What Currency Does Libya Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 6.4051 LYD
1 GBP ≈ 8.5867 LYD
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
LYD converter
100 LYD ≈ 15.61 USD
Libyan dinar conversion table
| Amount | USD → LYD | GBP → LYD | EUR → LYD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6.4051 | 8.5867 | 7.3159 |
| 5 | 32.03 | 42.93 | 36.58 |
| 10 | 64.05 | 85.87 | 73.16 |
| 20 | 128.10 | 171.73 | 146.32 |
| 50 | 320.25 | 429.34 | 365.80 |
| 100 | 640.51 | 858.67 | 731.59 |
| 500 | 3,203 | 4,293 | 3,658 |
| 1,000 | 6,405 | 8,587 | 7,316 |
| LYD | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.1561 | 0.1165 | 0.1367 |
| 5 | 0.7806 | 0.5823 | 0.6834 |
| 10 | 1.5613 | 1.1646 | 1.3669 |
| 20 | 3.1225 | 2.3292 | 2.7338 |
| 50 | 7.8063 | 5.823 | 6.8344 |
| 100 | 15.61 | 11.65 | 13.67 |
| 500 | 78.06 | 58.23 | 68.34 |
| 1,000 | 156.13 | 116.46 | 136.69 |
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 LYD is worth about 0.1561 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Libyan dinar ranks 37th 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 Libya? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Libyan dinar spending.
What is money called in Libya?
Money in Libya is called the Libyan dinar — its ISO 4217 currency code is LYD, and its symbol is ل.د. The Libyan dinar is the official legal tender in Libya 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 Libya currency or simply money in Libya.
Is the Libyan dinar used anywhere else?
No — Libya is the only country on this site using the Libyan 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 Libyan dinar (LYD) is the currency of Libya.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Algerian dinar | DZD | Algeria | 133.13 |
| Bahraini dinar | BHD | Bahrain | 0.376 |
| Iraqi dinar | IQD | Iraq | 1,310 |
| Jordanian dinar | JOD | Jordan | 0.709 |
| Kuwaiti dinar | KWD | Kuwait | 0.3093 |
| Serbian dinar | RSD | Serbia | 102.65 |
| Tunisian dinar | TND | Tunisia | 2.9482 |
Practical money tips for Libya
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Libyan 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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Libya in context
- Libya covers 1,759,540 km², making it the 16th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 6 countries: Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Niger, Sudan, Tunisia.
- With 7,459,000 people, Libya holds about 2.8% of the population of Northern Africa.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Sunday.
- Libya is a member state of the United Nations.
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Libya currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Libya?
The currency of Libya is the Libyan dinar (currency code: LYD, symbol: ل.د).
What is the currency code for Libya?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Libyan dinar is LYD.
What is the Libyan dinar symbol?
The symbol for the Libyan dinar is ل.د. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Libya.
What currency is used in Libya?
The official currency used in Libya is the Libyan dinar (LYD).
Can I use US dollars in Libya?
The official currency of Libya is the Libyan 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 Libyan dinar and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Libya?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 6.4051 LYD and 1 GBP = 8.5867 LYD. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Libya?
Money in Libya is called the Libyan dinar (LYD).
Do other countries use the Libyan dinar?
No — Libya is the only country on this site using the Libyan dinar as its official currency.
What is the Libyan currency?
The Libyan currency is the Libyan dinar (LYD), the official money of Libya.
What is the currency of the State of Libya?
The State of Libya is the formal name of Libya. Its currency is the Libyan dinar (LYD).
How much is 100 LYD in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 LYD is about 15.61 USD or 11.65 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Libyan dinar?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 640.51 LYD.
Is the Libyan 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 Libyan dinar is LYD; others include Algerian dinar (DZD), Bahraini dinar (BHD), Iraqi dinar (IQD), Jordanian dinar (JOD).
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