT-registered seller in Niger, VAT may be included in the price.

But VAT being included in a price does not automatically create a tourist refund right.

That is where travellers often get misled.

Many countries have VAT.

Only some countries have a tourist VAT refund system.

Niger appears to sit in the group where VAT exists, exports can have tax rules, invoices matter, but ordinary tourist "tax free shopping" is not publicly organized in the way travellers know from Europe, the Gulf, South Africa, Namibia, Morocco, or Mauritius.

Quick Niger VAT Snapshot

Topic	Practical answer for visitors
Local tax name	TVA
Standard VAT rate	19%
Reduced rates	10% and 5% for selected categories
Tourist VAT refund at airport	No widely confirmed public tourist refund process found in sources checked
Main shopping currency	West African CFA franc, XOF / FCFA
Best shopping approach	Treat VAT as part of the final price unless an official export process is documented
Documents to request	Proper invoice/facture, seller details, tax identification where available, item description, payment proof
Best souvenirs	Tuareg silver, Agadez crosses, leather goods, textiles, woven items, baskets, local design, art
High-risk items	Antiquities, archaeological objects, wildlife products, unlicensed precious materials, weapons, counterfeit goods
Safety caveat	Check current travel advisories before any trip; Niger has had severe security warnings

🧐 Can Tourists Get a VAT Refund in Niger?

For ordinary retail shopping, you should assume no standard tourist VAT refund unless a specific seller can show you a clear official process before payment.

That is the safest answer.

I found Niger VAT law and tax administration materials. I found invoice rules. I found customs materials. I found regional tax-free operators' country lists and global tax-free shopping guides. I did not find a clear visitor-facing system that says:

shop at participating Niger stores;
spend a minimum amount;
get a tourist tax free form;
show goods to Customs at Niamey airport;
collect VAT back by cash, card, or bank refund.

This matters because "VAT refund" can mean different things.

Business VAT Refunds Are Not Tourist Refunds

Niger's tax system, like many VAT systems, includes rules around deductions, exports, and refunds for businesses or taxable persons.

That does not mean a short-term visitor can claim retail VAT back at the airport.

Business VAT rules usually concern:

registered taxpayers;
export companies;
input VAT credits;
invoices with tax identification;
customs export documents;
formal filings with the tax administration.

Tourist tax free shopping usually concerns:

non-resident shoppers;
goods bought in retail stores;
a minimum spend;
a tax free form;
customs validation at departure;
a refund office or operator.

Those are not the same thing.

If someone says "exports are zero-rated" or "businesses can recover TVA," that does not prove a tourist refund scheme exists.

For a visitor, the practical rule is:

No official tourist form, no named refund route, no clear customs validation process, no refund you should count on.

💰 How Much VAT Is in Niger Prices?

The standard VAT rate is 19%.

But VAT inside a VAT-inclusive price is not 19% of the full price. It is the tax portion embedded in the total.

Here is the rough math:

VAT-inclusive price	Approx. VAT component at 19%	What it means
10,000 FCFA	about 1,597 FCFA	Small amount; not worth chasing without a real process
50,000 FCFA	about 7,983 FCFA	Meaningful, but not automatically recoverable
100,000 FCFA	about 15,966 FCFA	Ask for a proper invoice on formal purchases
250,000 FCFA	about 39,916 FCFA	Export documentation matters if the item is high-value
500,000 FCFA	about 79,832 FCFA	Use a formal seller, receipt, and customs awareness

If Niger had an ordinary tourist refund system, that VAT component would be the starting point before fees.

But because a public tourist refund route was not found, you should treat the total price as your real cost.

Ask yourself:

Would I still buy this Tuareg silver pendant, leather bag, textile, painting, or carved object if there is no refund?

If yes, good.

If no, do not let a vague tax promise push you into the purchase.

🛍️ How Should Visitors Shop in Niger Without a Tourist Refund?

The smart Niger shopping strategy is not airport paperwork.

