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Travel Money Oz is one of Australia's largest dedicated currency exchange specialists, selling UAE Dirham (AED) cash across 90+ stores nationwide and online, with no fees or commission on your order. If you find a better published cash rate from an Australian competitor, our Price Beat Guarantee means we'll beat their overall transaction price by at least $1 AUD. That's competitive rates, guaranteed.

Order AED online for same-day click & collect in about an hour, or home delivery in about 3 hours within 25km of selected stores. Prefer to browse in person? You can buy UAE Dirham in-store any day of the week.

Best Place to Buy UAE Dirham in Australia

Planning a trip to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or anywhere in the UAE? You'll need UAE Dirham (AED) before you go. Travel Money Oz makes it easy to buy Dubai currency before you fly, with online ordering available 24/7 and 90+ stores across Australia for in-person purchases.

Unlike banks, we charge no fees or commission. No surprises at the counter, and no hidden fees to factor in. With our Price Beat Guarantee, if you spot a better deal elsewhere, we'll beat it.

Where to Buy UAE Dirham Near Me

Looking to buy Dubai currency near you? Travel Money Oz has 90+ stores in shopping centres, CBD spots, and major suburbs across Australia. Use the store finder to check your nearest location, opening hours, and contact details before you visit.

All Travel Money Oz stores stock UAE Dirham daily as part of our In Stock Promise. If AED isn't available when you arrive, you'll get $10 AUD off your order and we'll have your currency ready within a week.

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How to Buy UAE Dirham — Online or In-Store

💻 Order online for click & collect: place your order online, choose your nearest store, and your AED cash will be ready to collect in about an hour. Pay securely at checkout and pick up at your convenience.

🚚 Order online for home delivery: prefer your cash delivered? Select home delivery at checkout. Orders are typically delivered within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores.

🏪 Buy in-store: walk into any Travel Money Oz store and buy UAE Dirham on the spot. No order required. All stores stock AED daily.

💳 Load a Currency Pass: prefer a card? You can also load UAE Dirham onto a Travel Money Oz Currency Pass for a secure, convenient way to spend across the UAE wherever Mastercard is accepted.

How to order:

Check the live AUD to AED rate above
Enter the amount you want to buy
Choose click & collect, home delivery, or Currency Pass
Complete your secure online order
Collect your AED cash or receive it at home

Price Beat Guarantee on UAE Dirham

Travel Money Oz offers a Price Beat Guarantee on in-store AED purchases. If you find a better deal, here's how it works:

Find a better published cash rate from an Australian-registered competitor, in-store or online.
Make sure it's for foreign currency notes (buying or selling), in stock, and ready to transact on the same day.
Bring the official written quote or published price to a Travel Money Oz store on the same day, with collection available within 30km of our store.
We'll beat their overall transaction price, including all fees and charges, by at least $1 AUD.

Applies to transactions up to $5,000 AUD equivalent. If we can't beat it, you'll receive $100 AUD loaded onto a Travel Money Oz Currency Pass (or a voucher if Currency Pass is unavailable).

_{*Price Beat Guarantee applies to in-store AED cash purchases only. Terms and conditions apply}.

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Card rate

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AED

Symbol

د.إ

Coins

فلس25, فلس50, د.إ 1

Banknotes

د.إ 5, د.إ 10, د.إ 20, د.إ 50, د.إ 100, د.إ 200, د.إ 500, د.إ 1000

Order UAE Dirham Online for Home Delivery

Skip the last-minute stress and get your dirham sorted before you fly. Order UAE Dirham online for home delivery and your AED cash will be delivered straight to your door within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores. Whether you're heading to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah, arriving with cash in hand makes the first day significantly easier.

Click and Collect UAE Dirham In-Store

Prefer to collect in person? Order UAE Dirham online for click and collect at one of 90+ Travel Money Oz stores across Australia. Your AED cash will be ready in about an hour, making it ideal for last-minute travel prep. Lock in your AUD to AED rate ahead of time and collect at a time that suits you, with no airport markups or surprise fees.

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Reserve your AED online and pick it up at a convenient Travel Money Oz store near you.

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AED now available to pre-load on Currency Pass. Load instore or online.

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AED to AUD — Convert UAE Dirham to Australian Dollars

Back from Dubai or Abu Dhabi with leftover dirham? Travel Money Oz makes it easy to convert AED to AUD at competitive rates, with no hidden fees. With 90+ stores across Australia, just drop in and sell your UAE Dirham in person. It's a fast, straightforward way to turn your leftover travel money back into Australian dollars.

Buy Back Bonus

If you originally bought your UAE Dirham from Travel Money Oz, you could be eligible for our exclusive Buy Back Bonus. Just bring in your unused dirham and we'll add a little extra when converting it back to Aussie dollars. It's our way of rewarding travellers who planned ahead.

Buy Back Bonus applies to in-store cash purchases only. Terms and conditions apply.

