What Currency Does Namibia Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 16.32 NAD
1 GBP ≈ 21.88 NAD
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
NAD converter
100 NAD ≈ 6.1281 USD
Namibian dollar conversion table
| Amount | USD → NAD | GBP → NAD | EUR → NAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16.32 | 21.88 | 18.64 |
| 5 | 81.59 | 109.38 | 93.19 |
| 10 | 163.18 | 218.76 | 186.39 |
| 20 | 326.37 | 437.53 | 372.78 |
| 50 | 815.92 | 1,094 | 931.95 |
| 100 | 1,632 | 2,188 | 1,864 |
| 500 | 8,159 | 10,938 | 9,319 |
| 1,000 | 16,318 | 21,876 | 18,639 |
| NAD | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0613 | 0.0457 | 0.0537 |
| 5 | 0.3064 | 0.2286 | 0.2683 |
| 10 | 0.6128 | 0.4571 | 0.5365 |
| 20 | 1.2256 | 0.9142 | 1.073 |
| 50 | 3.064 | 2.2856 | 2.6826 |
| 100 | 6.1281 | 4.5712 | 5.3651 |
| 500 | 30.64 | 22.86 | 26.83 |
| 1,000 | 61.28 | 45.71 | 53.65 |
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 NAD is worth about 0.0613 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Namibian dollar ranks 55th 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 Namibia? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Namibian dollar spending.
What is money called in Namibia?
Money in Namibia is called the Namibian dollar — its ISO 4217 currency code is NAD, and its symbol is $. The Namibian dollar is the official legal tender in Namibia 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 Namibia currency or simply money in Namibia.
Is the Namibian dollar used anywhere else?
No — Namibia is the only country on this site using the Namibian 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 Namibian dollar (NAD) is the currency of Namibia.
| 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 |
| Guyanese dollar | GYD | Guyana | 209.26 |
| Jamaican dollar | JMD | Jamaica | 158.64 |
| Liberian dollar | LRD | Liberia | 181.37 |
Practical money tips for Namibia
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Namibian 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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Namibia in context
- Namibia covers 825,615 km², making it the 33rd largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 4 countries: Angola, Botswana, South Africa, Zambia.
- With 3,022,401 people, Namibia holds about 3.4% of the population of Southern Africa.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Namibia is a member state of the United Nations.
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Namibia currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Namibia?
The currency of Namibia is the Namibian dollar (currency code: NAD, symbol: $).
What is the currency code for Namibia?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Namibian dollar is NAD.
What is the Namibian dollar symbol?
The symbol for the Namibian dollar is $. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Namibia.
What currency is used in Namibia?
The official currency used in Namibia is the Namibian dollar (NAD).
Can I use US dollars in Namibia?
The official currency of Namibia is the Namibian 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 Namibian dollar and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Namibia?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 16.32 NAD and 1 GBP = 21.88 NAD. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
Is the Namibian dollar the only currency used in Namibia?
The South African rand (ZAR) is accepted alongside the Namibian dollar and is valued at par.
What is money called in Namibia?
Money in Namibia is called the Namibian dollar (NAD).
Do other countries use the Namibian dollar?
No — Namibia is the only country on this site using the Namibian dollar as its official currency.
What is the Namibian currency?
The Namibian currency is the Namibian dollar (NAD), the official money of Namibia.
What is the currency of the Republic of Namibia?
The Republic of Namibia is the formal name of Namibia. Its currency is the Namibian dollar (NAD).
How much is 100 NAD in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 NAD is about 6.1281 USD or 4.5712 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Namibian dollar?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 1,632 NAD.
Is the Namibian 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 Namibian dollar is NAD; others include Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), Australian dollar (AUD), Bahamian dollar (BSD), Barbadian dollar (BBD).
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