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Manage Multi Currency

Overview​

This article explains how to add, edit, and delete multi-currency settings in the Unidiner back office. Multi-currency management allows businesses to accept cash payments in different currencies during the payment process.

Once a currency is added and enabled, it will be available on the payment process page for the Cash Payment method.

Add a Multi Currency​

Use this option to configure a new currency for cash transactions.

Steps to Add a Multi Currency​

  1. Go to the Multi Currency page.
  2. Click the Add Currency button.
  3. In the Add Currency form, enter the required details.

1. Select Currency​

  • Choose the required currency from the Currency dropdown.
  • This is a mandatory field.

Example​

  • USD - United States Dollar
  • AED - UAE Dirham
  • EUR - Euro

The selected currency will be used during cash payment transactions.

2. Currency Name​

  • The Currency Name field is automatically filled based on the selected currency.
  • This field is system-generated and does not require manual entry.

Example​

If AED is selected, the currency name will automatically display as: United Arab Emirates Dirham

3. Currency Exchange Rate​

  • The Currency Exchange Rate field is automatically displayed.
  • This is a read-only field and cannot be edited manually.

The exchange rate helps calculate the currency value during payment processing.

4. Conversion Ratio​

  • Enter the Conversion Ratio.
  • This is a mandatory field.

Example​

If:

  • Base Currency = INR
  • Selected Currency = USD

A conversion ratio determines how the payment amount is converted between currencies.

Ensure the conversion ratio is entered correctly to maintain accurate payment calculations.

5. Minimum Amount​

  • Enter the Minimum Amount allowed for the currency.
  • This field is optional.

This helps define the minimum payment value accepted in the selected currency.

6. Maximum Amount​

  • Enter the Maximum Amount allowed for the currency.
  • This field is optional.

This helps control the maximum payment value accepted in the selected currency.

7. Status​

  • Select the currency status:
    • Enabled
    • Disabled

Status Explanation​

  • Enabled
    The currency will be available during the payment process.

  • Disabled
    The currency will remain inactive and will not appear in payments.

  1. After entering all required information, click Add.

Result​

The currency will be added successfully and displayed in the multi-currency list.

If the currency status is set to Enabled, it will reflect on the payment process page for the Cash Payment method.

Edit a Multi Currency​

Use this option to modify currency settings or update conversion details.

Steps to Edit a Multi Currency​

  1. Open the Multi Currency page.
  2. Locate the currency you want to update.
  3. Click the Edit button.
  4. Make the required changes:
    • Update the conversion ratio.
    • Modify minimum or maximum amount.
    • Change the currency status.
  5. Click Update.

Result​

The currency settings will be updated successfully, and the latest changes will reflect during payment processing.

Delete a Multi Currency​

Use this option to remove a currency configuration that is no longer required.

Steps to Delete a Multi Currency​

  1. Go to the Multi Currency page.
  2. Find the currency you want to remove.
  3. Click the Delete button.
  4. A delete confirmation message will appear.
  5. Click Delete to confirm the action.

Result​

The selected currency configuration will be permanently removed from the system.

Note: Deleted currencies will no longer appear during the payment process for cash payments. Ensure the currency is no longer required before deleting it.