Casino typesThe Iranian rial (IRR) does not rank highly among live casino players, and there are several reasons for this. To begin with, gambling (any form) is illegal and punishable in Iran, which essentially means that the locals do not use it as much as they would if gambling were prohibited in the country. Moreover, the Iranian rial is the world's second-weakest currency, only better than the Venezuelan bolivar. For instance, $1 is equivalent to 41,205 IRR. The weakness in the currency is perhaps because Iran is subject to various international sanctions.
Irrespective, many international live casinos accept Iranian rials. International casinos? Yes, that is correct since the Iranian government does not license casino operators. Iran is a primarily Islamic state, which means all forms of gambling are prohibited. Thus, the only way out for Iranians who want to enjoy live dealer games is to turn to offshore casino operators.
Iranians who play online or live dealer casinos that accept their currency will reap some benefits. For instance, they can evade unfavorable exchange rates and fees. In addition, players can save time by depositing and withdrawing in Iranian rials.