It is disciplined buying.

✅ Step 1: Separate Market Shopping From Formal Retail

In Niger, a lot of interesting shopping is informal:

craft stalls;
street markets;
small workshops;
roadside sellers;
artisan networks;
personal introductions.

This is where you may find memorable pieces.

It is also where you may not get a formal VAT invoice.

Formal retail is different:

established boutiques;
jewellery stores;
hotel shops;
larger stores;
galleries;
export-oriented sellers;
businesses used to international buyers.

If a purchase is small, buy with common sense.

If a purchase is expensive, ask for documentation before money changes hands.

✅ Step 2: Ask for a Facture

The French word you need is facture, meaning invoice.

For a meaningful purchase, ask:

"Est-ce que vous pouvez me donner une facture?"

If VAT/TVA is relevant, ask:

"La TVA est incluse?"

A useful invoice should ideally include:

seller name;
seller address or contact;
tax identification number if available;
date;
buyer name;
item description;
quantity;
price;
VAT/TVA amount or VAT-inclusive wording where applicable;
payment method;
seller stamp or signature if used.

Niger's tax code materials require taxable persons issuing invoices to show, among other things, the price excluding VAT, VAT rate and amount, and identification of the supplier. That is a business tax rule, but for visitors it gives a good benchmark for what a serious invoice should look like.

A card slip alone is not a tax invoice.

A handwritten note saying "bijoux" is better than nothing, but not ideal for a high-value item.

✅ Step 3: Keep Receipts for Home Customs

Even if Niger does not give you VAT back, your home country may still ask what you bought.

Keep documentation for:

jewellery;
silver;
art;
antiques or vintage-looking objects;
textiles in quantity;
electronics;
musical instruments;
leather goods;
expensive craft items;
anything that looks culturally significant.

If you return to the United States, Canada, the EU, the UK, Australia, or another customs jurisdiction, you may need to declare purchases above your personal allowance.

Foreign VAT rules do not cancel your home import rules.

✅ Step 4: Avoid "Tax Free" Without Written Proof

In some markets, "tax free" can mean:

lower cash price;
no formal receipt;
export-style language;
"you are a foreigner, so no tax";
"the airport will help";
"my friend knows Customs";
"this is cheaper because no TVA."

That is not the same as an official refund.

Before you pay more because of a supposed future refund, ask:

Which government office handles it?
Is there a tourist VAT refund form?
Is there a refund counter at the airport?
Is the procedure written down?
What documents do I need?
How is the refund paid?
What happens if Customs refuses?

If there is no clear answer, treat the price as final.

✅ Step 5: Use Formal Export Shipping for Serious Purchases

If you are buying art, a large craft order, furniture, or high-value goods, ask whether the seller can arrange formal export shipping.

This may open different tax treatment because exports can be handled differently from domestic sales under VAT systems.

But again:

That is an export transaction.

It is not the same as a tourist refund on goods in your suitcase.

For export shipping, ask for:

pro forma invoice;
final invoice;
packing list;
customs export declaration;
shipping company details;
insurance;
destination import cost estimate;
written VAT treatment;
proof the goods actually left Niger.

If the seller cannot explain export paperwork, do not assume taxes will be removed.

📍 Where Would Visitors Shop in Niger?

Because of the security situation, any location advice must be handled carefully.

Do not use this as a travel route recommendation.

Use it as country knowledge.

Niamey

Niamey is the capital and the most practical place for formal shopping.

This is where a visitor is most likely to find:

established boutiques;
galleries;
hotel gift shops;
craft sellers;
markets;
better receipt options;
international payment possibilities;
safer logistics than remote regions, depending on current conditions.

For tax purposes, Niamey is the best place to ask for a proper invoice.

For craft purposes, it can be a place to find Tuareg jewellery, leatherwork, textiles, baskets, carvings, and regional items brought from other parts of Niger.

