Syrian Pound
(SYP) Insights
Currency of war-devastated nation; lost 99%+ of value since 2011; economy destroyed by civil war; Assad government fell (December 2024); significant reconstruction need; significant diaspora (12+ million Syrians displaced); phosphate and oil modest exports
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Currency Snapshot
Technical specifications, central bank governance, and market standing for Syrian Pound.
SYP
Standardized ISO 4217 Currency Code
LS
Unicode Glyphs & Display Symbol
1/100 = Piastre Decimals
Subdivision unit definition
Syria
Central Bank of Syria (CBS)
Central Bank of Syria (CBS)
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Market-determined exchange rate mechanism
Currency Standard: Fiat (war-distorted, multiple black market rates)
Classified as Fiat (war-distorted, multiple black market rates) in global trade networks
Banknotes
LS 50
Coins
LS 1
Global Network Integration
The FX Intelligence terminal maps the institutional footprint of the Syrian Pound, highlighting cross-border utilization and primary trading corridors.
Verified Authority
Regulated data streams mapped to Central Bank of Syria (CBS).
SYP Market Insights
Deep-dive analysis of the Syrian Pound's global impact, remittance role, and institutional influence.
Strong Currency Impact
N/A; economy too disrupted; cheaper imports in theory
Weak Currency Impact
N/A; hyperinflation dynamics; import costs prohibitive; economic collapse ongoing
Remittance Role
Syria receives ~$1.6 billion/year remittances from diaspora (mainly Lebanon, Jordan, Turkey, Germany, Gulf); critical for household survival
Central Bank Tools
FX auction (limited), Interest rates (limited function), Banking system oversight
Common Questions About Syrian Pound
Everything you need to know about SYP exchange rates, banknotes, and historical significance.