What Currency Does Suriname Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 37.70 SRD
1 GBP ≈ 50.54 SRD
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
SRD converter
100 SRD ≈ 2.6524 USD
Surinamese dollar conversion table
| Amount | USD → SRD | GBP → SRD | EUR → SRD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 37.70 | 50.54 | 43.06 |
| 5 | 188.51 | 252.71 | 215.31 |
| 10 | 377.01 | 505.42 | 430.62 |
| 20 | 754.02 | 1,011 | 861.25 |
| 50 | 1,885 | 2,527 | 2,153 |
| 100 | 3,770 | 5,054 | 4,306 |
| 500 | 18,851 | 25,271 | 21,531 |
| 1,000 | 37,701 | 50,542 | 43,062 |
| SRD | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0265 | 0.0198 | 0.0232 |
| 5 | 0.1326 | 0.0989 | 0.1161 |
| 10 | 0.2652 | 0.1979 | 0.2322 |
| 20 | 0.5305 | 0.3957 | 0.4644 |
| 50 | 1.3262 | 0.9893 | 1.1611 |
| 100 | 2.6524 | 1.9786 | 2.3222 |
| 500 | 13.26 | 9.8928 | 11.61 |
| 1,000 | 26.52 | 19.79 | 23.22 |
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 SRD is worth about 0.0265 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Surinamese dollar ranks 69th 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 Suriname? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Surinamese dollar spending.
What is money called in Suriname?
Money in Suriname is called the Surinamese dollar — its ISO 4217 currency code is SRD, and its symbol is $. The Surinamese dollar is the official legal tender in Suriname 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 Suriname currency or simply money in Suriname.
Is the Surinamese dollar used anywhere else?
No — Suriname is the only country on this site using the Surinamese 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 Surinamese dollar (SRD) is the currency of Suriname.
| 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 Suriname
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Surinamese 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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Suriname in context
- Suriname covers 163,820 km², making it the 90th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 2 countries: Brazil, Guyana.
- With 616,500 people, Suriname holds about 0.1% of the population of South America.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Suriname is a member state of the United Nations.
Suriname currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Suriname?
The currency of Suriname is the Surinamese dollar (currency code: SRD, symbol: $).
What is the currency code for Suriname?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Surinamese dollar is SRD.
What is the Surinamese dollar symbol?
The symbol for the Surinamese dollar is $. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Suriname.
What currency is used in Suriname?
The official currency used in Suriname is the Surinamese dollar (SRD).
Can I use US dollars in Suriname?
The official currency of Suriname is the Surinamese 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 Surinamese dollar and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Suriname?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 37.70 SRD and 1 GBP = 50.54 SRD. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Suriname?
Money in Suriname is called the Surinamese dollar (SRD).
Do other countries use the Surinamese dollar?
No — Suriname is the only country on this site using the Surinamese dollar as its official currency.
What is the Surinamer currency?
The Surinamer currency is the Surinamese dollar (SRD), the official money of Suriname.
What is the currency of the Republic of Suriname?
The Republic of Suriname is the formal name of Suriname. Its currency is the Surinamese dollar (SRD).
How much is 100 SRD in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 SRD is about 2.6524 USD or 1.9786 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Surinamese dollar?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 3,770 SRD.
Is the Surinamese 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 Surinamese dollar is SRD; others include Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), Australian dollar (AUD), Bahamian dollar (BSD), Barbadian dollar (BBD).
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