Bold, Colorful Currency Built for the Camera
UAE dirham notes stand out with their rich color coding and detailed Arabic and English typography, making them easy for audiences to recognize even in a quick cutaway shot. Our prop UAE Dirham banknotes are designed to match that same color intensity and layout, giving productions a currency stand-in that reads as authentic whether it's glimpsed briefly or held up in a close-up shot.
Avoid the Complications of Real Currency on Set
Sourcing large volumes of real AED for a shoot means bank withdrawals, currency exchange for international crews, and someone assigned to track every note between takes. Prop money removes that entire logistics chain. Cast members can count it, stuff it into bags, or scatter it across a table as many times as a scene requires, with no risk to real funds and no reconciliation needed at wrap.
Denomination Guide
| Note |
Common On-Screen Use |
| 5 AED |
Small purchases, register drawers |
| 10 AED |
Wallet shots, market or taxi scenes |
| 20 AED |
Everyday transaction scenes |
| 50 AED |
Mid-size handoffs, retail scenes |
| 100 AED |
Larger payouts, envelope reveals |
| 500 AED |
High-value moments, briefcase and bag scenes |
Printed to Hold Up Under Studio Lighting
Thin, flat paper reads as obviously fake once it's under bright lights or in motion. Our prop dirham notes are produced on stock chosen for the right weight and finish, so they fan, stack, and catch light the way real currency does — a detail that matters most in scenes where a bill is counted, riffled, or handed over on camera.
Novelty Currency, Clearly Marked
Every note includes intentional design differences and disclaimer text that keep it distinct from official UAE currency at all times. This keeps productions compliant when ordering, shipping, storing, or filming with these notes — no currency permits or import restrictions to navigate before your shoot.
Who Buys This Prop Currency
- Film and TV productions set in the UAE or the wider Gulf region
- Advertising agencies shooting luxury, finance, or lifestyle campaigns
- Content creators making money-themed YouTube or short-form videos
- Magicians and performers doing currency-based routines
- Casino night and high-roller themed event organizers
- Educators teaching about Middle Eastern currencies and trade
- Escape room and immersive experience designers
Ready to Ship for Tight Deadlines
50 AED and 100 AED notes are our most-ordered denominations and stay well-stocked to cover last-minute production needs. Order a small pack for a quick scene or a bulk quantity for a longer shoot — discounts apply automatically as your order size grows.
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