Since the launch of the new Syrian Pound in early 2026, everyone in Syria switches mentally between two currencies dozens of times a day. The rule is simple, but everyday mistakes in markets are common — this practical guide makes conversion second nature.
The golden rule: divide by 100
Every 100 old pounds = 1 new pound. To convert any old amount, remove two zeros (divide by 100). To go back from new to old, add two zeros.
Conversion table for common amounts
| Old Syrian Pounds | New Syrian Pounds |
|---|---|
| 500 | 5 |
| 1,000 | 10 |
| 10,000 | 100 |
| 100,000 | 1,000 |
| 1,000,000 | 10,000 |
| 10,000,000 | 100,000 |
Everyday examples
- A monthly salary of 2,500,000 old pounds = 25,000 new pounds.
- A taxi fare of 2,000 old = 20 new.
- A gram of 21K gold at 1,700,000 old = 17,000 new — see the live price on our 21K gold page.
Common mistakes to avoid
Zero confusion with large numbers: one million old equals 10,000 new, not 100,000 — when in doubt, write the number and visually remove two zeros.
Assuming prices "dropped": a price quoted in new pounds sounds smaller but holds the same value. Always compare in the same currency.
Not clarifying which currency: during the transition, always ask whether a quoted price is in old or new pounds — especially for big purchases like property, cars and gold.
Skip the math entirely
We display every rate in both currencies, updated minute by minute: USD, all currencies, gold and silver.
Informational content. For official exchange deadlines, check our news section and government channels.
