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Barbadian Dollar (BBD)
The Barbados Dollar (BBD) is the official currency of Barbados, pegged to the US Dollar at a fixed rate of 2:1.
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Converted amount
0.5000 USD
Exchange rate
1 BBD = 0.500000 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
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BBD · Barbadian Dollar
Barbados Dollar (BBD) Overview
The Barbados Dollar (BBD) has been the official currency of Barbados since 1973, replacing the East Caribbean Dollar. It is issued by the Central Bank of Barbados and is subdivided into 100 cents. The currency is pegged to the US Dollar at a fixed rate of BBD 2 = USD 1, a policy that has provided stability for the island's economy, which relies heavily on tourism and international trade.
The peg to the US Dollar simplifies transactions for visitors and businesses, as the exchange rate is predictable. However, the fixed rate also means that Barbados's monetary policy is closely tied to that of the United States, limiting the central bank's ability to independently adjust interest rates or respond to local economic shocks. Despite this, the peg has been maintained for decades, contributing to low inflation and confidence in the currency.
Banknotes are available in denominations of 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 dollars, featuring notable Barbadian figures and landmarks. Coins are issued in values of 1, 5, 10, 25 cents, and 1 dollar. The currency is widely accepted across the island, and US dollars are also commonly accepted in tourist areas, though change is often given in Barbadian dollars.
- Code
- BBD
- Symbol
- BBD
- Current rate
- USD / BBD
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
The Barbadian dollar was introduced in 1973, replacing the East Caribbean dollar at par.
- Official name
- Barbadian Dollar
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Barbados
- Decimal places
- 2
- Minor unit
- Cent · 1 BBD = 100 Cent
- Countries
- Barbados
- Issuing authority
- Central Bank of Barbados
- Central bank
- Central Bank of Barbados · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Pegged to the US dollar
Common banknotes
$2 · $5 · $10 · $20 · $50 · $100
Common coins
1 cent · 5 cents · 10 cents · 25 cents · $1
Also known as
BDS$ · Barbadian Dollar · BBD · $
Practical notes
- The symbol 'Bds$' is sometimes used to distinguish from other dollar currencies.
- The currency is pegged to the US dollar at a rate of 2 BBD = 1 USD.
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Barbadian Dollar questions
What is the BBD exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/BBD. It can change throughout the day.
How can I convert BBD online?
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