Kuwaiti dinar KWD

The Kuwaiti dinar is the official currency of Kuwait. One Kuwaiti dinar is divided into 1000 fils. Banknotes are available in denominations of ¼, ½, 1, 5, 10, and 20 dinars. Coins come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 fils.

History of the Kuwaiti Dinar

In 1961, the dinar replaced the Gulf rupee. During the Gulf War in 1990, Iraq introduced large amounts of Iraqi dinars, but after the occupation ended, the Kuwaiti dinar was reinstated as the official currency.

Interesting Facts about the Kuwaiti Dinar

The design of the Kuwaiti dinar has remained largely unchanged since its introduction in 1961. As a result, many old and worn-out dinars are still in circulation, which can be difficult for tourists to recognize due to their faded appearance.