What Currency Does Bahamas Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 1 BSD
1 GBP ≈ 1.3406 BSD
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
BSD converter
100 BSD ≈ 100.00 USD
Bahamian dollar conversion table
| Amount | USD → BSD | GBP → BSD | EUR → BSD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 1.3406 | 1.1422 |
| 5 | 5 | 6.703 | 5.711 |
| 10 | 10.00 | 13.41 | 11.42 |
| 20 | 20.00 | 26.81 | 22.84 |
| 50 | 50.00 | 67.03 | 57.11 |
| 100 | 100.00 | 134.06 | 114.22 |
| 500 | 500.00 | 670.30 | 571.10 |
| 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,341 | 1,142 |
| BSD | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0.7459 | 0.8755 |
| 5 | 5 | 3.7297 | 4.3775 |
| 10 | 10.00 | 7.4593 | 8.755 |
| 20 | 20.00 | 14.92 | 17.51 |
| 50 | 50.00 | 37.30 | 43.77 |
| 100 | 100.00 | 74.59 | 87.55 |
| 500 | 500.00 | 372.97 | 437.75 |
| 1,000 | 1,000 | 745.93 | 875.50 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 BSD is worth about 1 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Bahamian dollar ranks 9th by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength — it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
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Travelling to Bahamas? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Bahamian dollar spending.
What is money called in Bahamas?
Money in Bahamas is called the Bahamian dollar — its ISO 4217 currency code is BSD, and its symbol is $. The Bahamian dollar is the official legal tender in Bahamas and is used for all everyday transactions — from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the Bahamas currency or simply money in Bahamas.
Is the Bahamian dollar used anywhere else?
No — Bahamas is the only country on this site using the Bahamian dollar as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other dollar currencies
Several currencies carry the name “dollar”, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The Bahamian dollar (BSD) is the currency of Bahamas.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Caribbean dollar | XCD | Antigua and Barbuda +5 more | 2.7 |
| Australian dollar | AUD | Australia +3 more | 1.4387 |
| Barbadian dollar | BBD | Barbados | 2 |
| Belize dollar | BZD | Belize | 2 |
| Brunei dollar | BND | Brunei | 1.2914 |
| Canadian dollar | CAD | Canada | 1.4151 |
| United States dollar | USD | Ecuador +7 more | 1 |
| Fijian dollar | FJD | Fiji | 2.2374 |
| Guyanese dollar | GYD | Guyana | 209.26 |
| Jamaican dollar | JMD | Jamaica | 158.64 |
| Liberian dollar | LRD | Liberia | 181.37 |
| Namibian dollar | NAD | Namibia | 16.32 |
Practical money tips for Bahamas
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Bahamian dollar in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees — many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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Bahamas in context
- Bahamas covers 13,943 km², making it the 155th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Bahamas has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 398,165 people, Bahamas holds about 1.1% of the population of Caribbean.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Bahamas is a member state of the United Nations.
Bahamas currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Bahamas?
The currency of Bahamas is the Bahamian dollar (currency code: BSD, symbol: $).
What is the currency code for Bahamas?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Bahamian dollar is BSD.
What is the Bahamian dollar symbol?
The symbol for the Bahamian dollar is $. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Bahamas.
What currency is used in Bahamas?
The official currency used in Bahamas is the Bahamian dollar (BSD).
Can I use US dollars in Bahamas?
The official currency of Bahamas is the Bahamian dollar, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Bahamian dollar and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Bahamas?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 1 BSD and 1 GBP = 1.3406 BSD. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
Is the Bahamian dollar the only currency used in Bahamas?
The Bahamian dollar (BSD) is pegged 1:1 to the US dollar, and US dollars are accepted everywhere at par, so visitors rarely need to exchange money.
What is money called in Bahamas?
Money in Bahamas is called the Bahamian dollar (BSD).
Do other countries use the Bahamian dollar?
No — Bahamas is the only country on this site using the Bahamian dollar as its official currency.
What is the Bahamian currency?
The Bahamian currency is the Bahamian dollar (BSD), the official money of Bahamas.
What is the currency of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas?
The Commonwealth of the Bahamas is the formal name of Bahamas. Its currency is the Bahamian dollar (BSD).
How much is 100 BSD in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 BSD is about 100.00 USD or 74.59 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Bahamian dollar?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 100.00 BSD.
Is the Bahamian dollar the same as other dollar currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The Bahamian dollar is BSD; others include Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), Australian dollar (AUD), Barbadian dollar (BBD), Belize dollar (BZD).
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