Here is a report on the latest exchange rates for the US Dollar and foreign currencies against the Libyan Dinar in today’s transactions, Friday, January 9, 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, sourced from specialized price-tracking pages:
Prices at market opening:
US Dollar exchange rate:
◆ Dollar = 8.83 Dinar {Tripoli}
◆ Dollar = 8.81 Dinar {Benghazi}
◆ Dollar = 8.83 Dinar {Zliten}
Euro exchange rate: 10.15 Dinar
British Pound Sterling exchange rate: 11.60 Dinar
Dollar transfer to Turkey: 8.82 Dinar
Dubai remittance Dollar: 8.84 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: 923 Dinar
21-karat scrap gold price: 1,076 Dinar
Gold bullion price: 933 Dinar per gram
Dollar via Trade and Development Bank check = 10.08 Dinar
Dollar via Republic Bank check = 10.06 Dinar
Dollar via Al Wahda Bank check = 10.07 Dinar
Dollar via National Commercial Bank check = 10.06 Dinar
Dollar via Development Bank (Benghazi) check = 10.09 Dinar / Al Wahda (Benghazi) check = 10.09 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 (LYD) 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.
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 physical banknotes and coins in 2002, marking 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 tracing 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, historically known as Anatolia and the heartland of both 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 its vast cultural heritage, from the ancient ruins of Ephesus to the iconic Hagia Sophia in Istanbul.
Dubai
Dubai is a major global city and emirate in the United Arab Emirates, historically a small fishing and pearling village. Its modern transformation began with the discovery of oil in the 1960s, which funded rapid infrastructure development and its subsequent rise as a hub for tourism, finance, and trade. It is now renowned for iconic landmarks like the Burj Khalifa, artificial islands, and luxury shopping.
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. Its name and issuance are managed by the Central Bank of Tunisia, and it is not freely convertible outside the country.
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 foundation of the Republic of Turkey. Its history has been marked by significant periods of inflation, leading to several revaluations, most notably in 2005 when the “new Turkish lira” removed six zeros from the old currency.
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, and its banknotes often feature images of the royal family and significant national heritage sites.
Egyptian Pound
The Egyptian pound is the official currency of Egypt, introduced in 1834 to replace the Egyptian piastre. Its history is tied to the country’s economic evolution, transitioning from a bimetallic standard to being pegged to the British pound and later the US dollar.
Tripoli
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, with a history dating back to the 7th century BC when it was founded by the Phoenicians. It later came under Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Ottoman, and Italian rule, which is reflected in its historic architecture, such as the old Medina and the Red Castle (Assaraya 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 in the 6th century BC. It later served as a joint capital of Libya and was a focal point of the 2011 revolution that overthrew Muammar Gaddafi.
Zliten
Zliten is a coastal city in northwestern Libya, historically known for its Roman-era ruins and as a center of Islamic scholarship. It is home to the Zliten Mosque, which dates back to the 10th century and is renowned for its distinctive architecture and ancient library. The city’s history is deeply tied to the spread of Sufi Islam in the region, particularly through the influential Zawiya of Sheikh Abd al-Salam al-Asmar.
Trade and Development Bank
The Trade and Development Bank (TDB) is a multilateral, treaty-based financial institution founded in 1985 to foster trade, regional economic integration, and sustainable development across its member states in Eastern and Southern Africa. It provides financing and advisory services to both governments and private sector entities, with its history rooted in the 1965 Treaty establishing the Preferential Trade Area, which later evolved into the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA).
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 in the 1970s and has since grown to become one of the largest and most influential banks in the Caribbean region.
Al Wahda Bank
Al Wahda Bank is a major commercial bank in Libya, founded in 1970 with its headquarters in Tripoli. It was established to support national economic development and has since grown to become one of the country’s leading financial institutions.
National Commercial Bank
The National Commercial Bank (NCB) is a major financial institution in Saudi Arabia, founded in 1953 as the first bank in the kingdom. It played a pivotal role in the country’s economic development and modernization, and in 2021 it merged with Samba Financial Group to become Saudi National Bank (SNB), the largest bank in the country by assets.
Development Bank
The Development Bank is a financial institution typically established by national or regional governments to provide long-term funding for economic and social infrastructure projects, such as transportation, energy, and urban development. Its history often stems from post-war reconstruction efforts or periods of targeted industrialization, with examples like the World Bank (founded in 1944) setting a global precedent for using capital to foster development and reduce poverty.
