What Currency Does Zimbabwe Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 26.72 ZWL
1 GBP ≈ 35.82 ZWL
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
ZWL converter
100 ZWL ≈ 3.7431 USD
Zimbabwean dollar conversion table
| Amount | USD → ZWL | GBP → ZWL | EUR → ZWL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26.72 | 35.82 | 30.52 |
| 5 | 133.58 | 179.08 | 152.58 |
| 10 | 267.16 | 358.15 | 305.15 |
| 20 | 534.32 | 716.30 | 610.30 |
| 50 | 1,336 | 1,791 | 1,526 |
| 100 | 2,672 | 3,582 | 3,052 |
| 500 | 13,358 | 17,908 | 15,258 |
| 1,000 | 26,716 | 35,815 | 30,515 |
| ZWL | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0374 | 0.0279 | 0.0328 |
| 5 | 0.1872 | 0.1396 | 0.1639 |
| 10 | 0.3743 | 0.2792 | 0.3277 |
| 20 | 0.7486 | 0.5584 | 0.6554 |
| 50 | 1.8715 | 1.3961 | 1.6385 |
| 100 | 3.7431 | 2.7921 | 3.2771 |
| 500 | 18.72 | 13.96 | 16.39 |
| 1,000 | 37.43 | 27.92 | 32.77 |
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 ZWL is worth about 0.0374 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Zimbabwean dollar ranks 64th 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 Zimbabwe? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Zimbabwean dollar spending.
What is money called in Zimbabwe?
Money in Zimbabwe is called the Zimbabwean dollar — its ISO 4217 currency code is ZWL, and its symbol is $. The Zimbabwean dollar is the official legal tender in Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe currency or simply money in Zimbabwe.
Is the Zimbabwean dollar used anywhere else?
No — Zimbabwe is the only country on this site using the Zimbabwean 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 Zimbabwean dollar (ZWL) is the currency of Zimbabwe.
| 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 Zimbabwe
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Zimbabwean 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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Zimbabwe in context
- Zimbabwe covers 390,757 km², making it the 60th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 4 countries: Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa, Zambia.
- Zimbabwe is landlocked, with no direct coastline.
- With 17,073,087 people, Zimbabwe holds about 19.2% of the population of Southern Africa.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Zimbabwe is a member state of the United Nations.
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Zimbabwe currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Zimbabwe?
The currency of Zimbabwe is the Zimbabwean dollar (currency code: ZWL, symbol: $).
What is the currency code for Zimbabwe?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Zimbabwean dollar is ZWL.
What is the Zimbabwean dollar symbol?
The symbol for the Zimbabwean dollar is $. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Zimbabwe.
What currency is used in Zimbabwe?
The official currency used in Zimbabwe is the Zimbabwean dollar (ZWL).
Can I use US dollars in Zimbabwe?
The official currency of Zimbabwe is the Zimbabwean 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 Zimbabwean dollar and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Zimbabwe?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 26.72 ZWL and 1 GBP = 35.82 ZWL. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Zimbabwe?
Money in Zimbabwe is called the Zimbabwean dollar (ZWL).
Do other countries use the Zimbabwean dollar?
No — Zimbabwe is the only country on this site using the Zimbabwean dollar as its official currency.
What is the Zimbabwean currency?
The Zimbabwean currency is the Zimbabwean dollar (ZWL), the official money of Zimbabwe.
What is the currency of the Republic of Zimbabwe?
The Republic of Zimbabwe is the formal name of Zimbabwe. Its currency is the Zimbabwean dollar (ZWL).
How much is 100 ZWL in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 ZWL is about 3.7431 USD or 2.7921 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Zimbabwean dollar?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 2,672 ZWL.
Is the Zimbabwean 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 Zimbabwean dollar is ZWL; others include Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), Australian dollar (AUD), Bahamian dollar (BSD), Barbadian dollar (BBD).
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