Libyan dinar (LYD) parallel exchange rate
Latest data: September 2026 · Updated monthly · Next update: November 2026
USD/LYD: the last 7 months
Month-end dinars per US dollar. Dashed lines mark official exchange-rate adjustments. History before March 2026 is available to subscribers. Sources: Tripoli cash market (fulus.ly); Central Bank of Libya.
Where is the dinar heading next?
The LYD Parallel Rate Monitor forecasts the parallel rate at 1, 3 and 6 months, estimates the probability of an official devaluation, and breaks down what is driving the dinar, from oil receipts to money growth. Built by Libya Desk, updated monthly.
Monthly rates: last 7 months
| Month | Parallel | Official | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | 9.59 | 6.39 | 50.1% |
| August 2026 | 9.12 | 6.33 | 44.1% |
| July 2026 | 8.64 | 6.41 | 34.8% |
| June 2026 | 8.50 | 6.41 | 32.6% |
| May 2026 | 8.35 | 6.34 | 31.7% |
| April 2026 | 7.72 | 6.35 | 21.6% |
| March 2026 | 9.18 | 6.42 | 43.0% |
Monthly data back to January 2021, with forecasts and driver attribution, is in the LYD Parallel Rate Monitor.
About the parallel rate
What is the Libyan dinar parallel exchange rate?
It is the rate at which US dollars change hands for dinars in Libya's cash market, outside the banking system. Because access to foreign currency at the official rate is restricted, the parallel rate reflects what dollars actually cost for most businesses and households.
Why is the parallel rate higher than the official rate?
The Central Bank of Libya sets the official rate and rations dollars at that price. When demand for dollars outstrips what the Central Bank supplies, for example because of money creation, falling oil receipts or political shocks, the cash-market price rises above the official one. The gap is the parallel premium.
How often is this page updated?
Monthly, with month-end data. The latest figures are for September 2026; the next update is due in November 2026.
Where does the data come from?
Parallel rates are month-end quotes from the Tripoli cash market (fulus.ly). Official rates are from the Central Bank of Libya.
Is there a forecast for the dinar?
Yes. Libya Desk's LYD Parallel Rate Monitor forecasts the parallel rate at 1, 3 and 6 months, estimates the probability of an official devaluation and breaks down what is driving the dinar. It is available to subscribers.