Flight and Money exchange for Yemen

Money exchange for Yemen

Currency

Yemeni Riyal (YER) = 100 fils. Notes are in denominations of YER1,000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 20. Coins are in denominations of YER10, 5 and 1.

Currency Exchange

Local currency can easily be reconverted at banks, bureaux de change and hotels. US Dollars in cash are the easiest convertible currency.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

Cards generally have limited acceptance; American Express and Diners Club are the most widely accepted. There are very few ATMs.

Traveller's Cheques

Can be exchanged at some banks and hotels. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in Pounds Sterling.

Currency Restrictions

Restrictions apply.

Banking Hours

Sat-Wed 0830-1200, Thurs 0800-1130.

Exchange Rate Indicators

Date	Apr 09
£1.00=	YER299.04
$1.00=	YER200.20
€1.00=	YER265.32