The Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT) published on Friday the reference exchange rates of the dinar against the main international currencies as of Thursday, May 21, 2026. The day was characterized by relative stability, with modest daily fluctuations across all published currency pairs.
EUR/TND
The euro stands at 3.3937 TND, up by 0.09% compared with the previous session of May 19 (3.3907 TND). This measured appreciation reflects strong demand for European currencies, the European Union remaining Tunisia’s primary trading partner.
USD/TND
The United States dollar is quoted at 2.9037 TND, up marginally by 0.06% on the session (2.9021 TND on May 19). This near-stability indicates a relative balance between supply and demand for greenbacks, a key currency for strategic imports (energy, cereals, medicines).
Other currencies
The British pound stands at 3.9296 TND, up by 0.17% (3.9230 TND previously), supported by a rebound of the British currency on international markets. The Japanese yen (for 1,000 units) shows 18.4137 TND, up by 0.03%. The Canadian dollar trades at 2.1250 TND, down slightly by -0.11% (2.1274 TND).
The Moroccan dirham (for 10 units) stands at 3.1712 TND, down by -0.11% as well. The Libyan dinar records the largest variation, rising 0.28% to 0.4607 TND (0.4594 TND on May 19), reflecting increased demand for this regional currency.
Summary Table
| Currency | Unit | Rate (TND) | Change from previous day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Euro (EUR) | 1 | 3.3937 | +0.09 % |
| US Dollar (USD) | 1 | 2.9037 | +0.06 % |
| Pound Sterling (GBP) | 1 | 3.9296 | +0.17 % |
| Japanese Yen (JPY) | 1 000 | 18.4137 | +0.03 % |
| Canadian Dollar (CAD) | 1 | 2.1250 | −0.11 % |
| Moroccan Dirham (MAD) | 10 | 3.1712 | −0.11 % |
| Libyan Dinar (LYD) | 1 | 0.4607 | +0.28 % |
Note that the BCT policy rate remains unchanged at 7.00% as of May 22, 2026, maintaining the restrictive stance of monetary policy in the face of inflationary pressures.
Source: Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT), average reference rates on the interbank market published on May 21, 2026. The rates shown are indicative averages; actual transactions may vary by financial institutions.
