Libya Money

Currency

Libyan Dinar (LYD; symbol LD) = 1,000 dirhams. Notes are in denominations of LD20, 10, 5, 1, 1/2 and 1/4 dinars. Coins are in denominations of 100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1 dirhams and 1/2 and 1/4 dinars.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

Libya is a cash society. Credit cards are not widely used, although some are accepted in major hotels and banks. There are few reliable ATMs in Tripoli.

Traveller's Cheques

Traveller's cheques are generally not accepted.

Currency Restrictions

Restrictions apply.

Banking Hours

Sat-Thurs 0700-1400 and 1600-1800.

Exchange Rate Indicators

1.00 GBP = 2.02 LYD
1.00 USD = 1.2 LYD
1.00 EUR = 1.8 LYD
Currency conversion rates as of10 November 2009
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