Buy UAE dirhams
UAE currency options
Get UAE dirhams however it suits you with our flexible options. Choose a secure and convenient Travelex Money Card, cash, or a combination of both.
Travel Money Card
The Travelex Money Card is the quick, easy and secure way to spend abroad.
- Lock in your rates1
- 22 currencies available
- Easy budget management
- Accepted at millions of locations
Cash
Cash and card will make sure you’re ready for any kind of spend in every country.
- Be ready to tip when expected
- Shop local markets
- Avoid unnecessary ATM withdrawals
How to get your UAE dirhams
Order your UAE currency online to get great rates on AED. Choose home delivery or Click & Collect from stores or the airport.
Home delivery
Spend more time packing, planning, and working on your tan with home delivery.Benefits
- Fast, secure, convenient
- Next day delivery available for cash
- Free delivery for Travelex Money Card
Store click and collect
Order online and pick up on your way. Over 17 locations in stores and airports across the UK.Benefits
- Lock in your exchange rate1
- Located in most UK airports
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Get your travel money quickly, easily, and securely.
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Choose delivery or collection
Get your travel money delivered or collect at one of our stores across the UK.
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Key information about UAE currency
UAE dirham currency details | |
|---|---|
| Name | AED UAE dirham |
| Symbol | Dh |
| Minor unit | 1/100 = Fils |
| Minor unit symbol | fils |
| AED conversion chart | AED rates |
UAE dirham currency in use | |
|---|---|
| Bank Notes | AED 5, AED 10, AED 20, AED 50, AED 100, AED 200, AED 500, AED 1,000 |
| Coins | 1fils, 5fils, 10fils, 25fils, 50fils, AED 1 |
| Central bank | Central Bank of the UAE |
| Destination acceptance | UAE |
Common questions about UAE dirhams
Timing the market for the best rates is a tricky business due to daily shifts influenced by economic data, global politics, and trader sentiment. Your personal travel schedule and market-watching comfort will guide your decision. We've got tools like our GBP to BHD exchange rate to help you stay informed on Bahraini dinar rates.
Bahraini dinars are accepted in Bahrain, where it is the official currency. Additionally, the Bahraini dinar can be used in a few other locations due to close economic ties, such as parts of Saudi Arabia, particularly in cities like Khobar and Dammam. In some Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, such as the UAE, you may find currency exchange places or hotels accepting Bahraini dinars, though they are not commonly used for everyday transactions.
You can purchase your Bahraini dinars from us via credit or debit card. When you purchase Bahraini dinars, either online or at our stores, we ensure no credit card handling fees are applied. However, it's wise to check with your card issuer for any potential charges they might apply.
Yes, you can! We can buy back your unused Bahraini dinar notes at any one of our UK retail stores at the original transaction exchange rate up to a maximum value of £250, for a fee of just £4.99. Learn more about our Buy Back Promise. T&Cs apply.
Need a different currency?
Whether you're visiting neighbouring countries or planning a multi-destination trip, our related currency links make it easy to prepare.
1 Lock in exchange rates means that customers can review and reserve exchange rates at their discretion, by purchasing travel money in advance. Any additional purchases will be subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of each new transaction.
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