What Currency Does Guyana Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 209.26 GYD
1 GBP ≈ 280.54 GYD
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
GYD converter
100 GYD ≈ 0.4779 USD
Guyanese dollar conversion table
| Amount | USD → GYD | GBP → GYD | EUR → GYD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 209.26 | 280.54 | 239.02 |
| 5 | 1,046 | 1,403 | 1,195 |
| 10 | 2,093 | 2,805 | 2,390 |
| 20 | 4,185 | 5,611 | 4,780 |
| 50 | 10,463 | 14,027 | 11,951 |
| 100 | 20,926 | 28,054 | 23,902 |
| 500 | 104,631 | 140,268 | 119,510 |
| 1,000 | 209,262 | 280,535 | 239,020 |
| GYD | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0048 | 0.0036 | 0.0042 |
| 5 | 0.0239 | 0.0178 | 0.0209 |
| 10 | 0.0478 | 0.0356 | 0.0418 |
| 20 | 0.0956 | 0.0713 | 0.0837 |
| 50 | 0.2389 | 0.1782 | 0.2092 |
| 100 | 0.4779 | 0.3565 | 0.4184 |
| 500 | 2.3893 | 1.7823 | 2.0919 |
| 1,000 | 4.7787 | 3.5646 | 4.1837 |
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 GYD is worth about 0.0048 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Guyanese dollar ranks 102nd 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 Guyana? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Guyanese dollar spending.
What is money called in Guyana?
Money in Guyana is called the Guyanese dollar — its ISO 4217 currency code is GYD, and its symbol is $. The Guyanese dollar is the official legal tender in Guyana 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 Guyana currency or simply money in Guyana.
Is the Guyanese dollar used anywhere else?
No — Guyana is the only country on this site using the Guyanese 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 Guyanese dollar (GYD) is the currency of Guyana.
| 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 |
| Bahamian dollar | BSD | Bahamas | 1 |
| 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 |
| Jamaican dollar | JMD | Jamaica | 158.64 |
| Liberian dollar | LRD | Liberia | 181.37 |
| Namibian dollar | NAD | Namibia | 16.32 |
Practical money tips for Guyana
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Guyanese 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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Guyana in context
- Guyana covers 214,969 km², making it the 83rd largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 3 countries: Brazil, Suriname, Venezuela.
- With 772,975 people, Guyana holds about 0.2% of the population of South America.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Guyana is a member state of the United Nations.
Guyana currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Guyana?
The currency of Guyana is the Guyanese dollar (currency code: GYD, symbol: $).
What is the currency code for Guyana?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Guyanese dollar is GYD.
What is the Guyanese dollar symbol?
The symbol for the Guyanese dollar is $. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Guyana.
What currency is used in Guyana?
The official currency used in Guyana is the Guyanese dollar (GYD).
Can I use US dollars in Guyana?
The official currency of Guyana is the Guyanese 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 Guyanese dollar and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Guyana?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 209.26 GYD and 1 GBP = 280.54 GYD. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Guyana?
Money in Guyana is called the Guyanese dollar (GYD).
Do other countries use the Guyanese dollar?
No — Guyana is the only country on this site using the Guyanese dollar as its official currency.
What is the Guyanese currency?
The Guyanese currency is the Guyanese dollar (GYD), the official money of Guyana.
What is the currency of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana?
The Co-operative Republic of Guyana is the formal name of Guyana. Its currency is the Guyanese dollar (GYD).
How much is 100 GYD in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 GYD is about 0.4779 USD or 0.3565 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Guyanese dollar?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 20,926 GYD.
Is the Guyanese 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 Guyanese dollar is GYD; others include Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), Australian dollar (AUD), Bahamian dollar (BSD), Barbadian dollar (BBD).
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