As of 2025, the most expensive currency in the world—not only against the Uzbek soum but also compared to most other currencies—is the Kuwaiti dinar.
The Kuwaiti dinar is valued at approximately 3.25 US dollars, although exchange rates may vary slightly.
Kuwait’s strong economy is based mainly on oil exports. The country has a stable economic system and holds large foreign currency reserves.
The high value of the Kuwaiti dinar is maintained artificially. The central bank tightly regulates its exchange rate to keep it strong.
For comparison, the Bahraini dinar is worth about 2.65 US dollars, and the Omani rial is valued at around 2.60 US dollars.
While the US dollar, euro, and British pound are widely used worldwide, their nominal value is lower than that of the Kuwaiti dinar.
