Here is a report on the latest exchange rates for the US Dollar and foreign currencies against the Libyan Dinar in today’s transactions, Wednesday, January 7, 2026, according to figures from the black market.
The following report presents the daily updated prices of foreign and Arab currencies, gold, silver, and bonds against the Libyan Dinar in today’s transactions, based on the following values from specialized price-tracking pages:
Prices at Market Opening:
US Dollar Exchange Rate:
◆ Dollar = 8.87 Dinar {Tripoli}
◆ Dollar = 8.84 Dinar {Benghazi}
◆ Dollar = 8.87 Dinar {Zliten}
Euro Exchange Rate: 10.21 Dinar
British Pound Sterling Exchange Rate: 11.55 Dinar
Dollar Transfer to Turkey: 8.86 Dinar
Dubai Transfer Dollar: 8.88 Dinar
Tunisian Dinar Exchange Rate: 2.77 Dinar
Turkish Lira Exchange Rate: 0.200 Dinar
Jordanian Dinar Exchange Rate: 12.38 Dinar
Egyptian Pound Exchange Rate: 0.185 Dinar
Scrap Silver Price: 13.00 Dinar
18-Karat Scrap Gold Price: 935 Dinar
21-Karat Scrap Gold Price: 1,090 Dinar
Cast Gold Price: 945 Dinar per gram
Dollar via Trade and Development Bank Check = 10.13 Dinar
Dollar via Republic Bank Check = 10.11 Dinar
Dollar via Al-Wahda Bank Check = 10.13 Dinar
Dollar via National Commercial Bank Check = 10.11 Dinar
Dollar via Development Bank (Benghazi) Check = 10.15 Dinar / Al-Wahda Bank (Benghazi) Check = 10.15 Dinar.
US Dollar
The US Dollar is the official currency of the United States, established by the Coinage Act of 1792. It evolved from a system based on precious metals to a fiat currency, and its global reserve status was solidified by the Bretton Woods Agreement in 1944.
Libyan Dinar
The Libyan Dinar is the official currency of Libya, introduced in 1971 to replace the Libyan pound following the establishment of the Libyan Arab Republic. Its issuance and value have been heavily influenced by the country’s political changes and reliance on oil exports, leading to significant volatility and multiple exchange rates in recent decades.
Tripoli
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, located on the country’s Mediterranean coast. Historically, it was founded by the Phoenicians in the 7th century BC and has since been ruled by the Romans, Arabs, Ottomans, and Italians, which is reflected in its diverse architecture, such as the ancient Medina and the Red Castle (Assai al-Hamra).
Benghazi
Benghazi is a major city in eastern Libya, historically significant as a center of trade and culture since its founding as the Greek colony of Euesperides. It played a pivotal role in the 2011 Libyan Civil War as a key base for the uprising against Muammar Gaddafi.
Zliten
Zliten is a coastal city in northwestern Libya, historically known for its Roman and Ottoman-era influences. It is particularly recognized for the Zliten Mosaic, a well-preserved Roman floor mosaic from the 2nd century AD discovered in a villa, depicting scenes of daily life and mythology. The city also holds cultural significance for the Zawiya of Sidi Abd as-Salam al-Asmar, an important Islamic religious school and mausoleum dating to the 15th century.
Euro
The Euro is the official currency of the Eurozone, which consists of 20 of the 27 member states of the European Union. It was introduced in non-physical form in 1999 and as banknotes and coins in 2002, representing a major step in European economic integration following the Maastricht Treaty.
British Pound Sterling
The British Pound Sterling, often simply called the pound, is the official currency of the United Kingdom and is the world’s oldest currency still in use, with origins dating back over 1,200 years. Its history is deeply tied to the British Empire’s economic power, and it remains a major global reserve currency despite the UK’s adoption of decimalisation in 1971.
Turkey
Turkey is a transcontinental nation bridging Europe and Asia, with a rich history rooted in the ancient civilizations of Anatolia and later as the heart of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Its modern identity was forged in 1923 as the Republic of Turkey under Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. The country is renowned for iconic cultural sites like the Hagia Sophia and the rock formations of Cappadocia.
Dubai
Dubai is a major global city and emirate within the United Arab Emirates, historically known as a small fishing and pearling village. Its modern transformation began with the discovery of oil in the 1960s, which funded massive infrastructure projects, leading to its current status as a hub for tourism, finance, and trade.
Tunisian Dinar
The Tunisian dinar is the official currency of Tunisia, introduced in 1960 to replace the Tunisian franc as part of the country’s post-independence economic reforms. It is issued by the Central Bank of Tunisia and its banknotes often feature historical figures and landmarks significant to Tunisian heritage.
Turkish Lira
The Turkish Lira is the official currency of Turkey and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, introduced in 1923 to replace the Ottoman lira following the establishment of the Republic of Turkey. It has undergone significant revaluations, most notably in 2005 when the “new Turkish lira” removed six zeros from the currency due to a history of high inflation.
Jordanian Dinar
The Jordanian Dinar is the official currency of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, introduced in 1950 to replace the Palestinian pound. Its history is tied to the establishment of the Jordanian state following the dissolution of the British Mandate for Palestine.
Egyptian Pound
The Egyptian pound is the official currency of Egypt, introduced in 1834 to replace the Egyptian piastre. It was initially based on a bimetallic standard and its history reflects Egypt’s economic shifts, from the Ottoman era through British influence to modern monetary policy.
Trade and Development Bank
The Trade and Development Bank (TDB) is a multilateral, treaty-based financial institution founded in 1985 to foster economic growth and regional integration across its member states in Eastern and Southern Africa. It provides trade, project, and infrastructure financing, evolving from its original focus on trade facilitation to become a key development financier in the region.
Republic Bank
Republic Bank is a major financial institution in Trinidad and Tobago, originally established in 1837 as the Colonial Bank. It was later renamed Republic Bank after a merger in the early 1990s and has since grown to become one of the leading commercial banks in the Caribbean region.
Al-Wahda Bank
Al-Wahda Bank is a major financial institution in Libya, established in 1970 as part of the country’s efforts to develop its national banking sector. It provides a wide range of commercial and retail banking services and has played a significant role in the Libyan economy for decades.
National Commercial Bank
The National Commercial Bank (NCB) is a major financial institution in Saudi Arabia, founded in 1953. It is historically significant as the first bank established in the Kingdom and has played a central role in the country’s economic development.
Development Bank (Benghazi)
The Development Bank in Benghazi was established in the 1970s as a key financial institution aimed at funding industrial and agricultural projects to support Libya’s economic growth. It became a prominent landmark in the city’s financial district, though its operations were significantly disrupted following the 2011 civil war and the broader instability in the country.
Al-Wahda Bank (Benghazi)
Al-Wahda Bank is a major commercial bank in Libya, with its headquarters historically located in Benghazi. It was established in 1970 following a merger of several smaller banks, playing a significant role in the country’s financial sector. The bank has operated through periods of nationalization and restructuring, maintaining its presence as a key institution in eastern Libya.
