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Cheapest Currency In The World Compared To INR:  The value of a country’s currency is a mirror to its economic health, growth, and world status. Some currencies, as a result of ongoing inflation, political unrest, or poor management of the economy, fell on the list of the lowest valued currencies in the world. These lowest valued currencies showcase varied economic issues, which have led them to low rates among other nations. To learn more, here is a list of the ten lowest valued currencies in the world when valued against the Indian Rupee (INR) in 2025, according to the current international stock exchange as of May 17, 2025. 

List Of 10 Cheapest Currencies In The World Compared To The Indian Rupee (INR)

Rank Currency Country 1 INR Value I USD Value
1. IRR Iran 491.16 42,112.50
2. VND Vietnam 302.0 25,921.50
3. SLL Sierra Leone 266.2  22,780.0
4. LAK Laos 252.7  21,635.8
5.  IDR Indonesia 192.6 16,488.25
6. UZS Uzbekistan 151.28 12,945.60
7. GNF Guinea 101.27  8,659.46
8. PYG Paraguay 93.4 7,994.45
9. KHR Cambodia 46.9 4,016.27
10. UGX Uganda 42.7 3,655.08

  1. Iranian Rial (IRR)

The Iranian Rial is the lowest-valued currency in the world. Hyperinflation and a sharp decline in value are a result of year-long global sanctions, mismanagement of the economy, and political instability. As of May 17, 2025, 1 INR is equal to 491.16 IRR. 

  1. Vietnamese Dong (VND)

Despite Vietnam’s impressive growth, the Vietnamese Dong remains weak, mainly due to government policies that favour a low exchange rate to boost exports. The currency’s low value makes Vietnamese products competitive internationally, but it also reflects the past economic struggles of the nation. As of May 17, 2025, 1 INR is equal to 302.0 VND. 

  1. Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL)

Sierra Leone's weak currency has resulted from decades of civil war, corruption and poverty. The nation's dependence on mining and agriculture, along with minimal economic diversification, has maintained Leone's value at extremely low levels. As of May 17, 2025, 1 INR is equal to 266.2 SLL.

  1. Laotian Kip (LAK)

The Laotian Kip is low-valued owing to Laos's small industrial base, high inflation, and reliance on agriculture and hydropower exports. As of May 17, 2025, 1 INR is equal to 252.7 LAK.

  1. Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)

The low value of the Indonesian Rupiah stems from the country’s experience with financial crises, over-reliance on commodity exports, and vulnerability to fluctuations in global markets. Chronic inflation and foreign debt have weakened the nation’s economy. As of May 17, 2025, 1 INR is equal to 192.6 IDR.

  1. Uzbekistani Som (UZS)

The low value of the Som of Uzbekistan is due to the country's transition, commodity dependence, and gradual liberalisation of currencies. Although reforms are progressing, the value of the Som is still low by international standards. As of May 17, 2025, 1 INR is equal to 151.28 UZS.

  1. Guinean Franc (GNF)

Guinea's Franc is low on value, the reason being the nation's long-standing instability, corruption, and poor infrastructure. Heavy reliance on mining and agriculture, combined with political issues, has caused the currency to remain undervalued. As of May 17, 2025, 1 INR is equal to 101.27 GNF.

  1. Paraguayan Guarani (PYG)

The value of Paraguayan Guarani is lowest due to agricultural exports and frequent inflation in the country. External shocks and limited economic diversification have decreased the currency’s value. As of May 17, 2025, 1 INR is equal to 93.4 PYG.

  1. Cambodian Riel (KHR)

The value of the Cambodian Riel is low since Cambodia's economy is dollarised, with major transactions in US dollars. High inflation, as well as low international demand for the Riel, are major causes of its low value. As of May 17, 2025, 1 INR is equal to 46.9 KHR.

  1. Ugandan Shilling (UGX)

The Ugandan Shilling is undervalued on account of high inflation, political instability, and a dependence on agricultural exports. The country is currently trade-deficient and debt-burdened. As of May 17, 2025, 1 INR is equal to 42.7 UGX.