What Currency Does Iraq Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 1,310 IQD
1 GBP ≈ 1,756 IQD
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
IQD converter
100 IQD ≈ 0.0763 USD
Iraqi dinar conversion table
| Amount | USD → IQD | GBP → IQD | EUR → IQD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,310 | 1,756 | 1,497 |
| 5 | 6,551 | 8,782 | 7,483 |
| 10 | 13,102 | 17,564 | 14,965 |
| 20 | 26,204 | 35,128 | 29,930 |
| 50 | 65,509 | 87,821 | 74,825 |
| 100 | 131,019 | 175,642 | 149,650 |
| 500 | 655,093 | 878,212 | 748,250 |
| 1,000 | 1,310,186 | 1,756,425 | 1,496,500 |
| IQD | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0008 | 0.0006 | 0.0007 |
| 5 | 0.0038 | 0.0028 | 0.0033 |
| 10 | 0.0076 | 0.0057 | 0.0067 |
| 20 | 0.0153 | 0.0114 | 0.0134 |
| 50 | 0.0382 | 0.0285 | 0.0334 |
| 100 | 0.0763 | 0.0569 | 0.0668 |
| 500 | 0.3816 | 0.2847 | 0.3341 |
| 1,000 | 0.7633 | 0.5693 | 0.6682 |
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 IQD is worth about 0.0008 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Iraqi dinar ranks 118th 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 Iraq? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Iraqi dinar spending.
What is money called in Iraq?
Money in Iraq is called the Iraqi dinar — its ISO 4217 currency code is IQD, and its symbol is ع.د. The Iraqi dinar is the official legal tender in Iraq 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 Iraq currency or simply money in Iraq.
Is the Iraqi dinar used anywhere else?
No — Iraq is the only country on this site using the Iraqi dinar as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other dinar currencies
Several currencies carry the name “dinar”, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The Iraqi dinar (IQD) is the currency of Iraq.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Algerian dinar | DZD | Algeria | 133.13 |
| Bahraini dinar | BHD | Bahrain | 0.376 |
| Jordanian dinar | JOD | Jordan | 0.709 |
| Kuwaiti dinar | KWD | Kuwait | 0.3093 |
| Libyan dinar | LYD | Libya | 6.4051 |
| Serbian dinar | RSD | Serbia | 102.65 |
| Tunisian dinar | TND | Tunisia | 2.9482 |
Practical money tips for Iraq
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Iraqi dinar 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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Iraq in context
- Iraq covers 438,317 km², making it the 58th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 6 countries: Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey.
- With 46,118,793 people, Iraq holds about 15.3% of the population of Western Asia.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Sunday.
- Iraq is a member state of the United Nations.
Iraq currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Iraq?
The currency of Iraq is the Iraqi dinar (currency code: IQD, symbol: ع.د).
What is the currency code for Iraq?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Iraqi dinar is IQD.
What is the Iraqi dinar symbol?
The symbol for the Iraqi dinar is ع.د. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Iraq.
What currency is used in Iraq?
The official currency used in Iraq is the Iraqi dinar (IQD).
Can I use US dollars in Iraq?
The official currency of Iraq is the Iraqi dinar, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Iraqi dinar and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Iraq?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 1,310 IQD and 1 GBP = 1,756 IQD. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Iraq?
Money in Iraq is called the Iraqi dinar (IQD).
Do other countries use the Iraqi dinar?
No — Iraq is the only country on this site using the Iraqi dinar as its official currency.
What is the Iraqi currency?
The Iraqi currency is the Iraqi dinar (IQD), the official money of Iraq.
What is the currency of the Republic of Iraq?
The Republic of Iraq is the formal name of Iraq. Its currency is the Iraqi dinar (IQD).
How much is 100 IQD in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 IQD is about 0.0763 USD or 0.0569 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Iraqi dinar?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 131,019 IQD.
Is the Iraqi dinar the same as other dinar currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The Iraqi dinar is IQD; others include Algerian dinar (DZD), Bahraini dinar (BHD), Jordanian dinar (JOD), Kuwaiti dinar (KWD).
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