NAD · NAD
Namibian dollar (NAD)
The Namibian Dollar (NAD) is the official currency of Namibia, pegged 1:1 to the South African Rand.
Convert this currency
Converted amount
0.0620 USD
Exchange rate
1 NAD = 0.061980 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
Source
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NAD · Namibian dollar
Namibian Dollar (NAD) Overview
The Namibian Dollar (NAD) was introduced in 1993, replacing the South African Rand as legal tender in Namibia, although the Rand remains accepted in the country. The currency is issued by the Bank of Namibia and is subdivided into 100 cents. Its symbol is N$.
The NAD is pegged at par to the South African Rand (ZAR), reflecting the close economic ties between Namibia and South Africa. This peg provides stability but also means that the value of the NAD is influenced by South African monetary policy and economic conditions.
Namibia's economy is heavily reliant on mining, agriculture, and tourism. The NAD is used in all transactions within Namibia, and while the Rand is also accepted, change is typically given in NAD. The currency is not traded internationally, so visitors are advised to exchange money upon arrival.
- Code
- NAD
- Symbol
- NAD
- Current rate
- USD / NAD
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
Introduced in 1993, replacing the South African rand at par.
- Official name
- Namibian dollar
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Namibia
- Decimal places
- 2
- Minor unit
- cent · 1 NAD = 100 cent
- Countries
- Namibia
- Issuing authority
- Bank of Namibia
- Central bank
- Bank of Namibia · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Pegged to the South African rand at par
Common banknotes
$10 · $20 · $50 · $100 · $200
Common coins
5c · 10c · 50c · $1 · $5 · $10
Also known as
Namibian dollar · NAD · $
Practical notes
- The Namibian dollar is pegged 1:1 to the South African rand, which is also accepted in Namibia.
Priority currency pairs
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Namibian dollar questions
What is the NAD exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/NAD. It can change throughout the day.
How can I convert NAD online?
Use the converter above to calculate indicative amounts between NAD and the other supported currencies.