Here is a report on the latest exchange rates for the US dollar and foreign currencies against the Libyan dinar in today’s transactions, Monday, December 22, 2025, according to figures from the black market.
The following report presents the daily updated prices of foreign and Arab currencies, gold, silver, and checks against the Libyan dinar in today’s dealings. The following values are sourced from specialized price-tracking pages:
Prices at market opening:
US Dollar exchange rate:
◆ Dollar = 8.56 dinars {Tripoli}
◆ Dollar = 8.57 dinars {Benghazi}
◆ Dollar = 8.57 dinars {Zliten}
Euro exchange rate: 9.83 dinars
British Pound Sterling exchange rate: 11.05 dinars
Dollar transfer to Turkey: 8.565 dinars
Dubai remittance dollar: 8.555 dinars
Tunisian Dinar exchange rate: 2.70 dinars
Turkish Lira exchange rate: 0.195 dinars
Jordanian Dinar exchange rate: 11.95 dinars
Egyptian Pound exchange rate: 0.175 dinars
Scrap silver price: 12.70 dinars
18-karat scrap gold price: 866.00 dinars
21-karat scrap gold price: 1,010 dinars
Cast gold price: 875 dinars per gram
Dollar via Trade and Development Bank check = 9.82 dinars
Dollar via Republic Bank check = 9.80 dinars
Dollar via Al-Wahda Bank check = 9.82 dinars.
Dollar via National Commercial Bank check = 9.80 dinars
Dollar via Development Bank (Benghazi) check = — dinars / Al-Wahda (Benghazi) = — dinars.
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 Spanish milled dollars and became the world’s primary reserve currency following 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. It was established following the country’s independence and the rise of the Libyan Arab Republic, centralizing the monetary system.
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 Red Castle (Assaraya al-Hamra) and the old medina.
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 played a pivotal role in the 2011 Libyan Revolution and served as a temporary seat of government, though it has also faced significant conflict and instability in subsequent years.
Zliten
Zliten is a coastal city in northwestern Libya, historically known for the ancient Roman city of Lpcis Minor located nearby. It is also notable for the Zliten Mosque, which dates back to the 14th century and features a distinctive minaret and intricate Islamic architecture.
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, 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 straddling Eastern Europe and Western Asia, with a rich history as the heart of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Its cultural sites, such as the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul and the ancient ruins of Ephesus, reflect this layered past, from classical antiquity through to its establishment as the modern Republic of Turkey in 1923.
Dubai
Dubai is a major global city and emirate in 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 and its evolution into a hub for trade, tourism, and finance. Today, it is famous for its ultramodern architecture, luxury shopping, and ambitious landmarks like the Burj Khalifa.
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 issuance is controlled by the Central Bank of Tunisia, and it is subdivided into 1,000 millimes.
Turkish Lira
The Turkish Lira is the official currency of Turkey and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. It was introduced in 1844, replacing the Ottoman kuruş, and has undergone several revaluations, most notably in 2005 when the “new Turkish lira” removed six zeros from the old currency. Its history is marked by periods of significant inflation and devaluation, reflecting the country’s economic challenges.
Jordanian Dinar
The Jordanian Dinar (JOD) is the official currency of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, introduced in 1950 to replace the Palestinian pound. Its history is tied to Jordan’s economic independence, and it has been pegged to the U.S. Dollar since 1995 to ensure monetary stability.
Egyptian Pound
The Egyptian pound is the official currency of Egypt, introduced in 1834 to replace the Egyptian piastre. Its history is closely tied to the country’s economic and political shifts, including periods under the gold standard and later managed flotation against foreign currencies.
Trade and Development Bank
The Trade and Development Bank (TDB) is a multilateral, treaty-based financial institution founded in 1985 to foster economic development and regional integration across its member states in Eastern and Southern Africa. It provides financing and advisory services for projects in key sectors like infrastructure, energy, and trade to promote sustainable growth.
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 early 1970s following the country’s independence and has since grown to become one of the largest and most prominent banking groups 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 Libya’s modern economic history.
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 has played a pivotal role in the country’s economic development and is now part of the Saudi National Bank, the largest financial group in the region.
Development Bank
The Development Bank is a financial institution typically established by national or regional governments to fund long-term economic growth projects, such as infrastructure, industry, and social programs. Its history often stems from post-war reconstruction efforts or periods of industrialization, with notable examples including the World Bank, founded in 1944 to rebuild Europe after WWII.