Hotel CTA:

If someone must travel to Niamey for work or official reasons, choosing secure accommodation with reliable transport and storage matters more than saving a few dollars on a room. Shopping should be fitted around safety, not the other way around.

Agadez

Agadez is central to Niger's craft identity.

UNESCO describes the Historic Centre of Agadez as the gateway to the desert, a former crossroads of caravan trade, and a place with cultural, commercial, and handicraft traditions still practiced today. The city is especially associated with Tuareg culture, silverwork, leatherwork, and the famous Agadez Cross.

In normal tourism conditions, Agadez would be one of the most compelling craft destinations in the Sahel.

In current security conditions, many governments warn strongly against travel to Niger, and especially outside Niamey. So treat Agadez shopping content as cultural context unless travel conditions change and official advice allows safe movement.

Good craft associations:

Tuareg silver jewellery;
Agadez crosses;
leather bags;
leather boxes;
camel-related craft motifs;
indigo textiles;
traditional metalwork;
desert-inspired design.

Tax advice:

Agadez-style crafts bought through informal channels may not come with VAT invoices. If you buy through an established seller or export platform, ask for documentation.

Markets and Artisan Networks

In Niger, the best object may not come from a mall.

It may come through:

an artisan;
a guide;
a family workshop;
a market seller;
a cultural cooperative;
a diaspora network;
a trusted local contact.

That can be good for authenticity.

It can be weak for tax paperwork.

So decide what matters more for each purchase:

memory and craft connection;
formal invoice and customs comfort;
resale-grade documentation;
safe legal export.

Do not ask a small artisan to perform the paperwork of a multinational retailer.

But do ask for a basic receipt if the item has significant value.

🧺 What Should You Buy in Niger?

The best Niger purchases are usually light, craft-rich, and culturally specific.

💍 Tuareg Silver and the Agadez Cross

This is the signature category.

Tuareg jewellery from Niger is known for geometric forms, silverwork, engraving, leather cords, ebony, semi-precious stones, and symbolic pendants. The Agadez Cross is especially recognizable and often associated with the city and Tuareg identity.

Good buys:

Agadez cross pendants;
silver rings;
bracelets;
earrings;
engraved amulets;
leather-and-silver necklaces;
small jewellery boxes.

Shopping tips:

ask whether the metal is silver, nickel silver, aluminium, brass, or mixed metal;
do not assume every "silver" item is sterling silver;
ask who made it;
inspect engraving and soldering;
check the clasp and cord;
get a receipt for expensive pieces;
avoid suspicious antique claims without provenance.

Tax note:

Jewellery would normally be a good VAT refund category in countries with tax free shopping. In Niger, buy it because you want the piece and can document it, not because you expect an airport refund.

👜 Leather Goods

Niger and the wider Saharan region have strong leather traditions.

Good buys:

small bags;
wallets;
boxes;
sandals;
pouches;
belts;
decorative leather panels;
tea set cases.

Check:

stitching;
dye transfer;
smell;
tanning quality;
whether animal materials are legal to import at home;
whether the item is new craft or old/vintage.

Avoid leather that might involve protected wildlife.

Goat, sheep, or cattle leather is one thing.

Endangered species is another problem entirely.

🧣 Textiles and Indigo Cloth

Textiles are easier to pack than pottery and safer than antiques.

Good options:

scarves;
indigo cloth;
wraps;
embroidered fabric;
woven textiles;
decorative cloth panels;
locally tailored clothing.

Check for:

colour bleeding;
fabric strength;
whether dye transfers to skin or luggage;
washing instructions;
smell from dye or storage.

Indigo can be beautiful.

It can also enthusiastically repaint your white shirt if you pack in a hurry.

🧺 Baskets and Woven Goods

Woven goods can be practical souvenirs.

Look for:

baskets;
mats;
trays;
small storage pieces;
fans;
decorative woven items.

Packing and customs tips:

choose clean, dry pieces;
avoid soil or seeds;
check your home country's plant product rules;
do not buy huge fragile items unless you have room.

