Ducats are Europa Universalis IV's currency, paying for buildings, mercenaries, advisors and debt. The cash console command tops up your treasury instantly — the fastest way to fund an early rush or test an economic build.
How to add money in EU4
- Open the console with the
`key (non-Ironman game). - Type
cashand pressEnterfor 5000 ducats, or add an amount.
Examples
cash— adds the default 5000 ducats to your treasury.cash 10000— adds 10,000 ducats.cash 10000 FRA— gives France 10,000 ducats (any country tag works).
Related cheats
Money is only one resource. See adding monarch points for administrative, diplomatic and military power, or adding manpower to refill your armies.
Frequently asked questions
What is the add money cheat in EU4?
It's the cash command. Typing cash adds 5000 ducats to your treasury; cash 10000 adds 10,000 ducats. There is no separate add_money command — cash is the one to use.
How do I give another country money in EU4?
Add a country tag after the amount: cash 10000 FRA gives France 10,000 ducats. Without a tag, the ducats go to the country you are currently playing.
Can I add negative money (debt) in EU4?
Yes — a negative amount such as cash -500 removes ducats and can push you into debt, which is useful for testing loans and bankruptcy.
Is there a cheat for unlimited money in EU4?
There is no permanent unlimited-money toggle, but you can run cash repeatedly, or pass a very large amount like cash 1000000, to keep your treasury full.