About the Afghan Afghani
The current Afghani (AFN) was introduced in 2002 to replace the previous Afghani (AFA) at two distinct rates. The new currency aimed to stabilize the economy and curb inflation after years of conflict.
The name 'Afghani' is derived from the word 'Afghan', the demonym for the people of Afghanistan.
Interesting Facts
Two Different Afghanis
There have been two versions of the Afghani. The first was introduced in 1925, and the second, current version was introduced in 2002 after the previous currency suffered from severe inflation.
Tomb of Ahmad Shah Durrani
The 1000 Afghanis banknote features the Tomb of Ahmad Shah Durrani, the founder of the modern state of Afghanistan.
A Symbol of Stability
The reintroduction of the Afghani in 2002 was a crucial step in Afghanistan's economic reconstruction and a symbol of national unity.
Historical Timeline
The original Afghani (AFA) is introduced, replacing the Afghan rupee.
The new Afghani (AFN) is introduced, with 1 AFN = 1,000 old AFA.
The new banknotes become the sole legal tender in Afghanistan.
Denominations
Banknotes
Coins
Security Features
Quick Facts
- ISO Code
- AFN
- Symbol
- ؋
- Numeric Code
- 971
- Subunit
- Pul (1/100)
- Introduced
- 2002-10-07
Central Bank
- Name
- Da Afghanistan Bank
- Headquarters
- Kabul, Afghanistan
- Founded
- 1939
- Current Governor
- Hidayatullah Badri (since 2023)
Economic Data
- Reserve Currency Share
- 0.0%
- Forex Volume Share
- 0.0%
- Inflation Rate
- -6.5%
- Interest Rate
- 15.0%
Exchange Rates
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