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Don’t Forget to Buy UAE Dirhams (AED) Before Travelling to the United Arab Emirates

When planning your trip to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), it is important to familiarise yourself with the local currency. The official currency of the UAE is the UAE dirham (AED).

Although most shops, restaurants, and attractions accept debit and credit cards, carrying some cash is always useful and provides added convenience during your trip.

We recommend estimating your travel budget in advance to help determine approximately how many dirhams you will need. Before exchanging your money, it is also advisable to check the current EUR to AED exchange rate to ensure you receive the best value for your currency exchange.

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Practical Tips for Planning Your Budget

Tipping in the UAE generally depends on the quality of service received. A gratuity of between 10% and 15% of the bill is common practice, although simply rounding up the total is often appreciated.

It is also worth remembering that exchanging euros for UAE dirhams before travelling is usually more cost-effective than exchanging money once you arrive at your destination.

When planning your travel budget, it is useful to know that the average tourist spends approximately 395 AED per day during a visit to the UAE.

This daily budget typically includes:

  • 76.47 AED on leisure activities
  • 142.52 AED on accommodation
  • 107.76 AED on food and dining
  • 69.52 AED on transport

For the best exchange rate when purchasing UAE dirhams, we recommend ordering your currency through our website.

395 AED

Average daily travel budget in the UAE

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108 AED

Average daily food budget per person

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Useful to Know

Typical Prices in the United Arab Emirates

transport

5–15 AED

Metro ticket (single journey)

drink

14 AED

Cup of coffee

6–8.5 AED

Bus ticket

45 AED

Traditional Lebanese breakfast (Manousheh)

car

1.7 AED

Taxi fare (starting rate)

museum

0–63 AED

Admission to the Louvre Abu Dhabi

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Suggestions for Your Stay

  • Dubai: Dubai offers sunshine throughout the year, although visitors can choose between a mild season and a very hot season. The most comfortable period to visit is from November to April, when temperatures generally range between 25°C and 35°C. When selecting accommodation, consider hotels located close to Metro stations in areas such as Downtown Dubai and Deira. These neighbourhoods provide excellent access to the city centre and major attractions, often making them more convenient than hotels located further away, such as those in the Marina district.
  • Abu Dhabi: A visit to Abu Dhabi offers a fascinating insight into Emirati culture and a range of unique experiences. The UAE is also renowned for its luxury lifestyle, impressive architecture, and world-class attractions.
  • Nightlife: For those who enjoy nightlife, Dubai, Ajman, and Abu Dhabi offer some of the best entertainment venues, trendy bars, and vibrant nightlife experiences in the country.

Facts About the UAE Dirham (AED)

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UAE Dirham Denominations

Banknotes:

  • 5 AED
  • 10 AED
  • 20 AED
  • 50 AED
  • 100 AED
  • 200 AED
  • 500 AED
  • 1,000 AED

Coins:

  • 1 fils
  • 5 fils
  • 10 fils
  • 25 fils
  • 50 fils
  • 1 AED

Currency Symbol

The symbol of the UAE dirham is د.إ.

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Interesting Facts About UAE Banknotes

The falcon, the national bird and official emblem of the UAE, appears as a watermark on the front of every banknote.

All UAE banknotes feature serial numbers written using Western (English) numerals, while the main text on the notes is written in Arabic.

Each denomination also features a different image of a landmark, building, or monument that reflects the history, culture, and heritage of the United Arab Emirates.

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Why Buy UAE Dirhams (AED) from Prosegur Change?

Prosegur Change and ChangeGroup are global leaders in foreign exchange services, with more than 30 years of experience and a network of over 20 exchange bureaux located in major Spanish city centres. Order your UAE dirhams online to benefit from our best exchange rates and 0% commission.

Not yet sure how many dirhams you will need for your trip?

Consider adding our Buy-Back Guarantee for just €6.95. This allows you to return up to 50% of the currency purchased within 50 days at the original exchange rate, with no additional fees or commission. This gives you complete peace of mind, knowing that any unused currency can be exchanged back under favourable conditions once your trip has ended.

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