Country Currency

Bangladesh Currency

The Bangladeshi taka is the official currency of Bangladesh.

Official currency
RegionAsia Pacific
Central bankBangladesh Bank

Country money overview

Currency arrangements

Official currencyBangladeshi Taka (BDT, ৳)
Central bankBangladesh Bank
Currency arrangementBangladesh uses BDT as official currency.

Paying in Bangladesh

Cash, cards and local payments

Cash use

Card and cash acceptance varies across Bangladesh; travelers should keep access to the local currency for merchants that do not accept their preferred payment method.

Travel money guidance

Planning a conversion

Before travel

Compare card, ATM and cash-exchange costs in BDT, including any disclosed spread, fixed fee and foreign-transaction charge.

Exchange-rate information is provided for reference only and is not financial, trading or investment advice.

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FAQ

Bangladesh currency questions

Which currency is used in Bangladesh?

The Bangladeshi taka is the official currency of Bangladesh.

Does Bangladesh have multiple official currencies?

Bangladesh has one official currency: the Bangladeshi taka (BDT).

How can I compare the Bangladeshi taka?

Use the conversion links on this page to compare Bangladesh's official currency with other major currencies.