What Currency Does Iran Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD β 1,194,796 IRR
1 GBP β 1,601,734 IRR
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
IRR converter
100 IRR β 0.0001 USD
Iranian rial conversion table
| Amount | USD β IRR | GBP β IRR | EUR β IRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,194,796 | 1,601,734 | 1,364,701 |
| 5 | 5,973,978 | 8,008,668 | 6,823,504 |
| 10 | 11,947,956 | 16,017,336 | 13,647,008 |
| 20 | 23,895,911 | 32,034,672 | 27,294,016 |
| 50 | 59,739,778 | 80,086,680 | 68,235,041 |
| 100 | 119,479,556 | 160,173,360 | 136,470,081 |
| 500 | 597,397,781 | 800,866,801 | 682,350,406 |
| 1,000 | 1,194,795,561 | 1,601,733,602 | 1,364,700,812 |
| IRR | β USD | β GBP | β EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 100 | 0.0001 | 0.0001 | 0.0001 |
| 500 | 0.0004 | 0.0003 | 0.0004 |
| 1,000 | 0.0008 | 0.0006 | 0.0007 |
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 IRR is worth about 0 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Iranian rial ranks 141st by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength β it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
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Travelling to Iran? Avoid poor airport exchange rates β a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Iranian rial spending.
What is money called in Iran?
Money in Iran is called the Iranian rial β its ISO 4217 currency code is IRR, and its symbol is ο·Ό. The Iranian rial is the official legal tender in Iran and is used for all everyday transactions β 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 Iran currency or simply money in Iran.
Is the Iranian rial used anywhere else?
No β Iran is the only country on this site using the Iranian rial as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other rial/riyal currencies
Several currencies carry the name βrial/riyalβ, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The Iranian rial (IRR) is the currency of Iran.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omani rial | OMR | Oman | 0.3845 |
| Qatari riyal | QAR | Qatar | 3.64 |
| Saudi riyal | SAR | Saudi Arabia | 3.75 |
| Yemeni rial | YER | Yemen | 238.08 |
Practical money tips for Iran
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Iranian rial in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees β many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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Iran in context
- Iran covers 1,648,195 kmΒ², making it the 17th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 7 countries: Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan.
- With 85,961,000 people, Iran holds about 4.3% of the population of Southern Asia.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Saturday.
- Iran is a member state of the United Nations.
Iran currency β FAQ
What is the currency of Iran?
The currency of Iran is the Iranian rial (currency code: IRR, symbol: ο·Ό).
What is the currency code for Iran?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Iranian rial is IRR.
What is the Iranian rial symbol?
The symbol for the Iranian rial is ο·Ό. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Iran.
What currency is used in Iran?
The official currency used in Iran is the Iranian rial (IRR).
Can I use US dollars in Iran?
The official currency of Iran is the Iranian rial, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Iranian rial and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Iran?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 1,194,796 IRR and 1 GBP = 1,601,734 IRR. Rates change daily β always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Iran?
Money in Iran is called the Iranian rial (IRR).
Do other countries use the Iranian rial?
No β Iran is the only country on this site using the Iranian rial as its official currency.
What is the Iranian currency?
The Iranian currency is the Iranian rial (IRR), the official money of Iran.
What is the currency of the Islamic Republic of Iran?
The Islamic Republic of Iran is the formal name of Iran. Its currency is the Iranian rial (IRR).
How much is 100 IRR in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 IRR is about 0.0001 USD or 0.0001 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Iranian rial?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 119,479,556 IRR.
Is the Iranian rial the same as other rial/riyal currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The Iranian rial is IRR; others include Omani rial (OMR), Qatari riyal (QAR), Saudi riyal (SAR), Yemeni rial (YER).
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