What Currency Does United Arab Emirates Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 3.6725 AED
1 GBP ≈ 4.9233 AED
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
AED converter
100 AED ≈ 27.23 USD
United Arab Emirates dirham conversion table
| Amount | USD → AED | GBP → AED | EUR → AED |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.6725 | 4.9233 | 4.1947 |
| 5 | 18.36 | 24.62 | 20.97 |
| 10 | 36.73 | 49.23 | 41.95 |
| 20 | 73.45 | 98.47 | 83.89 |
| 50 | 183.62 | 246.17 | 209.74 |
| 100 | 367.25 | 492.33 | 419.47 |
| 500 | 1,836 | 2,462 | 2,097 |
| 1,000 | 3,672 | 4,923 | 4,195 |
| AED | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.2723 | 0.2031 | 0.2384 |
| 5 | 1.3615 | 1.0156 | 1.192 |
| 10 | 2.7229 | 2.0312 | 2.3839 |
| 20 | 5.4459 | 4.0623 | 4.7679 |
| 50 | 13.61 | 10.16 | 11.92 |
| 100 | 27.23 | 20.31 | 23.84 |
| 500 | 136.15 | 101.56 | 119.20 |
| 1,000 | 272.29 | 203.12 | 238.39 |
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 AED is worth about 0.2723 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the United Arab Emirates dirham ranks 30th 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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What is money called in United Arab Emirates?
Money in United Arab Emirates is called the United Arab Emirates dirham — its ISO 4217 currency code is AED, and its symbol is د.إ. The United Arab Emirates dirham is the official legal tender in United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates currency or simply money in United Arab Emirates. The United Arab Emirates dirham is subdivided into 100 fils, though small-denomination coins may not always be in everyday circulation.
Is the United Arab Emirates dirham used anywhere else?
No — United Arab Emirates is the only country on this site using the United Arab Emirates dirham as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other dirham currencies
Several currencies carry the name “dirham”, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) is the currency of United Arab Emirates.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moroccan dirham | MAD | Morocco | 9.3302 |
Practical money tips for United Arab Emirates
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some United Arab Emirates dirham 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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United Arab Emirates in context
- United Arab Emirates covers 83,600 km², making it the 113th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 2 countries: Oman, Saudi Arabia.
- With 11,294,243 people, United Arab Emirates holds about 3.7% of the population of Western Asia.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Sunday.
- United Arab Emirates is a member state of the United Nations.
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United Arab Emirates currency — FAQ
What is the currency of United Arab Emirates?
The currency of United Arab Emirates is the United Arab Emirates dirham (currency code: AED, symbol: د.إ).
What is the currency code for United Arab Emirates?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the United Arab Emirates dirham is AED.
What is the United Arab Emirates dirham symbol?
The symbol for the United Arab Emirates dirham is د.إ. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout United Arab Emirates.
What currency is used in United Arab Emirates?
The official currency used in United Arab Emirates is the United Arab Emirates dirham (AED).
Can I use US dollars in United Arab Emirates?
The official currency of United Arab Emirates is the United Arab Emirates dirham, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in United Arab Emirates dirham and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for United Arab Emirates?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 3.6725 AED and 1 GBP = 4.9233 AED. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in United Arab Emirates?
Money in United Arab Emirates is called the United Arab Emirates dirham (AED).
Do other countries use the United Arab Emirates dirham?
No — United Arab Emirates is the only country on this site using the United Arab Emirates dirham as its official currency.
What is the Emirati currency?
The Emirati currency is the United Arab Emirates dirham (AED), the official money of United Arab Emirates.
How much is 100 AED in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 AED is about 27.23 USD or 20.31 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in United Arab Emirates dirham?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 367.25 AED.
Is the United Arab Emirates dirham the same as other dirham currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The United Arab Emirates dirham is AED; others include Moroccan dirham (MAD).
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