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USD to LKR Exchange Rates & Currency Deals

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Understanding the Table:

The comparison table above helps you see the total cost of your 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’.

 
 
   

USD to LKR Market Data

US dollar (USD) to Sri Lankan rupee (LKR) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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1 USD = 309.51 LKR
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USD to LKR at 309.4 is 1.1% above its 3-month average of 306, having traded in a very stable 2.8% range from 301.3 to 309.6
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  1 LKR = 0.003231 USD

Is the USD to LKR 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 US dollar against the Sri Lankan rupee is to review how the USD/LKR rate has changed over time.

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

DateUSD/LKRChangePeriod
07 Jul 2023
311.07
5.6% ▲2 Week
22 Apr 2023
322.85
1.7% ▲3 Month
21 Jul 2022
360.33
8.9% ▼1 Year
22 Jul 2018
158.86
106.7% ▲5 Year
23 Jul 2013
131.70
149.3% ▲10 Year
26 Jul 2003
97.16
237.9% ▲20 Year
USD/LKR historic rates & change to 21-Jul-2023

Currency Forecasts related to USD/LKR

USD to LKR 2025 Forecasts

The recent fluctuations in the USD to LKR exchange rate have been influenced by a variety of economic signals both from the United States and Sri Lanka.

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USD to EUR 2025 Forecasts

Recent forecasts concerning the USD to EUR exchange rate indicate a bearish outlook for the US dollar (USD) while the euro (EUR) experiences limited strength.

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USD to JPY 2025 Forecasts

Recent forecasts for the USD to JPY exchange rate indicate a bearish outlook for the US dollar, primarily driven by expectations for aggressive rate cuts by...

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The USD to LKR exchange rate currently has a bearish bias as the US dollar weakens. Key drivers include a potential interest rate reduction by the Federal Reserve, with expectations of up to three cuts by mid-2026, impacting the dollar's strength. Meanwhile, the Sri Lankan Rupee benefits from rising tourism and remittance income, despite facing challenges from Cyclone Ditwah's aftermath. In the near-term, the USD to LKR is expected to trade within a stable range around recent levels. Experts note the currency has recently been at 309.4, slightly above the three-month average of 306. Potential upside risks could arise from significant global growth improvements, while downside risks include negative domestic factors like further severe weather or political instability in Sri Lanka. --- Update: USD to LKR is bearish as the US dollar weakens. Fed may cut rates up to 3 times by mid-2026, hurting the dollar. Meanwhile, LKR is supported by rising tourism & remittances but remains vulnerable to domestic issues. Stabilizing range expected ahead

 

USD to LKR 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 US dollar are worth in Sri Lankan rupee across a range of amounts.

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

USD LKR
$ 1 ₨ 309.51
$ 5 ₨ 1,548
$ 10 ₨ 3,095
$ 20 ₨ 6,190
$ 50 ₨ 15,476
$ 100 ₨ 30,951
$ 250 ₨ 77,378
$ 500 ₨ 154,755
$ 1,000 ₨ 309,510
$ 2,000 ₨ 619,020
$ 5,000 ₨ 1,547,550
$ 10,000 ₨ 3,095,100
$ 20,000 ₨ 6,190,200
$ 50,000 ₨ 15,475,500
$ 100,000 ₨ 30,951,000
USD LKR
$ 0.0032 ₨ 1
$ 0.0162 ₨ 5
$ 0.0323 ₨ 10
$ 0.0646 ₨ 20
$ 0.1616 ₨ 50
$ 0.3231 ₨ 100
$ 0.8078 ₨ 250
$ 1.6155 ₨ 500
$ 3.2310 ₨ 1,000
$ 6.4620 ₨ 2,000
$ 16.16 ₨ 5,000
$ 32.31 ₨ 10,000
$ 64.62 ₨ 20,000
$ 161.55 ₨ 50,000
$ 323.10 ₨ 100,000

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

 
 

What is the best Send Money conversion rate for USD to LKR?

The best USD to LKR exchange rate is 307.66 from XE. This is -0.6% compared to the mid-market rate 309.51.

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 Sri Lankan rupee (LKR) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

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

How do USD-LKR rates compare between providers?

Looking at the full USD to LKR - Send Money comparison table the provider with the best USD to LKR exchange rate is XE at 307.66, -0.6% from the latest mid-market rate 309.51.

The next best is Wise at 305.87, -1.2% from the mid-rate.

Then Western Union at 304.56, which is -1.6% from the mid-rate.

Among the banks the Chase Bank rate is 275.61 at -11% the Wells Fargo Bank rate is 274.68 at -11.3% and the Citibank rate is 288.92 at -6.7% compared to the mid-rate 309.51.

It's important to note that exchange rates also fluctuate frequently due to market conditions. Additionally, banks and foreign exchange providers 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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