Here is a report on the latest exchange rates of the US dollar and foreign currencies against the Libyan dinar in today’s Tuesday, January 20, 2026 transactions, 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. The following values are sourced from specialized price-tracking pages:
Prices at market opening:
US Dollar exchange rate:
◆ Dollar = 9.075 dinars {Tripoli}
◆ Dollar = 9.07 dinars {Benghazi}
◆ Dollar = 9.085 dinars {Zliten}
Euro exchange rate: 10.44 dinars
British Pound Sterling exchange rate: 11.85 dinars
Dollar transfer to Turkey: 9.075 dinars
Dubai remittance dollar: 9.095 dinars
Tunisian Dinar exchange rate: 2.80 dinars
Turkish Lira exchange rate: 0.200 dinars
Jordanian Dinar exchange rate: 12.40 dinars
Egyptian Pound exchange rate: 0.180 dinars
Local cast silver: 24.15 dinars
18-karat scrap gold price: 1003 dinars
21-karat scrap gold price: 1170 dinars
Cast gold price: 1013 dinars per gram
Dollar via Trade and Development Bank check = 10.40 dinars
Dollar via Republic Bank check = 10.39 dinars
Dollar via Al Wahda Bank check = 10.40 dinars
Dollar via National Commercial Bank check = 10.39 dinars
Dollar via Development Bank-Benghazi check = 10.41 dinars / Al Wahda-Benghazi check = 10.41 dinars.
Libyan dinar
The Libyan dinar is the official currency of Libya, introduced in 1971 to replace the Libyan pound. It was established following the 1969 revolution that brought Muammar Gaddafi to power, marking a shift in the country’s economic identity.
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 has become the world’s primary reserve currency since the Bretton Woods agreement in the mid-20th century.
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 became a significant part of the Roman Empire, known as Oea, and has since been ruled by the Byzantines, Arabs, Ottomans, Italians, and finally achieved independence in the 20th century. Today, it is a major Mediterranean port city known for its historic medina, Red Castle (Assaraya al-Hamra), and blend of diverse architectural influences.
Benghazi
Benghazi is a major city in eastern Libya, historically significant as a key Mediterranean trade hub since its founding as the Greek colony of Euesperides. It later served as the capital of the Kingdom of Libya and was a focal point of the 2011 uprising that led to the overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi.
Zliten
Zliten is a coastal city in northwestern Libya, historically known for the Zliten Mosque, which dates back to the 10th century and is one of the oldest and most significant Islamic educational centers in the region. The area is also famous for its ancient Roman mosaics, particularly the “Gladiator Mosaic” discovered at the Villa Dar Buc Ammera.
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 symbolized as £, 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 silver penny introduced by King Offa of Mercia in the 8th century, and it became a decimal currency in 1971, replacing the old system of pounds, shillings, and pence.
Turkey
Turkey is a transcontinental nation bridging Europe and Asia, with a rich history as the heart of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Its cultural landscape is defined by iconic sites like the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, which has served as a cathedral, mosque, and museum, reflecting the country’s layered historical influences. Modern Turkey was founded as a republic in 1923 by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk following the collapse of the Ottoman Empire.
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, but it has strategically diversified its economy to become a hub for tourism, finance, and trade, famous for landmarks like the Burj Khalifa and artificial Palm Islands.
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, introduced in 1923 to replace the Ottoman lira following the foundation of the Republic of Turkey. It has undergone significant revaluations, most notably in 2005 when a “new Turkish lira” removed six zeros from the old currency due to chronic 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 (EGP) is the official currency of Egypt, first introduced in 1834 to replace the Egyptian piastre. It was initially based on a bimetallic standard and its history reflects Egypt’s economic shifts, including periods tied to the British pound and later a managed float.
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. Historically, it evolved from the Preferential Trade Area Bank, established under the Preferential Trade Area for Eastern and Southern Africa, which later became 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 Republic Bank after a merger in the early 1990s and has grown to become one of the largest and most prominent 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 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. It was the first bank established in the Kingdom and played a pivotal role in supporting the nation’s early economic development and infrastructure projects.
Development Bank-Benghazi
The Development Bank in Benghazi was a major financial institution established in Libya in the late 1950s, playing a key role in funding national infrastructure and development projects. Its prominent headquarters building in Benghazi became a recognizable landmark in the city’s center.
