Gambian Currency

Travelling to Gambia and needs to know the name of the Gambian money unit or just want to know how much is $10 US dollars in Gambian currency?

Use the links on this page to find out more about the local money used in Gambia, currency symbol, notes and more.


Gambian Currency Info


Gambian Currency Exchange Rate Today

Gambia Money

  • The local money used in Gambia is Dalasi.

  • The currency symbol of the Gambian money is D.

  • The Gambian currency code is GMD.

  • The Dalasi Notes: The Gambian currency notes are made up of 5, 10, 25, 50, 100 dalasis.

  • The Dalasi Coins: 1 Dalasi is made up of 100 Bututs. Gambian Butut Coins go from 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 bututs, 1 dalasi.

What is the best currency to use in Gambia? obviously it is best to convert your currency to Gambian money and use the local Dalasi as it is accepted everywhere in Gambia. US dollars and other major currencies like Stirling Pound or Japanese Yen are not readily accepted in most business establishments, however some major hotel chains, restaurants and shops may accept US dollars at an agreed upon exchange rate.

Are credit cards widely accepted in Gambia? Major credit cards, like Mastercard and Visa, are generally accepted within Gambia (at hotels, restaurants, shops, travel agencies etc.). American Express is less common and can attract surcharges if you are able to use in an establishment - hence check before you use it.

What is the exchange rate for Dalasi to US Dollars?

Exchange rates for foreign currencies are often changing and in most days by the minute.

It’s wise to check the today's money exchange rate for US Dollar to Gambian Dalasi before purchasing the Dalasi you require for your next trip from American Dollar to Dalasi Exchange Rate Today.

What is the exchange rate for Dalasi to Stirling Pound?

Exchange rates for foreign currencies are often changing and in most cases minute by minute.

Therefore it's important to ask for the the latest money exchange rate for Stirling Pound to Gambian Dalasi before buying the Dalasi you need for your up coming trip at Stirling Pound to Dalasi Exchange Rate Today.