Swaziland Money

Currency

Lilangeni (SZL; symbol E) = 100 cents. The plural of Lilangeni is Emalangeni. Notes are in denominations of E200, 100, 50, 20 and 10. Coins are in denominations of E5, 2 and 1, and 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.

The South African Rand is also accepted as legal tender (E1 = 1 Rand) so if coming from South Africa, there's no need to change money.

Currency Exchange

Visitors are advised to exchange Emalangeni back into their own currency (or into South African Rand) before leaving Swaziland.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

Only a few ATMs accept international credit/debit cards. American Express, MasterCard and Visa are accepted at hotels and upmarket shops and restaurants.

Traveller's Cheques

Widely accepted. Several banks will exchange travellers cheques, but to avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take them in Euros, Pounds Sterling or US Dollars.

Banking Hours

Mon-Fri 0830-1430, Sat 0830-1100.

Exchange Rate Indicators

Date Apr 09
£1.00= SZL13.49
$1.00= SZL9.05
€1.00= SZL12.02
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