What Currency Does Sudan Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 509.37 SDG
1 GBP ≈ 682.85 SDG
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
SDG converter
100 SDG ≈ 0.1963 USD
Sudanese pound conversion table
| Amount | USD → SDG | GBP → SDG | EUR → SDG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 509.37 | 682.85 | 581.80 |
| 5 | 2,547 | 3,414 | 2,909 |
| 10 | 5,094 | 6,829 | 5,818 |
| 20 | 10,187 | 13,657 | 11,636 |
| 50 | 25,468 | 34,143 | 29,090 |
| 100 | 50,937 | 68,285 | 58,180 |
| 500 | 254,684 | 341,427 | 290,901 |
| 1,000 | 509,368 | 682,855 | 581,802 |
| SDG | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.002 | 0.0015 | 0.0017 |
| 5 | 0.0098 | 0.0073 | 0.0086 |
| 10 | 0.0196 | 0.0146 | 0.0172 |
| 20 | 0.0393 | 0.0293 | 0.0344 |
| 50 | 0.0982 | 0.0732 | 0.0859 |
| 100 | 0.1963 | 0.1464 | 0.1719 |
| 500 | 0.9816 | 0.7322 | 0.8594 |
| 1,000 | 1.9632 | 1.4644 | 1.7188 |
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 SDG is worth about 0.002 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Sudanese pound ranks 111th 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 Sudan? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Sudanese pound spending.
What is money called in Sudan?
Money in Sudan is called the Sudanese pound — its ISO 4217 currency code is SDG, and its symbol is ج.س. The Sudanese pound is the official legal tender in Sudan 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 Sudan currency or simply money in Sudan.
Is the Sudanese pound used anywhere else?
No — Sudan is the only country on this site using the Sudanese pound as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other pound currencies
Several currencies carry the name “pound”, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The Sudanese pound (SDG) is the currency of Sudan.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Egyptian pound | EGP | Egypt | 49.62 |
| Lebanese pound | LBP | Lebanon | 89,500 |
| South Sudanese pound | SSP | South Sudan | 4,787 |
| Syrian pound | SYP | Syria | 121.87 |
| British pound | GBP | United Kingdom | 0.7459 |
Practical money tips for Sudan
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Sudanese pound 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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Sudan in context
- Sudan covers 1,886,068 km², making it the 15th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 7 countries: Central African Republic, Chad, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Libya, South Sudan.
- With 51,662,000 people, Sudan holds about 19.7% of the population of Northern Africa.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Sudan is a member state of the United Nations.
Sudan currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Sudan?
The currency of Sudan is the Sudanese pound (currency code: SDG, symbol: ج.س).
What is the currency code for Sudan?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Sudanese pound is SDG.
What is the Sudanese pound symbol?
The symbol for the Sudanese pound is ج.س. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Sudan.
What currency is used in Sudan?
The official currency used in Sudan is the Sudanese pound (SDG).
Can I use US dollars in Sudan?
The official currency of Sudan is the Sudanese pound, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Sudanese pound and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Sudan?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 509.37 SDG and 1 GBP = 682.85 SDG. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Sudan?
Money in Sudan is called the Sudanese pound (SDG).
Do other countries use the Sudanese pound?
No — Sudan is the only country on this site using the Sudanese pound as its official currency.
What is the Sudanese currency?
The Sudanese currency is the Sudanese pound (SDG), the official money of Sudan.
What is the currency of the Republic of the Sudan?
The Republic of the Sudan is the formal name of Sudan. Its currency is the Sudanese pound (SDG).
How much is 100 SDG in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 SDG is about 0.1963 USD or 0.1464 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Sudanese pound?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 50,937 SDG.
Is the Sudanese pound the same as other pound currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The Sudanese pound is SDG; others include Egyptian pound (EGP), Lebanese pound (LBP), South Sudanese pound (SSP), Syrian pound (SYP).
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