Convert Brazilian Real to US Dollar
BRL to USD Exchange Rate Calculator
1 Brazilian Real (BRL) = 0.1988 US Dollar (USD) at the live mid-market rate. That means $100 BRL converts to roughly 19.88 USD, and $1,000 BRL converts to about 198.81 USD. The BRL/USD 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/USD context
Over the past 90 days, BRL/USD has traded between 0.1887 and 0.2040. The current rate of 0.1988 sits roughly 66% through that range — in the middle of the recent range. Versus the rate 90 days ago, Brazilian Real has strengthened by 3.67% against US Dollar.
BRL/USD Price History
Interactive BRL/USD 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 US Dollar (USD)
The United States Dollar (USD) is the world's primary reserve currency and the single most traded currency in global foreign exchange markets. Issued by the Federal Reserve System since 1913, it anchors the DXY (U.S. Dollar Index) and sits on one side of roughly 88% of all forex transactions.
- •Involved in ~88% of all daily forex turnover (BIS Triennial Survey)
- •Accounts for roughly 58% of allocated central bank reserves (IMF COFER)
- •Primary invoicing currency for global oil, metals, and most commodities
- •Dollar-denominated debt issued outside the US exceeds $13 trillion
- •The Federal Reserve sets the federal funds rate, which drives USD strength globally
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/USD?
Daily ranges vary with volatility regimes. Majors like this pair 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/USD the most?
The biggest scheduled catalysts are Copom (BCB) rate decisions and Brazilian fiscal announcements and FOMC decisions, non-farm payrolls (first Friday monthly), and US CPI releases. 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 USD at a bank or online?
Online money-transfer services (Wise, Revolut, Remitly, InstaRem) typically offer rates much closer to the mid-market BRL/USD 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/USD rate change on weekends?
The interbank forex market closes from Friday 21:00 UTC until Sunday 21:00 UTC, so mid-market BRL/USD 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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