These purchases are rarely worth any tax paperwork unless part of a large formal order.

🎨 Art, Music, and Design

Niger has strong cultural expression beyond objects.

Depending on availability and safety:

paintings;
prints;
photography;
music recordings;
handmade instruments;
books;
cultural design pieces.

For art, ask:

artist name;
title if available;
date;
medium;
receipt;
whether the item is contemporary;
whether export is allowed.

Avoid objects that look archaeological, ritual, or old without proper provenance.

🚫 What Should You Avoid Buying in Niger?

Some things are not worth the risk.

Antiquities and Archaeological Objects

Niger has deep Saharan history.

That makes suspicious "ancient" objects especially risky.

Avoid:

archaeological fragments;
old stone tools;
fossils sold without permits;
old manuscripts;
ritual objects with unclear origin;
historic metalwork;
objects said to be "from the desert" or "very old" without documentation.

If an item belongs in a museum, it probably does not belong in your carry-on.

Wildlife Products

Avoid:

ivory;
reptile skin from protected species;
tortoise shell;
feathers from protected birds;
horns;
teeth;
claws;
products made from endangered animals;
bushmeat or animal parts.

Your seller may not know your home country's import rules.

Your home customs officer will not accept "the market guy said it was fine" as a legal doctrine.

Weapons and Ammunition

Do not buy weapons, ammunition, military-style items, or anything that could be treated as controlled.

U.S. trade guidance on Niger notes that arms and war ammunition are restricted/prohibited categories, and Niger customs law also treats import/export of certain goods as controlled.

Decorative knives, swords, and similar items can create airline and customs issues even when sold as souvenirs.

If you want desert aesthetics, buy jewellery or textiles.

Not a blade.

Counterfeit Goods

Avoid fake branded goods.

They create quality, safety, and customs risks.

Also, they are usually less interesting than actual Niger craft.

Nobody needs a fake logo more than they need a well-made local textile.

✈️ Is There a VAT Refund Counter at Niamey Airport?

I did not find a public, reliable source confirming an airport tourist VAT refund counter for ordinary retail purchases in Niger.

So do not plan around one.

At the airport, expect normal travel procedures:

security;
check-in;
immigration;
customs controls;
baggage inspection;
possible questions about cash, valuables, or restricted goods.

Do not expect:

Global Blue-style validation;
Planet-style tax free forms;
a tourist refund desk;
cash refund on market receipts;
automatic VAT return to your card.

If a seller gives you written instructions for an official export/refund procedure, verify it before departure and follow those exact instructions.

Otherwise, treat the price as final.

🧾 What Receipts Should You Keep?

For everyday small purchases, a simple receipt is enough if you get one at all.

For expensive purchases, be more serious.

Keep:

invoice/facture;
proof of payment;
seller card or contact;
photos of the item;
photos of the seller's invoice book or stamp if appropriate;
export or shipping documents if goods are sent abroad;
certificates for jewellery or precious materials;
customs documents if any are issued.

For jewellery, write down:

metal type claimed by seller;
weight if provided;
stone type if any;
artisan name if known;
date and place of purchase.

For art, write down:

artist;
title;
medium;
year;
price;
seller.

These details help with insurance, customs, resale, and memory.

They also keep your souvenir from becoming "that silver thing I bought somewhere near a hotel."

💳 Cash, Cards, and CFA Francs in Niger

Niger uses the West African CFA franc, XOF, often written as FCFA.

The currency is issued by BCEAO for the West African Economic and Monetary Union area, which includes Benin, Burkina Faso, Cote d'Ivoire, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Niger, Senegal, and Togo.

In practical shopping terms:

cash is important;
cards may work in larger hotels or formal businesses;
small sellers may not accept cards;
ATMs can be limited or unreliable depending on location and conditions;
carry smaller notes for markets;
check exchange rates before bargaining;
keep cash discreet;
avoid street currency exchange if unsafe or unofficial.

Because Niger has had serious security concerns, money behaviour matters.