All about Emirati currency

The glamour of Emirati currency

Explore the intricate details of the Emirati Dirham, introduced in 1973 to replace the Qatar and Dubai Riyal and today features designs that celebrate the UAE's heritage and achievements.

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AED notes and coins

Notes come in denominations of: د.إ 5, د.إ 10, د.إ 20, د.إ 50, د.إ 100, د.إ 200, د.إ 500, د.إ 1,000

Coins come in: 25 fils, 50 fils, and د.إ 1

The fils is the sub-unit of the dirham (100 fils = 1 dirham), though 1 fil and 5 fil coins are rarely seen in circulation.

Fun facts about the Dirham

The UAE Dirham was introduced in 1973, replacing the Qatar and Dubai Riyal. Before that, different parts of what is now the UAE used different currencies.
The AED has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997 at 3.6725 AED per USD, making it one of the most stable currency pegs in the world.
The د.إ 1,000 note features the Al Jahili Fort in Al Ain, one of the largest mud-brick forts in the Arabian Peninsula.
The UAE is one of the most cashless societies in the Gulf, with cards and contactless payments widely accepted in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Cash remains essential for souks, taxis, tips, and smaller local businesses.
Dubai's gold souk in Deira is one of the largest gold markets in the world, where prices are typically displayed in both AED and USD.

What is the currency of Dubai?
What is the currency of the UAE?
Where can I buy UAE Dirham in Australia?
Where is the best place to buy UAE Dirham near me?
Travel Money Oz has 90+ stores across Australia in major shopping centres, CBDs, and suburbs, making it one of the most accessible places to buy AED cash in person. Use the store finder to locate your nearest store, check opening hours, and confirm contact details before you visit.
Prefer to order from home? Order UAE Dirham online for click & collect in about an hour, or home delivery within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores.
What is the best place to buy UAE Dirham in Australia?
A dedicated foreign currency specialist will almost always offer a better deal than a bank, post office, or airport exchange. Here's how the options compare:
- Banks typically charge transaction fees on top of a less competitive rate.
- Post offices offer limited currency options and variable rates.
- Airport exchanges are the most expensive option. Buy before you travel, not after you land.
Travel Money Oz charges no fees or commission on AED cash purchases, offers a Price Beat Guarantee on in-store purchases, and stocks UAE Dirham every day across 90+ stores as part of our In Stock Promise. You can also order AED online for same-day click & collect or home delivery.
Is it better to exchange AUD to AED in Australia or Dubai?
It's almost always better to exchange AUD to AED in Australia before you travel. Airport exchanges at Dubai International and tourist-area currency counters typically offer less favourable rates and charge higher fees. Sorting your dirham before you leave also means you arrive financially prepared, with cash ready for taxis, tips, and the journey from the airport.
Travel Money Oz offers competitive AUD to AED rates, no fees or commission, and same-day online ordering with click & collect or home delivery. Find your nearest store if you'd prefer to buy in person.
Will there be UAE Dirham in stock today?
What is the current AUD to AED exchange rate?
The AUD to AED exchange rate changes throughout the day based on global market conditions. One useful thing to know: the AED is pegged to the US dollar at a fixed rate, so the AUD/AED rate effectively tracks how the AUD moves against the USD.
Check the live rate in the converter above for today's most accurate figure before you buy. Travel Money Oz updates its AUD to AED rates in real time, so the rate you see is the rate you get. Ready to lock it in? Order AED online or visit your nearest store.
What affects the AUD to AED exchange rate?
Because the AED is pegged to the US dollar at a fixed rate of 3.6725 AED per USD, the AUD/AED exchange rate is effectively determined by how the Australian dollar moves against the US dollar. Key factors include:
- Interest rate decisions by the Reserve Bank of Australia and the US Federal Reserve
- Global commodity prices, particularly iron ore and other Australian export commodities
- Inflation data in Australia and the United States
- Broader risk sentiment in global markets
Rates change daily, so it's worth checking the live AUD to AED rate above before you buy.
How do I convert leftover UAE Dirham back to AUD?
How much spending money do I need for Dubai?
Dubai sits at the higher end of travel costs globally, though there's a wide range depending on your travel style. As a rough guide:
- Budget travellers staying in mid-range hotels and eating at local restaurants typically spend AUD $150–$200 per day.
- Mid-range travellers average AUD $250–$400 per day once accommodation, dining, activities, and transport are factored in.
- Luxury travellers at five-star resorts with fine dining and experiences like desert safaris or helicopter tours can spend significantly more.
Worth noting: alcohol is only available in licensed venues in Dubai (hotels, clubs, and select restaurants) and is priced at a premium. Many popular attractions like the Burj Khalifa observation deck, desert safaris, and Dubai Frame have fixed entry costs worth budgeting separately.
Use the Travel Money Oz Holiday Budget Calculator below to build a more accurate estimate. Ready to buy? Order AED online.