Iran (Islamic Republic Of) Money

Currency

Iranian Rial (IRR; symbol Rs) = 100 dinars. Notes are in denominations of Rs50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5,000, 2,000, 1,000, 500, 200 and 100. Coins are in denominations of Rs500, 250, 100 and 50.

Currency Exchange

It is advisable to bring hard currency for exchange purposes.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

MasterCard is accepted in some places, but credit cards should not be relied on as the sole means of payment. Be aware that if the card was issued in the USA, it may not be usable due to the US trade embargo. There are no ATMs.

Traveller's Cheques

It is not possible to exchange traveller's cheques.

Currency Restrictions

Restrictions apply.

Banking Hours

Sat-Wed 0730-1330, Thurs 0730-1230.

Exchange Rate Indicators

1.00 GBP = 16628 IRR
1.00 USD = 9899.98 IRR
1.00 EUR = 14834.1 IRR
Currency conversion rates as of10 November 2009
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