Do not count cash openly.

Do not flash expensive purchases.

Do not make shopping the reason to move around unnecessarily.

Safety first.

Souvenirs second.

Tax optimization somewhere far below that.

🛂 What Customs Rules Matter for Niger?

Niger customs materials and customs code sources describe personal effects and traveller goods as separate from commercial imports. Older customs code materials list personal clothing and linens, provisions for travel, and limited tobacco quantities among traveller concessions. Niamey airport customs information also discusses allowances for travellers entering Niger, including tobacco and alcohol categories.

For a visitor leaving Niger, the bigger shopping issue is not a tourist VAT refund.

It is whether what you bought is legal to export and legal to import at home.

Be careful with:

cultural heritage objects;
archaeological material;
fossils;
weapons;
wildlife products;
precious materials;
currency and high-value goods;
plant and animal products;
medicines;
bulk goods that look commercial.

If you are leaving with multiple identical items, Customs may view them as commercial stock rather than personal souvenirs.

If you are carrying high-value jewellery or silver, keep invoices.

If an item looks old, sacred, archaeological, or wildlife-related, do not assume it is safe.

🧠 Is Tax Free Shopping Worth It in Niger?

As a VAT refund strategy, no.

As a shopping strategy, Niger can still be meaningful if you are in the country for valid reasons and conditions permit.

The right mindset:

buy for craft, not refund;
buy less, but better;
ask for invoices on expensive items;
pay fair prices;
avoid risky objects;
keep receipts;
respect security advice;
use trusted sellers;
do not chase bargains in unsafe places.

Tax free shopping is only attractive when the process is real.

In Niger, the process for ordinary tourist refund is not clearly public.

So the savings must come from:

negotiating respectfully;
comparing prices;
buying directly from makers;
avoiding tourist markups;
preventing customs problems;
not overpacking;
not buying things you cannot legally take home.

The best refund is sometimes the money you do not spend on the wrong object.

🧭 Smart Planning for Niger Shoppers

If you are in Niger for work, family, diplomatic, NGO, business, research, or diaspora reasons, shopping should be planned carefully.

Use Trusted Local Guidance

Do not wander to markets without current local advice.

Ask:

Is this area safe today?
Is it better to go with a local colleague?
Is photography acceptable?
Is bargaining expected?
Are there restrictions on movement?
Is there a curfew or security checkpoint issue?

In unstable contexts, last week's advice can already be old.

Keep Purchases Small and Portable

Good travel buys:

jewellery;
small leather pieces;
textiles;
small baskets;
books;
music;
art on paper.

Harder buys:

large carvings;
heavy metal objects;
fragile pottery;
old objects;
weapons;
bulky textiles in commercial quantities.

Build Documentation Into the Purchase

For serious purchases, ask before paying:

Can you issue a facture?
Can you describe the item clearly?
Can you include your contact details?
Is this new craft or old/vintage?
Is export allowed?
Is any permit required?

If the seller is offended by basic documentation for an expensive item, that is useful information.

Travel CTA

If travel becomes appropriate in the future, book flexible flights and accommodation, and prioritize secure transfers over cheap transport. Niger is not the place to let a shopping errand create an avoidable movement risk.

eSIM CTA

Reliable data helps with translation, maps, emergency contacts, exchange rates, and checking whether a seller's paperwork looks plausible. But do not rely only on mobile data in areas where connectivity or security is uncertain.

Insurance CTA

If you buy jewellery, silver, or art, check your insurance limits. A receipt helps, but travel insurance often has low limits for valuables unless declared separately.

📋 Niger Shopping Checklist

Before you buy:

check current travel/security advice;
decide whether the item is worth the full price without VAT refund;
compare prices;
ask whether VAT/TVA is included in formal shops;
ask for a facture for expensive purchases;
avoid antiquities, wildlife parts, weapons, and suspicious precious materials.

