Iranian Currency

Going on a trip to Iran and needs to know the name of the Iranian money unit or just want to know what is the exchange rate for $5 American dollars in Iranian currency?

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


Iranian Currency Info


Iranian Currency Exchange Rate Today

Iran Money

  • The local money used in Iran is Rial.

  • The currency symbol of the Iranian money is .

  • The Iranian currency code is IRR.

  • The Rial Notes: The Iranian currency notes are made up of 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10 000, 20 000, 50 000, 100 000 rials.

  • The Rial Coins: 1 Rial is made up of 100 Dinars. Iranian Dinar Coins go from 50, 100, 250, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000 rials.

What is the best currency to use in Iran? Naturally it is best to convert your currency to Iranian money and use the local Rial as it is accepted everywhere in Iran. American dollars and other major currencies like Stirling Pound or Swiss Franc 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 Iran? Major credit cards, like Mastercard and Visa, are generally accepted within Iran (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 - therefore check before you use it.

What is the exchange rate for Rial to US Dollars?

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

Therefore it's wise to ask for the the today's money exchange rate for US Dollar to Iranian Rial before purchasing the Rial you need for your up coming trip at American Dollar to Rial Exchange Rate Today.

What is the exchange rate for Rial to Stirling Pound?

Foreign exchange rates are always changing and in most cases minute by minute.

It’s wise to check the latest currency exchange rate for Stirling Pound to Iranian Rial before buying the Rial you need for your next trip at Stirling Pound to Rial Exchange Rate Today.