Convert Brazilian Real to Swiss Franc
BRL to CHF Exchange Rate Calculator
1 Brazilian Real (BRL) = 0.1571 Swiss Franc (CHF) at the live mid-market rate. That means $100 BRL converts to roughly 15.71 CHF, and $1,000 BRL converts to about 157.08 CHF. The BRL/CHF rate refreshes every hour from Frankfurter, which sources data from the European Central Bank reference set. Enter any amount below to convert instantly — free, no sign-up.
90-day BRL/CHF context
Over the past 90 days, BRL/CHF has traded between 0.1483 and 0.1594. The current rate of 0.1571 sits roughly 79% through that range — near the upper end, meaning Swiss Franc has been weaker than typical against Brazilian Real recently. Versus the rate 90 days ago, Brazilian Real has strengthened by 5.54% against Swiss Franc.
BRL/CHF Price History
Interactive BRL/CHF exchange rate chart with 7-day, 30-day, and 90-day views.
About Brazilian Real (BRL)
The Brazilian Real (BRL) is the official currency of Brazil, the largest economy in South America. Introduced in 1994 under the Plano Real to end hyperinflation, BRL has since become one of the most-traded emerging-market currencies, known for its high yields and sharp reactions to commodity prices.
- •Introduced in July 1994 to end hyperinflation that had peaked near 2,500% annually
- •Brazil's central bank (BCB) targets 3% CPI inflation with a tolerance band
- •Brazil is the world's largest exporter of soybeans, coffee, and sugar
- •BRL is one of the highest real-yielding currencies in the G20
- •Petrobras is state-controlled and its operational news moves BRL
About Swiss Franc (CHF)
The Swiss Franc (CHF) is the official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Backed by Switzerland's political neutrality, current-account surplus, and AAA-rated government debt, it is the textbook safe-haven currency — the first destination for capital during crises.
- •Switzerland runs one of the world's largest current-account surpluses relative to GDP
- •Swiss National Bank (SNB) held the EUR/CHF floor at 1.20 from 2011 until abandoning it on 15 January 2015
- •SNB balance sheet assets exceeded 110% of Swiss GDP at peak — the largest relative to GDP of any G10 central bank
- •Swiss gold reserves rank among the highest per capita globally
- •Switzerland's referendum system means monetary policy can be constrained by public votes
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is BRL more volatile than most G10 currencies?
BRL is an emerging-market currency, which means it is more sensitive to global risk appetite, commodity cycles, and US Dollar strength. Daily ranges of 1–3% are common during risk-off episodes, compared to 0.5–1% for major G10 pairs.
What is a typical daily range for BRL/CHF?
Daily ranges vary with volatility regimes. Majors like EUR/USD typically move 0.5–1.2% on quiet days and 2–3% on data-release days. Check the 30-day chart above for a sense of the current range.
What economic events move BRL/CHF the most?
The biggest scheduled catalysts are Copom (BCB) rate decisions and Brazilian fiscal announcements and SNB rate decisions and Swiss sight-deposit data. Geopolitical headlines and global risk sentiment also produce meaningful moves, especially when one currency is a safe-haven and the other is risk-sensitive.
Is it cheaper to convert BRL to CHF at a bank or online?
Online money-transfer services (Wise, Revolut, Remitly, InstaRem) typically offer rates much closer to the mid-market BRL/CHF than traditional banks. Always compare the total delivered amount, not just the advertised "fee" — many providers embed their margin in the exchange rate itself.
Does the BRL/CHF rate change on weekends?
The interbank forex market closes from Friday 21:00 UTC until Sunday 21:00 UTC, so mid-market BRL/CHF rates don't update during that window. Retail broker spreads often widen at Sunday open as Asian desks reopen, so the first few hours of the new week can carry wider execution costs.
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