Convert Lao Kip to Philippine Peso
Instantly convert Lao Kip (₭) to Philippine Peso (₱) with our free online calculator.
Reference Table
| Lao Kip (₭) | Philippine Peso (₱) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
| 5 | 5 |
| 10 | 10 |
| 50 | 50 |
| 100 | 100 |
| 1000 | 1000 |
How to Convert Lao Kip to Philippine Peso
Live Exchange Rate Conversion
Convert Lao Kip (₭) to Philippine Peso (₱) using live exchange rates updated hourly. The rate reflects the current mid-market price — the most accurate reference for currency comparison.
Step-by-Step
- Open the ₭ to ₱ converter above.
- Enter the amount you want to convert in the ₭ (Lao Kip) input field.
- The converter fetches the latest exchange rate and instantly shows the equivalent value in ₱ (Philippine Peso).
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion direction if needed.
About Lao Kip (₭)
The Lao Kip (LAK, ISO 4217 code 418, symbol ₭ or LAK) is the official currency of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Laos), issued by the Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL, est. 1968 in its modern form, est. 1976 after the Pathet Lao victory). Subdivided into 100 att (no longer in practical circulation due to inflation). Banknotes: ₭500, ₭1,000, ₭2,000, ₭5,000, ₭10,000, ₭20,000, ₭50,000, ₭100,000 (the highest denomination, introduced 2020; current series features Kaysone Phomvihane — the founder of the Lao PDR — portrait on all denominations and Lao landmarks including the That Luang Stupa, Patuxai Victory Monument in Vientiane, and Wat Phu Champasak UNESCO site). The 100,000 kip note was introduced 2020 to address inflation — at typical exchange rates (~₭22,000 per USD pre-2022, ~₭21,500 per USD), it's worth ~$5. Coins are not in active circulation. Laos is one of the world's last remaining one-party communist states (Lao People's Revolutionary Party in power continuously since 1975) and one of Southeast Asia's poorest economies (~$20B GDP, ~7.5 million population). Major exports include hydroelectricity to Thailand + Vietnam + Cambodia, copper, gold, rubber, coffee, timber, and increasingly Chinese-built railways.
About Philippine Peso (₱)
The Philippine Peso (PHP, ISO 4217 code 608, symbol ₱; the special 'P' with two horizontal strokes — historically also Pe or 'pesos filipinos') is the official currency of the Republic of the Philippines, issued by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP, est. 1993 as successor to the Central Bank of the Philippines, est. 1949). Subdivided into 100 centavos. Banknotes: ₱20 (now polymer composite as of 2022), ₱50, ₱100, ₱200, ₱500, ₱1000 (the New Generation Currency series introduced 2010 features Philippine biodiversity and natural landmarks); coins: 1 sentimo, 5 sentimos, 10 sentimos, 25 sentimos, ₱1, ₱5, ₱10, ₱20 (₱20 coin since 2020, replacing the ₱20 paper note over time). The Philippines is a major source of overseas-Filipino-worker remittances (~$36 billion annually per BSP, ~9-10% of GDP — one of the world's largest remittance-economy ratios). BSP targets 2-4% CPI inflation per its inflation-targeting framework adopted January 2002.
Quick Facts
- Lao Kip (₭) is a currency unit
- Philippine Peso (₱) is a currency unit
- Exchange rates are updated hourly from live market data
- Rates shown are mid-market (interbank) rates
- This conversion is commonly used in international travel, online shopping, and business transactions
- Use the swap button to convert ₱ back to ₭
Understanding Lao Kip
The Lao Kip (symbol: ₭) is a unit of currency. The Lao Kip (LAK, ISO 4217 code 418, symbol ₭ or LAK) is the official currency of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Laos), issued by the Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL, est. 1968 in its modern form, est. 1976 after the Pathet Lao victory). Subdivided into 100 att (no longer in practical circulation due to inflation). Banknotes: ₭500, ₭1,000, ₭2,000, ₭5,000, ₭10,000, ₭20,000, ₭50,000, ₭100,000 (the highest denomination, introduced 2020; current series features Kaysone Phomvihane — the founder of the Lao PDR — portrait on all denominations and Lao landmarks including the That Luang Stupa, Patuxai Victory Monument in Vientiane, and Wat Phu Champasak UNESCO site). The 100,000 kip note was introduced 2020 to address inflation — at typical exchange rates (~₭22,000 per USD pre-2022, ~₭21,500 per USD), it's worth ~$5. Coins are not in active circulation. Laos is one of the world's last remaining one-party communist states (Lao People's Revolutionary Party in power continuously since 1975) and one of Southeast Asia's poorest economies (~$20B GDP, ~7.5 million population). Major exports include hydroelectricity to Thailand + Vietnam + Cambodia, copper, gold, rubber, coffee, timber, and increasingly Chinese-built railways.
Lao Kip are commonly used in international travel, online shopping, and business transactions.
Understanding Philippine Peso
The Philippine Peso (symbol: ₱) is a unit of currency. The Philippine Peso (PHP, ISO 4217 code 608, symbol ₱; the special 'P' with two horizontal strokes — historically also Pe or 'pesos filipinos') is the official currency of the Republic of the Philippines, issued by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP, est. 1993 as successor to the Central Bank of the Philippines, est. 1949). Subdivided into 100 centavos. Banknotes: ₱20 (now polymer composite as of 2022), ₱50, ₱100, ₱200, ₱500, ₱1000 (the New Generation Currency series introduced 2010 features Philippine biodiversity and natural landmarks); coins: 1 sentimo, 5 sentimos, 10 sentimos, 25 sentimos, ₱1, ₱5, ₱10, ₱20 (₱20 coin since 2020, replacing the ₱20 paper note over time). The Philippines is a major source of overseas-Filipino-worker remittances (~$36 billion annually per BSP, ~9-10% of GDP — one of the world's largest remittance-economy ratios). BSP targets 2-4% CPI inflation per its inflation-targeting framework adopted January 2002.
Philippine Peso are commonly used in international travel, online shopping, and business transactions.
Why Convert Lao Kip to Philippine Peso?
When travelling abroad, shopping from international retailers, or managing cross-border business payments, converting between Lao Kip and Philippine Peso is an everyday necessity. Freelancers invoicing international clients, investors monitoring foreign markets, and students comparing cost-of-living data all benefit from instant, accurate currency conversion with live exchange rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Lao Kip to Philippine Peso?
Enter any ₭ amount in the converter above. It automatically fetches the latest exchange rate and instantly calculates the equivalent ₱ value. No manual calculation is needed.
How often is the ₭/₱ exchange rate updated?
MegaCalc updates currency exchange rates hourly from live market data. The rate displayed reflects the current mid-market rate at the time of conversion.
What is the mid-market ₭/₱ exchange rate?
The mid-market rate is the midpoint between the buy and sell prices on the global foreign exchange market. It is the most accurate reference rate for comparing currencies. Banks and exchange services add a spread on top of this rate, so the rate you receive at a bank or airport will differ slightly.
Can I convert ₱ back to ₭?
Yes. Use the swap button on the converter to reverse the conversion direction and calculate ₱ to ₭ instantly at the current exchange rate.
Why do I need to convert Lao Kip to Philippine Peso?
₭ to ₱ conversions are needed for international travel, online shopping from foreign retailers, cross-border business payments, and comparing prices or costs across countries. Investors and freelancers working with multiple currencies also rely on accurate exchange rate data for financial planning.