The PayPal USD to MYR rate is 4.0027. This is -5.4% below the mid-rate. Compare PayPal currency conversion rates - Reduce FX costs.
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The PayPal USD to MYR exchange rate is 4.0027. This is -5.4% compared to the latest USD-MYR mid-market rate 4.2310.
As exchange rates can vary significantly between banks and also between currency exchange providers, it's therefore important to carefully compare US dollar (USD) to Malaysian ringgit (MYR) rates from different sources before making a conversion.
The PayPal Dollar to Ringgit comparison table above makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by PayPal and other foreign exchange providers against the latest USD-MYR mid-rate (see Market Data below ) and the possible savings of using various providers.
When you use the PayPal to make a foreign transfer the total cost will depend on how you pay, but generally you will be charged between 4%-7% percent of the total amount being converted depending on how you pay.
When you use a debit/credit card to pay for your transfer you will be charged an extra 3% when you load your PayPal wallet.
The base foreign exchange rate at which PayPal obtains foreign currency is determined by 3rd party financial institutions, and are adjusted regularly based on market conditions. The exchange rate that PayPal then provides you also includes a processing fee above the base rate.
The exchange rate provided by PayPal is fixed for each currency and does not change for small or large amounts.
If you use your credit card to send a payment, you can usually opt to use your credit card provider’s conversion rate instead of PayPal's.
If you choose to use MasterCard or Visa’s exchange rate, the applied conversion rate will be shown on your credit card statement, and not at the time of the transaction.
When you use the PayPal App in the US to send a payment to a different currency, you will be using Xoom, a PayPal Service.
US dollar (USD) to Malaysian ringgit (MYR) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.
| Date | USD/MYR | Change | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
09 May 2025 | 4.3015 | 1.1% ▼ | 2 Week |
22 Feb 2025 | 4.4185 | 3.7% ▼ | 3 Month |
23 May 2024 | 4.7045 | 9.6% ▼ | 1 Year |
24 May 2020 | 4.3635 | 2.5% ▼ | 5 Year |
26 May 2015 | 3.6324 | 17.1% ▲ | 10 Year |
28 May 2005 | 3.7999 | 11.9% ▲ | 20 Year |
Here are some popular conversion amounts for USD to MYR (US dollar to Malaysian ringgit)*.
*Converted at the current USDMYR interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.
The USD to MYR exchange rate outlook is currently influenced by a complex web of trade tensions and shifting economic indicators. Recent currency market updates indicate that the US dollar (USD) is facing pressure due to uncertainty surrounding trade policies, particularly as President Trump has announced new tariffs impacting Malaysia, setting a reciprocal tariff rate of 24% on imports. This escalation in trade barriers is contributing to a broader weakening of the USD, which saw a notable decline, giving up gains made since Trump's election.
Read our full review of recent USD to MYR forecasts.
There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting US dollar to Malaysian ringgit:
Generally speaking, if you are buying Malaysian ringgit with US dollar, then it's better for the USD/MYR 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.
Read our Currency guide to Malaysia — a practical currency and money guide to travel in Malaysia plus living and doing business with the Malaysian ringgit.
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.
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.
To help with this you can add USD/MYR to your personalised Rate Tracker to track and benefit from currency movements.
Rather than requiring you to set a target rate, our Rate Alerts keep you informed of recent trends and movements of currency pairs.
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| United States (USD) | Malaysia (MYR) |
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