GYD · GYD
Guyanese Dollar (GYD)
The Guyanese Dollar (GYD) is the official currency of Guyana, issued by the Bank of Guyana. It is subdivided into 100 cents.
Convert this currency
Converted amount
0.0048 USD
Exchange rate
1 GYD = 0.004799 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
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GYD · Guyanese Dollar
Guyanese Dollar (GYD) Overview
The Guyanese Dollar (GYD) has been the official currency of Guyana since 1839, when it replaced the Dutch guilder. It is issued and regulated by the Bank of Guyana, the country's central bank. The currency symbol is $, and it is often denoted as G$ to distinguish it from other dollar-denominated currencies.
The Guyanese economy is heavily reliant on natural resources, including gold, bauxite, sugar, rice, and, more recently, oil and gas. These sectors significantly influence the value of the GYD. The exchange rate is managed by the central bank, which intervenes in the foreign exchange market to maintain stability.
For travelers and businesses, the GYD is used in all domestic transactions. While U.S. dollars are sometimes accepted in tourist areas, it is advisable to use the local currency for everyday purchases. The Bank of Guyana issues banknotes in denominations of 20, 100, 500, 1000, and 5000 dollars, and coins in 1, 5, 10, and 100 dollars.
- Code
- GYD
- Symbol
- GYD
- Current rate
- USD / GYD
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
The Guyanese dollar was introduced in 1839, replacing the Guilder at a rate of 1 dollar = 3 guilders.
- Official name
- Guyanese Dollar
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Guyana
- Decimal places
- 2
- Minor unit
- Cent · 1 GYD = 100 Cent
- Countries
- Guyana
- Issuing authority
- Bank of Guyana
- Central bank
- Bank of Guyana · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Floating (managed)
Common banknotes
$20 · $50 · $100 · $500 · $1000 · $2000 · $5000
Common coins
$1 · $5 · $10 · 1 cent · 5 cents · 10 cents · 25 cents
Also known as
GYD · G$ · Guyanese Dollar · $
Practical notes
- The symbol '$' is used, but 'G$' is often used to distinguish from other dollar currencies.
- The Bank of Guyana issues all banknotes and coins.
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Guyanese Dollar questions
What is the GYD exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/GYD. It can change throughout the day.
How can I convert GYD online?
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