Currency Profile

Bangladeshi Taka (BDT)

The Bangladeshi taka is Bangladesh's official currency. It is divided into 100 poisha and Bangladesh Bank is the country's monetary authority.

ISO codeBDT
Symbol
Central bankBangladesh Bank
Minor unitPoisha
RegionAsia Pacific
Statusactive
Issuing authorityBangladesh Bank

Currency facts

About the Bangladeshi Taka

BDT is used for prices, accounts and payments in Bangladesh. The taka symbol is useful locally, while BDT is the standard code for international reporting and comparison.

Issuing authorityBangladesh Bank

Currency coverage

Where the Bangladeshi taka is official

Official tenderBangladesh

Countries

Country guides

Countries in this directory where the Bangladeshi taka is official tender.

FAQ

BDT questions

What is BDT?

BDT is the ISO 4217 code for the Bangladeshi taka. The Bangladeshi taka is Bangladesh's official currency. It is divided into 100 poisha and Bangladesh Bank is the country's monetary authority.

Who issues the Bangladeshi taka?

The Bangladesh Bank is the principal monetary authority associated with the Bangladeshi taka.

Where is BDT official tender?

BDT is official tender in Bangladesh.

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

Sources and review

Official references and editorial review