What Currency Does Lebanon Use?

The flag of Lebanon is composed of three horizontal bands of red, white and red. The white band is twice the height of the red bands and bears a green Lebanese Cedar tree at its center.
Currency of Lebanon Lebanese pound LBP · ل.ل

Exchange rate (approximate):

1 USD ≈ 89,500 LBP

1 GBP ≈ 119,983 LBP

Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.

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Lebanon uses the Lebanese pound (currency code: LBP, symbol: ل.ل).

Lebanon currency — FAQ

What is the currency of Lebanon?

Lebanon uses the Lebanese pound (LBP).

What is the Lebanese pound symbol?

The symbol for the Lebanese pound is ل.ل.

Can I use US dollars in Lebanon?

The official currency of Lebanon is the Lebanese pound. While USD may be accepted in some tourist areas, it is recommended to use local currency.

What is the exchange rate for Lebanon?

Approximately 1 USD = 89,500 LBP. Rates change daily — always check before travelling.

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