At checkout:

get seller details;
get item description;
get price and payment proof;
check whether VAT is shown if applicable;
photograph the receipt;
keep the seller's contact.

Before leaving Niger:

keep high-value purchases accessible;
keep receipts with your passport documents;
check home-country customs rules;
do not carry restricted items;
declare where required;
do not expect an airport VAT refund unless you have official written instructions.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Tax Free Shopping in Niger

Does Niger have tax free shopping for tourists?

Niger has VAT, but I did not find a publicly confirmed standard tourist VAT refund scheme for ordinary retail purchases in the sources checked in 2026. Visitors should assume no airport VAT refund unless a seller provides a clear official written process.

What is the VAT rate in Niger?

The standard VAT rate is 19%. Niger tax materials also list reduced rates, including 10% and 5% categories for selected goods and services.

Can I claim VAT back at Niamey airport?

Do not plan on it. I did not find reliable public guidance showing a tourist VAT refund counter or standard airport refund process for ordinary Niger shopping.

Is Niger the same as Nigeria for VAT refunds?

No. Niger and Nigeria are different countries with different tax systems, currencies, customs authorities, and travel conditions. This article is about the Republic of Niger, not Nigeria.

What should I ask for when buying jewellery or silver?

Ask for a facture or receipt showing the seller, date, item description, price, and payment method. For higher-value silver, ask about metal type, artisan, weight if available, and whether the item is new craft or antique/vintage.

Are Tuareg silver and Agadez crosses good souvenirs?

Yes, they can be excellent souvenirs if bought from reputable sellers. But do not assume every "silver" item is sterling silver, and avoid suspicious antique claims without documentation.

Can I get VAT removed if the seller ships the item abroad?

Possibly only if the seller handles the transaction as a formal export under Niger tax and customs rules. That is different from a tourist VAT refund. Get written export documents and tax treatment before paying.

Should I buy antiques in Niger?

Be very cautious. Avoid archaeological objects, fossils, historic manuscripts, ritual objects, and anything sold as very old without legal provenance and export permission.

What currency is used in Niger?

Niger uses the West African CFA franc, XOF/FCFA, issued by BCEAO for WAEMU countries.

Is it safe to travel to Niger for shopping?

Current official travel advisories should be checked before any trip. The U.S. Department of State listed Niger as Level 4: Do Not Travel in 2026. Shopping should never override security advice.

Final Takeaway

Niger has VAT, and the standard rate is 19%.

But Niger is not a straightforward tourist tax free shopping destination. I did not find a public, standardized tourist VAT refund process for ordinary visitors buying goods and leaving through the airport.

So the best advice is practical:

Treat prices as final. Ask for a facture on meaningful purchases. Keep receipts for home customs. Buy Tuareg silver, Agadez crosses, leatherwork, textiles, baskets, and art because they are culturally strong, not because you expect VAT back. Avoid antiquities, wildlife products, weapons, unlicensed precious materials, and vague "tax free" promises.

And above all, pay attention to safety.

In a country under serious travel advisories, the smartest shopping decision may be not where to buy, but whether the movement is necessary at all.

If you do buy, buy carefully, document well, and let the souvenir be lighter than the risk around it.

Sources Checked

Direction Générale des Impôts Niger: Code Général des Impôts 2025 PDF – https://www.impots.gouv.ne/media/telech/LIVRE%201%20ET%202%20ENTIER%20CGI%202025.pdf
Direction Générale des Impôts Niger: VAT declaration form showing 19% normal VAT rate – https://www.impots.gouv.ne/media/imprime/Formulaire%20TVA%20RN.xlsx
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UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Historic Centre of Agadez – https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1268/
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U.S. Embassy in Niger: Travel Advisory, January 2026 – https://ne.usembassy.gov/travel-advisory-niger-january-2026/
BCEAO: History of the CFA franc – https://www.bceao.int/en/content/history-cfa-franc
BCEAO: Presentation of BCEAO – https://www.bceao.int/en/content/presentation-bceao
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