Guyanese Dollar (GYD) Profile

Currency name
Currency code
Currency symbol

$, or G$

Subunit
1/100,  cent
Coins freq used
G$1, G$5, G$10
Coins rarely used
 
Banknotes freq used
G$20, G$100, G$500, G$1000
Banknotes rarely used
 
Central bank
Bank of Guyana (www.bankofguyana.org.gy)
Currency users
Currency user list

Users:

The Guyanese Dollar (GYD) is the official currency of Guyana. It is the legal tender used for all transactions within the country.

History:

The Guyanese Dollar was first introduced in 1839, replacing the Spanish dollar, after Guyana became a British colony.

Guyana is the only English-speaking country in South America and is known for its diverse culture and natural resources.

Coins and Banknotes:

The Guyanese Dollar is subdivided into 100 cents, although cent coins are not commonly used nowadays.

Coins:

Coins currently in circulation are 1, 5, 10, 25, and 50 cents, as well as 1, 5, and 10 dollars.

Banknotes:

The most commonly used banknotes are 20, 100, 500, 1000, and 5000 dollars.

Each banknote typically features important cultural, historical symbols, and landmarks of Guyana.