What Currency Does Gambia Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 74.28 GMD
1 GBP ≈ 99.59 GMD
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
GMD converter
100 GMD ≈ 1.3462 USD
Dalasi conversion table
| Amount | USD → GMD | GBP → GMD | EUR → GMD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74.28 | 99.59 | 84.85 |
| 5 | 371.42 | 497.93 | 424.24 |
| 10 | 742.85 | 995.86 | 848.49 |
| 20 | 1,486 | 1,992 | 1,697 |
| 50 | 3,714 | 4,979 | 4,242 |
| 100 | 7,428 | 9,959 | 8,485 |
| 500 | 37,142 | 49,793 | 42,424 |
| 1,000 | 74,285 | 99,586 | 84,849 |
| GMD | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0135 | 0.01 | 0.0118 |
| 5 | 0.0673 | 0.0502 | 0.0589 |
| 10 | 0.1346 | 0.1004 | 0.1179 |
| 20 | 0.2692 | 0.2008 | 0.2357 |
| 50 | 0.6731 | 0.5021 | 0.5893 |
| 100 | 1.3462 | 1.0042 | 1.1786 |
| 500 | 6.7308 | 5.0208 | 5.8928 |
| 1,000 | 13.46 | 10.04 | 11.79 |
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 GMD is worth about 0.0135 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Dalasi ranks 81st 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.
Travel Money Card
Travelling to Gambia? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Dalasi spending.
What is money called in Gambia?
Money in Gambia is called the Dalasi — its ISO 4217 currency code is GMD, and its symbol is D. The Dalasi is the official legal tender in Gambia 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 Gambia currency or simply money in Gambia.
Is the Dalasi used anywhere else?
No — Gambia is the only country on this site using the Dalasi as its official currency.
Practical money tips for Gambia
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Dalasi 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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Gambia in context
- Gambia covers 10,689 km², making it the 161st largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 1 country: Senegal.
- With 2,422,712 people, Gambia holds about 0.6% of the population of Western Africa.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Gambia is a member state of the United Nations.
Gambia currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Gambia?
The currency of Gambia is the Dalasi (currency code: GMD, symbol: D).
What is the currency code for Gambia?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Dalasi is GMD.
What is the Dalasi symbol?
The symbol for the Dalasi is D. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Gambia.
What currency is used in Gambia?
The official currency used in Gambia is the Dalasi (GMD).
Can I use US dollars in Gambia?
The official currency of Gambia is the Dalasi, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Dalasi and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Gambia?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 74.28 GMD and 1 GBP = 99.59 GMD. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Gambia?
Money in Gambia is called the Dalasi (GMD).
Do other countries use the Dalasi?
No — Gambia is the only country on this site using the Dalasi as its official currency.
What is the Gambian currency?
The Gambian currency is the Dalasi (GMD), the official money of Gambia.
What is the currency of the Republic of the Gambia?
The Republic of the Gambia is the formal name of Gambia. Its currency is the Dalasi (GMD).
How much is 100 GMD in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 GMD is about 1.3462 USD or 1.0042 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Dalasi?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 7,428 GMD.
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