Friday, January 9, 2026
The Central Bank Tells The Ministry Of Finance: The Official Exchange Rate Will Be 1300 Dinars In The 2026 Budget.
The Central Bank Tells The Ministry Of Finance: The Official Exchange Rate Will Be 1300 Dinars In The 2026 Budget.
Baghdad-INA The Central Bank of Iraq addressed the Ministry of Finance on Thursday regarding the draft federal general budget law for the year 2026, noting that the official exchange rate will be 1300 dinars in the 2026 budget.
The Central Bank addressed the Budget Department at the Ministry of Finance regarding the draft Federal General Budget Law for the Republic of Iraq for the year 2026.
The Central Bank stated that "the official exchange rate that will be adopted in 2026 is (1300) dinars per dollar, which has been in effect since February 2023."
Sources revealed that "the Central Bank will buy dollars at a price of 1300 dinars from the Ministry of Finance and sell them at a price of 1310 dinars to banks, which will sell them at 1320 dinars to traders and foreign transfers."
https://ina.iq/ar/economie/252092-1300-2026.html
Mnt Goat: 18 Key Issues, Currency Swap Delays & Why the Iraqi Dinar RV Awaits Political Resolution
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Why hasn’t Iraq completed the currency swap yet?
According to Mnt Goat, the Central Bank of Iraq was prepared to begin the currency swap in late December, but political complications—particularly unresolved Iranian-related issues—caused delays. The process is expected to resume once these obstacles are resolved.
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The “18 Crucial Issues” Facing Iraq in 2026
An article referenced by Mnt Goat highlights:
“18 crucial issues” that Savaya said would be among the priorities of his mission in Iraq during the new year.
These issues represent long-standing reforms Iraq must complete to fully stabilize its economy and governance.
Important Perspective:
Mnt Goat stresses that investors do not need to wait for the RV for all 18 items to be resolved.
“Of course not… some items are already known issues they have been working on for years.”
This confirms that many reforms are already in motion, not pending future events.
Do Dinar Investors Have to Wait for Everything to Be Fixed?
According to Mnt Goat:
❌ The RV is not dependent on every issue being resolved
✅ Many reforms are parallel processes
✅ Some requirements have been in progress for years
This means the RV is not a “last step” after perfection, but part of an ongoing reform cycle.
The Role of the United States in Iraq’s Progress
Mnt Goat believes the Iraqi people clearly understand one thing:
“The U.S. is there to help continue the progress of al-Sudani’s first term in office.”
This includes:
Economic stabilization
Government reform
Security coordination
Currency reinstatement and transition
The U.S. presence is viewed as a support mechanism, not an obstacle.
Currency Reinstatement: A Critical Mission Component
A key part of Iraq’s economic transformation is:
The reinstatement
And changeover (swap) of the Iraqi currency
Mnt Goat emphasizes this is not optional — it is foundational to Iraq’s modernization and international integration.
Direct Insight from the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI)
Mnt Goat shared important information from a CBI contact:
“Her committee is still waiting for the direction to begin the swap out of the currency.”
Key Details:
The currency swap was planned for the last week of December
The process was stalled for political reasons
The infrastructure and planning were already in place
This confirms the delay was not technical, but political.
Why the Iranian Issue Matters
Mnt Goat’s personal belief is clear:
“It will not occur until this Iranian issue is resolved.”
This aligns with:
Regional security concerns
Political interference risks
The need for sovereign monetary control
Until Iraq resolves these external pressures, leadership appears unwilling to trigger a major currency transition.
What This Means for the Iraqi Dinar RV
From Mnt Goat’s analysis, several conclusions emerge:
The RV is planned, not speculative
The currency swap was already scheduled
Political conditions caused the delay
The process resumes once regional tensions stabilize
This suggests timing is conditional, not canceled.
Q&A – Key Takeaways from Mnt Goat
Q: Do all 18 issues need to be completed before the RV?
A: No. Many are ongoing and independent of the RV.
Q: Was the currency swap planned?
A: Yes, it was scheduled for late December.
Q: Why was it delayed?
A: Political reasons, not technical readiness.
Q: Is the CBI ready?
A: Yes, they are awaiting official direction.
Q: What is the biggest obstacle now?
A: The unresolved Iranian-related political situation.
Strategic Insight for Dinar Watchers
Mnt Goat’s update reinforces a critical reality:
Delays do not equal denial.
The RV and currency swap are:
Structured
Planned
Politically sensitive
Once the geopolitical environment stabilizes, the next phase can proceed quickly.
