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Barclays Bank GBP to USD Transfers Compared

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Understanding the Table:

The comparison table above helps you see the total cost of your Barclays Bank currency transaction by showing the exchange rates offered by different providers. It also makes it easy to spot potential savings from market-leading FX services compared to bank rates.

To see a full list of available providers, simply enter your transaction type, details and click ‘GET RATES’.

 
 

Compare Barclays Bank Exchange Rates & Fees - Save Time & Money

 

Our Barclays Bank GBP 1000 to USD rate is 1.2817. This is -4.9% below the mid-rate.

 
 
   

GBP to USD Market Data

British pound (GBP) to US dollar (USD) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
Sell GBP   →   Buy USD
1 GBP = 1.3482 USD
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GBP to USD is at 90-day highs near 1.3510, 1.5% above its 3-month average of 1.3306, having traded in a very stable 3.8% range from 1.3019 to 1.3510
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  1 USD = 0.7417 GBP

Is the GBP to USD Exchange Rate Likely to Improve?

Predicting exchange rate movements is always challenging, as they’re influenced by a wide range of economic and geopolitical factors. One useful way to assess the current value of the British pound against the US dollar is to review how the GBP/USD rate has changed over time.

The table below shows the percentage change in the GBP to USD exchange rate across various timeframes—from the past 2 weeks to the last 20 years:

DateGBP/USDChangePeriod
16 Dec 2025
1.3426
0.6% ▲2 Week
01 Oct 2025
1.3478
0.2% ▲3 Month
30 Dec 2024
1.2548
7.6% ▲1 Year
31 Dec 2020
1.3672
1.2% ▼5 Year
02 Jan 2016
1.4760
8.5% ▼10 Year
04 Jan 2006
1.7575
23.1% ▼20 Year
GBP/USD historic rates & change to 30-Dec-2025

Currency Forecasts related to GBP/USD

GBP to USD 2026 Forecasts

The GBP/USD exchange rate currently leans bullish, primarily supported by recent signals from the Bank of England (BoE) indicating a cautious approach...

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GBP to EUR 2026 Forecasts

The GBP to EUR exchange rate is currently bearish, reflecting mixed signals from both currencies.

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GBP to JPY 2026 Forecasts

The current market bias for the GBP to JPY exchange rate is bullish.

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Current market bias: The GBP/USD exchange rate leans bullish. Key drivers: - Interest rate differential suggests a gradual rate cut by the Bank of England, while the Federal Reserve is cautious with its own cuts amid persistent US inflation. - Strengthening UK retail sales indicate stabilizing consumer spending, supporting the pound further. Near-term range: Expect fluctuations influenced by economic data releases. What could change it: An unexpected surge in UK growth could boost the pound, while a strong US economic report may pressure the GBP/USD lower. --- GBP/USD bullish as BoE signals cautious rate cuts; US inflation slowing. Key UK retail sales data supports the pound. Watch for possible swings driven by upcoming economic data, as stronger US reports could dampen the outlook. #GBPUSD #forex

 

GBP to USD Conversion: What Is Your Money Worth?

To help you understand the real-world value of the current exchange rate, the table below shows how much British pound are worth in US dollar across a range of amounts.

This gives a quick view of what you’d get when converting different GBP amounts at today’s rate * :

GBP USD
£ 1 $ 1.3482
£ 5 $ 6.7410
£ 10 $ 13.48
£ 20 $ 26.96
£ 50 $ 67.41
£ 100 $ 134.82
£ 250 $ 337.05
£ 500 $ 674.10
£ 1,000 $ 1,348
£ 2,000 $ 2,696
£ 5,000 $ 6,741
£ 10,000 $ 13,482
£ 20,000 $ 26,964
£ 50,000 $ 67,410
£ 100,000 $ 134,820
GBP USD
£ 0.7417 $ 1
£ 3.7085 $ 5
£ 7.4170 $ 10
£ 14.83 $ 20
£ 37.09 $ 50
£ 74.17 $ 100
£ 185.43 $ 250
£ 370.85 $ 500
£ 741.70 $ 1,000
£ 1,483 $ 2,000
£ 3,709 $ 5,000
£ 7,417 $ 10,000
£ 14,834 $ 20,000
£ 37,085 $ 50,000
£ 74,170 $ 100,000

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

 
 

What is the Barclays Bank Send Money conversion rate for GBP to USD?

The Barclays Bank GBP to USD exchange rate is 1.2817. This is -4.9% compared to the latest GBP-USD mid-market rate 1.3482.

As exchange rates can vary significantly between banks and also between currency exchange providers, it's therefore important to carefully compare British pound (GBP) to US dollar (USD) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

The above Barclays Bank - Sterling to Dollar comparison table makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by Barclays Bank and other foreign exchange providers against the latest GBP-USD mid-rate and the possible savings of using various providers. 

How do Barclays Bank GBP-USD rates compare between providers?

Looking at the full GBP to USD - Send Money comparison table the provider with the best GBP to USD exchange rate is Wise at 1.3421, -0.45% from the latest mid-market rate 1.3482.

The next best is OFX at 1.3415, -0.5% from the mid-rate.

Then XE at 1.3401, which is -0.6% from the mid-rate.

The Western Union rate is 1.3348 which is -0.99% from the mid-rate.

Among the banks the Lloyds Bank rate is 1.2654 at -6.1% the Royal Bank of Scotland rate is 1.2735 at -5.5% and the Barclays Bank rate is 1.2817 at -4.9% compared to the mid-rate 1.3482.

It's important to note that exchange rates also fluctuate frequently due to market conditions. Additionally, banks like Barclays Bank often apply a margin to the exchange rate, resulting in a less favorable rate for customers compared to the mid-market rate. For more competitive rates, you might consider using a specialized currency exchange service or platforms that offer rates closer to the mid-market rate.

 

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