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 Information
| Currency: | United Emirates Dirham |
| Currency code: | AED |
| Currency symbol: | د.إ |
| Bank notes: | 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 |
| Coins: | 25 fils, 50 fils, 1 dirham |
Daily Cost
| Three-course meal for 2, mid-range restaurant | 175 Dirhams | |
| One-way ticket for local transport | 5 Dirhams | |
| Bottle of water | 1.37 Dirhams |