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Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL)
The Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL) is the official currency of Sierra Leone, issued by the Bank of Sierra Leone. This page provides an overview of its history, denominations, and role in the economy.
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Converted amount
0.0000 USD
Exchange rate
1 SLL = 0.000044 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
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SLL · Sierra Leonean Leone
Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL) Overview
The Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL) has been the official currency of Sierra Leone since 1964, when it replaced the British West African pound. The currency is issued and regulated by the Bank of Sierra Leone, the country's central bank. The leone is subdivided into 100 cents, although due to inflation, coins are rarely used in everyday transactions.
Banknotes are issued in denominations of 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, and 10,000 leones, featuring prominent national figures and landmarks. The currency has undergone several redenominations and redesigns over the years to address economic challenges. The leone is primarily used within Sierra Leone, and its exchange rate is determined by market forces, though the central bank may intervene to stabilize extreme fluctuations.
The economy of Sierra Leone is largely dependent on agriculture, mining, and fisheries, with the leone playing a crucial role in facilitating domestic trade and government transactions. While the country has faced periods of high inflation and currency depreciation, the leone remains a symbol of national sovereignty. For travelers and businesses, understanding the leone's current value and usage is essential for financial planning in Sierra Leone.
- Code
- SLL
- Symbol
- SLL
- Current rate
- USD / SLL
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
The leone was introduced in 1964, replacing the British West African pound at a rate of 2 leones per pound.
- Official name
- Sierra Leonean Leone
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Sierra Leone
- Decimal places
- 2
- Minor unit
- Cent · 1 SLL = 100 Cent
- Countries
- Sierra Leone
- Issuing authority
- Bank of Sierra Leone
- Central bank
- Bank of Sierra Leone · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Floating (managed)
Common banknotes
Le 1,000 · Le 2,000 · Le 5,000 · Le 10,000 · Le 20,000
Common coins
Le 10 · Le 50 · Le 100 · Le 500
Also known as
Leone · Sierra Leonean Leone · SLL · Le
Practical notes
- The leone is subdivided into 100 cents, but coins are rarely used due to inflation.
- The currency code SLL is used for the current leone, while the old leone (1964-2022) had the code SLL as well, but was redenominated in July 2022.
Priority currency pairs
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Sierra Leonean Leone questions
What is the SLL exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/SLL. It can change throughout the day.
How can I convert SLL online?
Use the converter above to calculate indicative amounts between SLL and the other supported currencies.