YER · YER
Yemeni Rial (YER)
The Yemeni Rial (YER) is the official currency of Yemen. Learn about its history, denominations, and role in the economy.
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Converted amount
0.0042 USD
Exchange rate
1 YER = 0.004228 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
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YER · Yemeni Rial
Yemeni Rial (YER): Overview, History, and Usage
The Yemeni Rial (YER) is the official currency of the Republic of Yemen, a country located at the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula. The currency is issued and regulated by the Central Bank of Yemen. The rial is subdivided into 100 fils, although fils coins are rarely used due to inflation and economic conditions. The currency symbol is often written as "YR" or "﷼" in Arabic.
The rial has a complex history, reflecting Yemen's political and economic developments. Prior to unification in 1990, North Yemen used the Yemeni rial, while South Yemen used the South Yemeni dinar. After unification, the rial became the sole currency, and the dinar was phased out. Over the years, the rial has experienced significant depreciation due to political instability, conflict, and economic challenges, which have impacted its purchasing power and exchange rates.
In everyday transactions, the rial is used for all forms of commerce within Yemen, from small purchases to larger business dealings. Banknotes are issued in denominations of 50, 100, 200, 500, and 1,000 rials, with coins in 1, 5, 10, and 20 rials. Due to the ongoing conflict and economic crisis, the availability of smaller denominations and coins has become limited, and many transactions are conducted in cash. The Central Bank of Yemen continues to manage the currency, but the country faces significant monetary challenges.
- Code
- YER
- Symbol
- YER
- Current rate
- USD / YER
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
The Yemeni rial was introduced in 1990, replacing the North Yemeni rial and the South Yemeni dinar.
- Official name
- Yemeni Rial
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Yemen
- Decimal places
- 2
- Minor unit
- Fils · 1 YER = 100 Fils
- Countries
- Yemen
- Issuing authority
- Central Bank of Yemen
- Central bank
- Central Bank of Yemen · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Managed float
Common banknotes
100 rials · 200 rials · 500 rials · 1000 rials
Common coins
1 rial · 5 rials · 10 rials · 20 rials
Also known as
YER · Yemeni Rial · ﷼
Practical notes
- The rial is often referred to as 'riyal' in English.
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