The Central Bank of Libya said that, in a meeting with Numisma Bank, its contracted provider for U.S. dollar supply, the two sides agreed to continue supplying U.S. dollars based on the central bank’s estimates and Libyan market needs, and also to supply other foreign currencies including the British pound and the euro. The discussion was framed around the central bank’s broader plan to restore confidence among international financial institutions and followed completion of the first phase of U.S. dollar supply to Libya. The meeting reviewed related reforms accompanying the cash supply program, including stronger compliance controls and the introduction of regulatory measures governing exchange activities for the first time in Libya. It also covered the mechanisms for distributing U.S. dollar cash and the banking system’s readiness, including commercial banks and exchange companies and offices, to resume sales of foreign currency to the public. Numisma Bank also indicated it was ready to support the Central Bank of Libya with additional U.S. dollar cash, advisory services and technical support.
Central Bank of Libya2026-04-16
Central Bank of Libya agrees with Numisma Bank to continue U.S. dollar supplies and add British pound and euro cash
The Central Bank of Libya said it has agreed with Numisma Bank to continue supplying U.S. dollars in line with market needs and to add other foreign currencies, including the British pound and the euro. The update follows completion of the first phase of U.S. dollar supply and includes work on cash distribution, stronger compliance controls and new regulation of exchange activities.