AFN · AFN
Afghan Afghani (AFN)
The Afghan Afghani (AFN) is the official currency of Afghanistan. This page provides an overview of its history, denominations, and role in the economy.
Convert this currency
Converted amount
0.0152 USD
Exchange rate
1 AFN = 0.015218 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
Source
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AFN · Afghan Afghani
Afghan Afghani (AFN): Overview, History, and Usage
The Afghan Afghani (AFN) is the national currency of Afghanistan, issued by Da Afghanistan Bank, the country's central bank. The currency is subdivided into 100 puls, although coins are rarely used due to low value. The Afghani has undergone several changes since its introduction, reflecting the country's complex political and economic history.
Historically, the Afghani was first introduced in 1925, replacing the Afghan rupee. Over the decades, the currency has experienced periods of instability, including hyperinflation and the introduction of new banknotes. The current version of the Afghani, denoted as AFN, was introduced in 2002 following the fall of the Taliban regime, as part of efforts to stabilize the economy.
Today, the Afghani is used for all transactions within Afghanistan, from daily purchases to larger financial dealings. Its exchange rate is determined by market forces, though the central bank occasionally intervenes. The currency plays a vital role in the daily lives of Afghans and is a symbol of national sovereignty.
- Code
- AFN
- Symbol
- AFN
- Current rate
- USD / AFN
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
Introduced in 2002, replacing the old afghani at a rate of 1 new afghani = 1000 old afghanis.
- Official name
- Afghan Afghani
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Afghanistan
- Decimal places
- 2
- Minor unit
- Pul · 1 AFN = 100 Pul
- Countries
- Afghanistan
- Issuing authority
- Da Afghanistan Bank
- Central bank
- Da Afghanistan Bank · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Managed float
Common banknotes
1 Afghani · 2 Afghanis · 5 Afghanis · 10 Afghanis · 20 Afghanis · 50 Afghanis · 100 Afghanis · 500 Afghanis · 1000 Afghanis
Common coins
1 Afghani · 2 Afghanis · 5 Afghanis · 10 Afghanis · 20 Afghanis
Also known as
Afghani · Afghan Afghani · AFN · ؋
Practical notes
- The Afghani is issued by Da Afghanistan Bank.
- Banknotes are printed in various denominations, with the 1000 Afghani note being the highest.
Priority currency pairs
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Afghan Afghani questions
What is the AFN exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/AFN. It can change throughout the day.
How can I convert AFN online?
Use the converter above to calculate indicative amounts between AFN and the other supported currencies.