Change base currency and add currencies

	Base currency	Currencies for expenses
What is it?	The currency you do your accounting in	Currencies users can choose when they register
How many?	One	As many as you need
Where?	Administrate > Settings > Misc	Administrate > Currencies

👉 Applies to: administrators who set up or change currencies.

✅ New transactions are converted to the new base currency.

⚠️ The change applies going forward. Earlier transactions are not converted. Set the base currency early in the setup.

💡 Do you have different base currencies in sister companies? Contact support and we will help you.

✅ The currency can now be chosen when users register expenses.

💡 Only add the currencies you actually use, so the list is easier for users.

Can I change the base currency when we already use Expense?
Yes, but it is best to set the right base currency from the start.

Are earlier transactions affected?
No, the change applies going forward.

Do I have to add currencies manually?
Yes, the currencies you want to use must be added under Administrate > Currencies.

Where do the exchange rates come from?
See Automatic exchange rates for expenses.

The base currency is the currency you do your accounting in. You can change it and add the currencies your users need when they register expenses. Expenses in other currencies are converted to the base currency automatically.