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Convert 20 major world currencies to Dominican pesos (DOP) using live exchange rates. Switch direction to convert DOP back to your home currency.
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Dominican Peso Bills
The Dominican peso (DOP, RD$) is the official currency. Bills come in six denominations. 🇺🇸 US Dollar.
República Dominicana
RD$2,000
BANCO CENTRAL
Palacio Nacional
National Palace — seat of the Dominican government
Tip: Rarely seen in everyday transactions — mostly used for large purchases.
República Dominicana
RD$1,000
BANCO CENTRAL
Banco Central
Central Bank of the Dominican Republic
Tip: Widely used. ATMs commonly dispense 1,000-peso notes.
República Dominicana
RD$500
BANCO CENTRAL
Salomé Ureña
Celebrated poet and educator — first woman to earn a university degree in DR
Tip: Very common. Good for restaurants, markets, and taxis.
República Dominicana
RD$200
BANCO CENTRAL
Gregorio Luperón
General and president who defended Dominican sovereignty
Tip: Handy for small shops, colmados, and street food.
República Dominicana
RD$100
BANCO CENTRAL
Francisco del Rosario Sánchez
One of the three founding fathers of the Dominican Republic
Tip: Essential for daily transactions — always keep a few on hand.
República Dominicana
RD$50
BANCO CENTRAL
Puerta del Conde
Historic gate in Santo Domingo where independence was declared in 1844
Tip: Useful for small tips, snacks, and public transport.
Dominican Peso Coins
Four coin denominations are in circulation. Coins are less common in tourist areas.
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Largest coin — useful for vending, colmado change.
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Silver-toned. Very common for small change.
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Golden-toned. Common in markets and colmados.
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Smallest coin. Rarely given as change in tourist areas.
Practical money tips for DR
- •ATMs dispense pesos — use bank ATMs (Banreservas, BHD, Banco Popular) for best rates and security.
- •USD is widely accepted at resorts and tourist shops, but change is given in pesos at unfavorable rates.
- •Colmados (corner stores) and local restaurants prefer pesos — always carry smaller bills.
- •Tipping: 10% is standard at restaurants. In pesos is always appreciated.
- •Avoid exchanging money at the airport — rates are significantly worse than city banks.
- •Keep small bills (RD$50–200) on hand for street food, taxis, and tips.