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Currency of Algeria: Algerian Dinar

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Algerian Dinar · DZD · National

Algerian Dinar
ISO DZD · ALGERIA
Algerian Dinar
ISO codeDZD
Monetary authorityBank of Algeria
DZD
ISO 4217 code
Currency identifier
1
Currencies with an official role
National
DZD
Display identifier
ISO code used where a standalone symbol is not shown
Time-sensitive
Exchange-rate context
Check the rate date and source
CurrencyAlgerian Dinar
ISO codeDZD
Largest noteDA2,000
Largest coin200 DA
Current note seriesCurrent Bank of Algeria issues

Who Issues Algerian Dinar in Algeria

In Algeria, prices and accounts are denominated in the nationally managed Algerian Dinar (DZD), the currency's symbol is shown here as DZD, and ISO 4217 distinguishes it further with numeric code 012.

On an Algerian Dinar conversion involving Algeria, Bank of Algeria manages the monetary framework for the Algerian Dinar in Algeria. DZD is therefore a nationally administered currency rather than an externally issued unit. That gives the institutional fact separate from market data.

Currency architectureNational
Primary currencyAlgerian Dinar (DZD)
Monetary authorityBank of Algeria

Exchange Rate for DZD

In the Algeria context, the useful benchmark is a dated DZD observation with its currency pair stated explicitly. Reference observations are benchmarks, not guaranteed retail transaction prices. The presentation keeps the comparison internally consistent.

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In the Algeria context, hold the pair and timestamp constant when judging changes in the reference rate. Provider spreads, card charges and commissions can still change the amount actually paid. The result is the monetary framework distinct from the conversion quote.

Banknotes and Coins

Banknotes

Bank of Algeria currency materials identify standard banknotes of 100, 200, 500, 1,000 and 2,000 dinars in the current legal-tender structure.

DA100
DA200
DA500
DA1,000
DA2,000

Coins

The current circulation coin structure contains 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 dinars.

1 DA
2 DA
5 DA
10 DA
20 DA
50 DA
100 DA
200 DA

Frequently Asked Questions

What currency is used in Algeria?

For a DZD comparison in Algeria, the Algerian Dinar (DZD) is the national currency, with Bank of Algeria responsible for the domestic monetary framework. This supports the exchange-rate context transparent.

Who manages the currency system in Algeria?

Bank of Algeria is the main monetary authority identified for Algeria.

Are the exchange rates for Algeria real-time?

On an Algerian Dinar conversion involving Algeria. For supported pairs, the converter retrieves the latest available reference observation and keeps the date visible. That makes it a reference value rather than a guaranteed transaction rate.

Data note: Figures marked with * are sourced from external institutions or data providers and may change after publication. Exchange rates, payment statistics and other time-sensitive figures are provided for general reference and may not reflect current market, bank, card-network or transaction rates. DigifyWorld aims to use reliable sources and keep information current, but cannot guarantee that all data is complete, real-time or 100% accurate. Check the cited source or relevant monetary authority when making financial decisions.

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Sources & methodology

Bank of Algeria is the principal reference used here for institutional facts about Algerian Dinar in Algeria. DZD identification follows ISO 4217, while exchange-arrangement classification is kept separate from dated market observations. This keeps the comparison internally consistent.

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Exchange-rate note: the DZD converter for Algeria requests a supported reference-rate source and displays the observation date. If no supported observation is available, the converter shows that a reference rate is unavailable instead of estimating one.