Dominican Peso (DOP) Profile

Currency name
Currency code
Currency symbol

$ or RD$

Subunit
1/100, centavo
Coins freq used
RD$1, RD$5, RD$10, RD$25
Coins rarely used
 
Banknotes freq used
RD$20, RD$50, RD$100, RD$200, RD$500, RD$1000, RD$2000
Banknotes rarely used
 
Central bank
Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (www.bancentral.gov.do)
Currency users
Currency user list

Users:

The Dominican Peso (DOP) is the official currency of the Dominican Republic. It is the legal tender used for all transactions within the country.

History:

The Dominican Peso has a long history and has been the official currency of the Dominican Republic since 1844 when the country gained independence.

The Dominican Republic is a country located in the Caribbean region, known for its beautiful beaches, diverse culture, and rich history.

Coins and Banknotes:

The Dominican Peso is subdivided into 100 centavos.

Coins:

Coins currently in circulation are 1, 5, 10, and 25 pesos, as well as 1, 5, and 10 centavos.

Banknotes:

The most commonly used banknotes are 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000, and 2000 pesos.

Each banknote typically features important historical figures, landmarks, and symbols of the Dominican Republic.