The Syrian pound recorded a decrease in its exchange rate against the US dollar during trading on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. In contrast, gold prices in Syrian markets saw a notable increase, reflecting divergent movements in the local economic landscape.
Syrian Pound Exchange Rates in Local Markets
The Syrian pound exchange rates against the US dollar in the markets of Damascus, Aleppo, and Idlib were set at 13,490 Syrian pounds for buying and 13,550 Syrian pounds for selling. In the Hasakah market, the exchange rate reached 13,470 Syrian pounds for buying and 13,550 Syrian pounds for selling.
Official Exchange Rate from the Central Bank
According to the bulletin issued by the Central Bank of Syria on May 11, 2026, the exchange rate for one US dollar remained stable at 11,300 Syrian pounds for old currency and 113 Syrian pounds for new currency. These rates apply to banks, exchange companies, and offices, as well as individual remittances from abroad.
Turkish Lira Trading Against Other Currencies
The Turkish lira against the Syrian pound in the Damascus market recorded 295 Syrian pounds for buying and 298 Syrian pounds for selling. The Turkish lira's value also reached 45.39 against the US dollar and approximately 53.39 against the Euro in trading.
Gold Prices in Syria
Gold prices in Syria saw an increase, with the price of 18-karat gold reaching 1,544,000 Syrian pounds per gram. Meanwhile, the price of 21-karat gold reached 1,802,000 Syrian pounds per gram.
Numerical Comparison With the Previous Bulletin
Compared with the bulletin published on May 11, 2026, the dollar selling rate in Damascus, Aleppo and Idlib increased from 13,460 to 13,550 Syrian pounds, a rise of 90 pounds. In addition, the recorded price of one gram of 21-karat gold increased from 1,782,000 to 1,802,000 Syrian pounds, a rise of 20,000 pounds.
Buying and Selling Spread on the Bulletin Date
On May 12, 2026, the dollar was recorded in Damascus, Aleppo and Idlib at 13,490 Syrian pounds for buying and 13,550 for selling, giving a spread of 60 pounds. Both recorded indicators moved upward in this bulletin, with a visible rise in gold. This comparison describes the numerical movement without assigning causes unless supported by a verified source.
Archive notice: This page documents prices recorded on its publication date and is not a live quote. Before making an exchange or gold transaction, readers should review current rate pages and compare more than one market offer.
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