Country Currency

Kuwait Currency

The Kuwaiti dinar is the official currency of Kuwait.

Official currency

Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)

RegionMiddle East & Africa

Central bankCentral Bank of Kuwait

Country money overview

Currency arrangements

Official currencyKuwaiti Dinar (KWD, د.ك)

Central bankCentral Bank of Kuwait

Currency arrangementKuwait uses KWD as official currency.

Paying in Kuwait

Cash, cards and local payments

Cash use

Card and cash acceptance varies across Kuwait; 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 KWD, including any disclosed spread, fixed fee and foreign-transaction charge.

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Rate data and official references

Reviewed by: CurrencyHub Editorial Team

Editorially reviewed: July 18, 2026

Sources

Central Bank of Kuwait

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FAQ

Kuwait currency questions

Which currency is used in Kuwait?

The Kuwaiti dinar is the official currency of Kuwait.

Does Kuwait have multiple official currencies?

Kuwait has one official currency: the Kuwaiti dinar (KWD).

How can I compare the Kuwaiti dinar?

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