Yemeni Currency

Visiting Yemen and needs to know the name of the Yemeni money unit or just need to know how much is $1000 US dollars in Yemeni currency?

Use the links on this page to understand more about the local money used in Yemen, currency symbol, notes and more.


Yemeni Currency Info


Yemeni Currency Exchange Rate Today

Yemen Money

  • The official money used in Yemen is Rial.

  • The currency symbol of the Yemeni money is .

  • The Yemeni currency code is YER.

  • The Rial Notes: The Yemeni currency notes are made up of 50, 100, 200, 250, 500, 1000 rials.

  • The Rial Coins: 1 Rial is made up of 100 Filss. Yemeni Fils Coins go from 1, 5, 10, 20 rials.

What is the best currency to use in Yemen? Naturally it is best to convert your currency to Yemeni money and use the local Rial as it is accepted everywhere in Yemen. American dollars and other major currencies like British 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 Yemen? Popular credit cards, like Mastercard and Visa, are generally accepted within Yemen (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?

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

It’s wise to check the current currency exchange rate for US Dollar to Yemeni Rial before purchasing the Rial you need for your up coming trip from 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 days minute by minute.

It’s wise to ask for the the today's money exchange rate for British Pound to Yemeni Rial before buying the Rial you need for your up coming trip from British Pound to Rial Exchange Rate Today.