United Emirates Dirham
AED
The money
In the early 20th century, the United Arab Emirates began using British Sovereign gold coins and Maria Theresa Thalers; other currencies, such as the Indian Rupee, also circulated within the country. In 1959, they adopted the Persian Gulf Rupee, issued by the central bank of India, at a value equal to the Indian Rupee.
- Currency
- United Emirates Dirham
- Code
- AED
- Symbol
- د.إ
- One Australian dollar
- 2.5570 AED
Bank notes
- 5
- 10
- 20
- 50,100
- 200
- 500
- 1000
Coins
- 25 fils
- 50 fils
- 1 dirham
We supply notes only. Coins are listed so you know what the change in your pocket is worth.
What things cost in UAE
The left column is what the guide records locally. The right column is that same figure through today’s rate — the arithmetic we would do for you at the counter, done here instead.
| Everyday price | Dirhams | Australian dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range restaurant | 175 | A$68.44 |
| One-way ticket on local transport | 5 | A$1.96 |
| Bottle of water | 1.37 | A$0.54 |
Converted at 1 AUD = 2.5570 AED, our online rate as at 7 Sep 2026, 14:27. Local prices are a guide to what you will pay, not a quote.
How much to take
Set the trip and the calculator prices it in AED, using the same rate as the figures above.