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Tajikistani Somoni (TJS)
The Tajikistani Somoni (TJS) is the official currency of Tajikistan, introduced in 2000. It is managed by the National Bank of Tajikistan.
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Tajikistani Somoni (TJS) Overview
The Tajikistani Somoni (TJS) has been the official currency of Tajikistan since October 30, 2000, when it replaced the Tajikistani ruble at a rate of 1 somoni = 1,000 rubles. The currency is named after Ismail Samani, the founder of the Samanid state, and is issued by the National Bank of Tajikistan. The somoni is subdivided into 100 dirams.
The currency plays a vital role in the economy of Tajikistan, which is heavily reliant on remittances from migrant workers, aluminum exports, and cotton production. The exchange rate of the somoni is influenced by these factors, as well as by global commodity prices and the economic policies of the central bank. The National Bank of Tajikistan manages the currency's value through interventions and monetary policy measures.
For travelers and businesses, the somoni is used in all transactions within Tajikistan. It is not widely traded internationally, and exchange rates can vary. It is advisable to check current rates with authorized financial institutions. The somoni's stability is crucial for the country's economic development, and the central bank continues to work towards maintaining its value in the face of external economic pressures.
- Code
- TJS
- Symbol
- TJS
- Current rate
- USD / TJS
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
Introduced on October 30, 2000, replacing the Tajikistani ruble at a rate of 1 somoni = 1000 rubles.
- Official name
- Somoni
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Tajikistan
- Decimal places
- 2
- Minor unit
- Diram · 1 TJS = 100 Diram
- Countries
- Tajikistan
- Issuing authority
- National Bank of Tajikistan
- Central bank
- National Bank of Tajikistan · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Managed float
Common banknotes
1 somoni · 3 somoni · 5 somoni · 10 somoni · 20 somoni · 50 somoni · 100 somoni · 200 somoni · 500 somoni
Common coins
1 diram · 5 diram · 10 diram · 20 diram · 25 diram · 50 diram · 1 somoni · 3 somoni · 5 somoni
Also known as
Somoni · Tajikistani Somoni · TJS · SM
Practical notes
- The somoni is named after the founder of the Tajik nation, Ismail Samani.
- Banknotes are printed in various denominations, with the 500 somoni note being the highest.
Tajikistani Somoni questions
What is the TJS exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/TJS. It can change throughout the day.
How can I convert TJS online?
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