Country Currency
Qatar Currency
The Qatari riyal is the official currency of Qatar.
Country money overview
Currency arrangements
Paying in Qatar
Cash, cards and local payments
Cash use
Qatari riyals are used for cash transactions and domestic pricing.
Card acceptance
Qatar Central Bank's retail systems support ATM, point-of-sale and e-commerce card transactions.
Contactless payments
Qatar's retail infrastructure includes mobile-payment and QR services as well as card payments.
ATM availability
The national retail network supports ATM transactions; acceptance of a specific foreign card still depends on its network and issuer.
Travel money guidance
Planning a conversion
Before travel
Compare bank, card, ATM and exchange-provider costs in Qatari riyals before choosing a method.
ATM and foreign-card fees
Check both the issuer's conversion terms and any locally disclosed operator charge.
Related
Related currencies
Exchange-rate information is provided for reference only and is not financial, trading or investment advice.
Sources and review
Rate data and official references
FAQ
Qatar currency questions
Which currency is used in Qatar?
The Qatari riyal is the official currency of Qatar.
Does Qatar have multiple official currencies?
Qatar has one official currency: the Qatari riyal (QAR).
How can I compare the Qatari riyal?
Use the conversion links on this page to compare Qatar's official currency with other major currencies.