Convert Swedish Krona to British Pound
SEK to GBP Exchange Rate Calculator
1 Swedish Krona (SEK) = 0.0802 British Pound (GBP) at the live mid-market rate. That means $100 SEK converts to roughly 8.02 GBP, and $1,000 SEK converts to about 80.17 GBP. The SEK/GBP 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 SEK/GBP context
Over the past 90 days, SEK/GBP has traded between 0.0793 and 0.0816. The current rate of 0.0802 sits roughly 39% through that range — in the middle of the recent range. Versus the rate 90 days ago, Swedish Krona has weakened by 1.66% against British Pound.
SEK/GBP Price History
Interactive SEK/GBP exchange rate chart with 7-day, 30-day, and 90-day views.
About Swedish Krona (SEK)
The Swedish Krona (SEK) is the official currency of Sweden, issued by the Riksbank — the world's oldest central bank, founded in 1668. SEK is one of the more liquid Scandinavian currencies and is strongly correlated with European economic conditions despite Sweden remaining outside the Eurozone.
- •Riksbank founded 1668 — the world's oldest central bank still in operation
- •Sweden is among the world's most cashless societies; cash is under 9% of point-of-sale transactions
- •Sweden voted against joining the Euro in a 2003 referendum
- •Riksbank targets 2% CPIF inflation
- •SEK is correlated with EUR because ~60% of Swedish exports go to the EU
About British Pound (GBP)
The British Pound Sterling (GBP) is the official currency of the United Kingdom and one of the oldest currencies in continuous use, dating back over 1,200 years. It is issued by the Bank of England and is the fourth-most-traded currency globally.
- •In continuous use since Anglo-Saxon England — older than any major fiat rival
- •Fourth-most-traded currency, ~13% of daily global forex turnover
- •Bank of England sets Bank Rate via its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)
- •GBP/USD carries the traders' nickname "Cable" from the 19th-century transatlantic telegraph cable
- •The UK left the EU on 31 January 2020; Brexit still shapes GBP volatility around trade headlines
Frequently Asked Questions
How does European economic data affect SEK/GBP?
Both Scandinavian and G10 European currencies are tightly linked to Eurozone economic conditions through trade flows and financial correlations. Eurozone CPI, ECB decisions, and German manufacturing data all move SEK/GBP.
What is a typical daily range for SEK/GBP?
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 SEK/GBP the most?
The biggest scheduled catalysts are Riksbank decisions and Swedish CPI and Bank of England MPC meetings, UK CPI, and UK jobs reports. 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 SEK to GBP at a bank or online?
Online money-transfer services (Wise, Revolut, Remitly, InstaRem) typically offer rates much closer to the mid-market SEK/GBP 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 SEK/GBP rate change on weekends?
The interbank forex market closes from Friday 21:00 UTC until Sunday 21:00 UTC, so mid-market SEK/GBP 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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