How to Change Currency on Steam | UK Guide

Learn how to change the Steam currency to GBP using UK payment details, billing info and store region settings.

If you use Steam to buy games, download content or gift items, you may occasionally find that prices are listed in a currency that’s not your own—especially if you’ve moved countries, are travelling, or have set up your account in a different region. This guide explains how to change your currency on Steam, what triggers Steam to switch currencies automatically, and what to watch out for when doing so. It’s written for UK users who want to ensure their Steam store prices appear in pounds sterling (GBP).

What Does Changing Currency on Steam Mean?

Steam automatically displays game prices in the local currency based on your current country and payment method. If your Steam store shows prices in US dollars, euros or any other currency rather than GBP, it usually means your account is set to a non-UK region. Changing the currency ensures you see accurate pricing, local payment options, and relevant promotions.

Steam doesn’t allow manual currency selection in account settings—changing it involves updating your store region, which is tied to your IP address and billing information.

Who Might Need to Change Their Currency?

You may need to change the currency on your Steam account if:

  • You moved to the UK from another country

  • Your Steam account was created abroad

  • You’re travelling and Steam detects a foreign IP address

  • Your billing details don’t match your current region

  • You’re seeing prices in the wrong currency despite being in the UK

If you’re a UK-based gamer but seeing listings in dollars or euros, it’s worth checking your region and payment settings.

How to Change Currency on Steam

Option 1: Update Your Store Region at Checkout

  1. Log into your Steam account via desktop.

  2. Add a game to your basket.

  3. At checkout, select “Update store country” if Steam prompts you about mismatched regions.

  4. Choose United Kingdom from the list.

  5. Enter a valid UK billing address that matches your payment method.

Steam will automatically convert the currency and update future listings to GBP.

Option 2: Update via Account Details

  1. Go to Account Details in the top-right menu of Steam.

  2. Scroll down to the Store & Purchase History section.

  3. Click “Update store country”.

  4. Select United Kingdom and confirm with a payment method that matches your location.

Steam uses the billing address of your payment method to verify this change. If it doesn’t match, the change won’t go through.

Important Considerations

Changing your currency isn’t something you can do freely at any time. Steam’s systems are designed to prevent abuse (e.g. using lower regional prices) and require:

  • A valid IP address in the UK

  • A UK-based payment method

  • A billing address that matches your location

Steam may block purchases or suspend accounts that appear to be manipulating regions. If you genuinely live in the UK, changing the region as outlined is allowed—but you’ll need supporting payment data.

Common Mistakes and Issues

  • Trying to change currency without a payment method: Steam won’t switch currencies until you confirm the change during a transaction.

  • Using a VPN: Steam’s Terms of Service prohibit using VPNs to spoof regions or access cheaper pricing. This can lead to account bans.

  • Mismatch between card and address: Even UK cards must be registered to a UK billing address to count.

  • Switching too often: Steam limits how frequently you can change regions—generally once every 3 months.

What If You Can’t Change Currency?

If Steam won’t let you change your region even though you're in the UK, try:

  • Removing outdated non-UK payment methods

  • Logging out and back in from a UK-based device and IP address

  • Contacting Steam Support with proof of UK residency (e.g. a utility bill)

Steam’s support team may manually review and update your region if there's a genuine reason for the mismatch.

Currency Changes and Wallet Balances

When you change your Steam region, any existing Steam Wallet balance remains in the original currency. It won’t automatically convert to GBP. You may need to spend the balance before switching or contact Steam Support for help.

Once your region is updated, all future purchases and top-ups will be in GBP.