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Best USD to LKR Exchange Rates Compared Live

The best USD to LKR exchange rate is 300.47. Compare foreign transfer and currency exchange rates, find better rates & deals.

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Comparing USD-LKR exchange rates

Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare US dollar (USD) to Sri Lankan rupee (LKR) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

The above Dollar to Sri Lankan rupee comparison table makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged vs the latest USD-LKR mid-rate (see below) and the possible savings of using another provider.

 

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USD to LKR Market Data

US dollar (USD) to Sri Lankan rupee (LKR) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
1 USD =
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📉3M
USD to LKR is at 90-day lows near 300.9, 4.1% below its 3-month average of 313.8, having traded in a fairly volatile 8.4% range from 300.9 to 326.1
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DateUSD/LKRChangePeriod
07 Jul 2023
311.07
5.6% â–²2 Week
22 Apr 2023
322.85
1.7% â–²3 Month
21 Jul 2022
360.33
8.9% â–¼1 Year
22 Jul 2018
158.86
106.7% â–²5 Year
23 Jul 2013
131.70
149.3% â–²10 Year
26 Jul 2003
97.16
237.9% â–²20 Year
USD/LKR historic rates & change to 21-Jul-2023
 

What are equivalent amounts of USD and LKR?

Here are some popular conversion amounts for USD to LKR (US dollar to Sri Lankan rupee)*.

USD LKR
$ 1 300.47
$ 5 1,502
$ 10 3,005
$ 20 6,009
$ 50 15,024
$ 100 30,047
$ 250 75,118
$ 500 150,235
$ 1,000 300,470
$ 2,000 600,940
$ 5,000 1,502,350
$ 10,000 3,004,700
$ 20,000 6,009,400
$ 50,000 15,023,500
$ 100,000 30,047,000
USD LKR
$ 0.0033 ₨ 1
$ 0.0166 ₨ 5
$ 0.0333 ₨ 10
$ 0.0666 ₨ 20
$ 0.1664 ₨ 50
$ 0.3328 ₨ 100
$ 0.8320 ₨ 250
$ 1.6640 ₨ 500
$ 3.3280 ₨ 1,000
$ 6.6560 ₨ 2,000
$ 16.64 ₨ 5,000
$ 33.28 ₨ 10,000
$ 66.56 ₨ 20,000
$ 166.40 ₨ 50,000
$ 332.80 ₨ 100,000

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*Converted at the current USDLKR interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.

 
 

Forecasts for USD to LKR

 

FX analysts are closely monitoring the USD to LKR exchange rate, which currently sits at 90-day lows near 302.1, reflecting a 3.8% decrease from its 3-month average of 314.1. This movement comes amidst ongoing political turmoil in Sri Lanka, further pressuring the Sri Lankan rupee against the US dollar. The LKR was already facing challenges due to reduced tourist income and its impact on foreign reserves, exacerbating the currency's decline.

Read our full review of recent USD to LKR forecasts.

 

How to get a good USD to LKR exchange rate

There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting US dollar to Sri Lankan rupee:

  1. Shop around for the best USD/LKR exchange rate: Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare rates from different sources before making a conversion.
  2. Timing is important: Keep an eye on the USD/LKR rate on currency markets, as exchange rates can fluctuate frequently. Try to make your transactions when the exchange rate is in your favor. You can do this easily with our BER Smart Rate Tracker.
  3. Use a credit/debit or travel card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees: Some credit cards charge additional fees for transactions made in a foreign currency, so it's important to check with your card issuer to see if they charge these fees and what their exchange rate is.
  4. Use a multi-currency account: Having a multi-currency account allows you to hold and transfer money in both USD and LKR at close to the interbank rate. It also allows you to make payments or withdrawals in the local currency while avoiding high conversion fees.
  5. Buy currency in advance: If you know that you will need foreign currency in the future, consider buying it in advance when the exchange rate is favorable.

The key is reducing excessive costs and fees

Generally speaking, if you are buying Sri Lankan rupee with US dollar, then it's better for the USD/LKR exchange rate to be higher.

However working against you are the fees all foreign exchange providers charge for providing their service. These fees is usually contained within the exchange rate margin (or difference to the mid-rate).

The transaction margin you end up being charged can be considerably reduced by around a few percent (of total amount being exchanged) for travel money and possibly over 5% to 6% when sending money. The exact potential savings depends on the currencies being exchanged and the amount you are transferring and if you are willing to shop around.

Our real-time foreign transfer and travel money/cards comparison calculators make shopping around easy and help you calculate how much you can save.

It's worth noting that while these tips can help you save on exchange rates, it's important to be aware that no single method is guaranteed to provide the best exchange rate in every situation, and it may require some research and comparison-shopping to find the best option for your specific needs.

Will the US dollar rise against the Sri Lankan rupee?

It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.

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Read our Currency guide to Sri Lanka - a practical currency and money guide to travel, living and doing business in Sri Lanka with the Sri Lankan rupee.

 
 
 

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