Final Thoughts
Iraq’s leadership is navigating:
Domestic reform
Foreign influence
Regional conflict
Monetary transformation
According to Mnt Goat, the currency reinstatement is ready, but timing depends on political clearance, not preparation.
Patience remains the final requirement.
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Article Quote: "18 crucial issues” that Savaya said would be among the priorities of his mission in Iraq during the new year,"
Savaya just needs to convince the Iraqi government of these things he wants to accomplish in 2026. Do we investors in the dinar have to wait for the RV to get all of these items fixed? Of course not...some items that we know
must be accomplished and are already known issues they have been working on for years already.Central Bank: The Dollar Is Stable At 1320 Dinars, And The Rise In The Parallel Market Is Due To Demand Outside Banks
Central Bank: The Dollar Is Stable At 1320 Dinars, And The Rise In The Parallel Market Is Due To Demand Outside Banks.
Economy News – Baghdad Haider Ghazi, the media officer of the Central Bank of Iraq, confirmed that there has been no change in the exchange rate of the dollar against the dinar, and it remains fixed at 1320 dinars per dollar, explaining that what is being circulated as an exchange rate is only the demand of the unofficial market for dollars outside the system of banks licensed to work in foreign transfers through correspondent banks.
Ghazi, in a statement according to the official newspaper, attributed the main reason for the rise in the parallel market to the customs duty due to demand outside the banking system, noting that the application of the prior customs duty for transfer purposes may have put significant pressure on those seeking cash dollars, and was behind the rise in demand for the dollar against the dinar in the local markets.
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He explained that traders are required to bring the customs declaration (customs statement) from the ASYCUDA system before the bank transfer is made to them, adding that on many occasions the Central Bank of Iraq stated that the ways to obtain dollars are through:
First, external transfers through banks in a systematic and documented manner with all parties, and second, through the traveler's dollar after depositing an amount in Iraqi dinars with companies of categories A and B, and it is received through outlets inside Iraqi airports, as the bank set the traveler's share per month at $3,000. https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64273
Could Exchanging Our Dinar and Dong Be Like This ?????
Could Exchanging Our Dinar and Dong Be Like This ?????
The Central Bank Of Syria Requires Citizens To Follow New Procedures When Exchanging Currency.
Banks Economy News - Follow-up The Central Bank of Syria announced the regulations that must be followed by citizens and customers when submitting old Syrian pound banknotes to authorized entities for exchange for new banknotes, as part of the ongoing preparations for the upcoming exchange process.
The bank explained that these procedures aim to accelerate and simplify the replacement process in coordination with all relevant parties, stressing the importance of adhering to the correct arrangement of banknotes in bundles, so that each bundle contains banknotes of the same denomination and issue, and that the number of pieces in each bundle does not exceed 100 banknotes.
The bank explained that customers must arrange banknotes symmetrically so that the face is facing up in all bundles, while damaged banknotes must be sorted into separate bundles according to the same controls, with proof that they are damaged being provided, according to the Syrian News Agency “SANA”.
The bank stressed that compliance with these instructions contributes to saving time and effort for citizens and concerned parties, and enhances the cooperation necessary to make the replacement process a success and ensure that it proceeds smoothly and quickly.
66 Companies And 1,000 Outlets
The Governor of the Central Bank of Syria, Abdul Qader al-Hasriya, announced that there will be ease and flexibility in exchanging the new national currency, the Syrian pound, as the exchange will be done through 66 companies and a thousand outlets dedicated to this purpose.
Al-Hasri said that the new denominations of the Syrian currency will start with six denominations: 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, and 500 liras, with the new lira being equivalent to one hundred old liras, while the 500 new liras is equivalent to 50,000 old liras, noting that this contributes to making it easier to carry money and the money supply remains without additions.
He added that the currency replacement will not affect its value, since the change is a change in nominal value, so the value is the same and the replacement will not have direct effects on its value, explaining that the Syrian Central Bank will reopen its branch in Idlib, like the rest of the governorates.
Modern Security Features
The official stressed that the new currency has modern security features, in addition to special features that enable the visually impaired and blind to use it, explaining that removing zeros will not affect the common functions of the new lira, calling for cooperation from everyone to preserve the value of the lira.
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He explained that the standard for the replacement process is to remove two zeros from the nominal value, so that every hundred old Syrian pounds will be equivalent to one new Syrian pound, noting that the replacement process will begin on January 1, 2026 and will continue for 90 days, which is extendable, and will be carried out free of charge without imposing any fees or taxes.
He said that all central bank transactions will be in the new currency at the beginning of the year, calling on citizens not to abandon the old currency during the period of coexistence between the two currencies, as sellers will be required to deal in both. https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=63968
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