Qatari Money

The Riyal is the official currency of Qatar. 1 Riyal (QAR) = 100 dirham. The Qatari currency is available in both paper Notes and Coins. For an instant online currency exchange rate click here.

Riyal Exchange Rate Indicators as of October 2007

1 Australian Dollar -	3.22 Riyal
1 British Pound -	7.40 Riyal
1 Canadian Dollar -	3.64 Riyal
1 Euro -	5.13 Riyal
1 Swiss Franc -	3.09 Riyal
1 US Dollar -	3.64 Riyal

Currency Exchange in Qatar

Foreign currencies and traveller’s cheques can be exchanged at banks, bureaux de change and airports, railway stations, ports & major hotels in Qatar at the official exchange rates.

Credit & Debit Cards: American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted in Qatar. Check with your credit or debit card company for details of merchant acceptability in Qatar. ATMs are widely available.

Traveller Cheques: International traveller’s cheques in Stirling Pounds, Euro, US Dollars are widely accepted.

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Banks in Qatar

Bank of Qatar in Qatar

HSBC Bank in Qatar

Qatari Commercial Bank in Qatar

Other High Street Banks in Qatar

Online Banks in Qatar

Banking Hours in Qatar: Mon-Fri .

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Useful Travel Money Saving Tips

Travel Insurance: Buy your travel insurance for Qatar direct from an Insurance Company than your travel agent. Click on Travel Insurance Companies in Canada to compare and buy cheap travel insurance.

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International Phone Cards: International calling cards for Qatar can save you lots of money when calling home from Qatar.

Credit and Debit Cards: Choosing the best credit or debit card to use on holiday can make a big difference.

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