The live mid-rate USD to PHP exchange rate is 55.66. Compare currency conversion rates - Reduce FX costs.
The best USD to PHP exchange rate is our partner deal rate of 55.38 from OFX . This is -0.5% compared to the mid-market rate 55.66.
The standard OFX USD-PHP rate is 53.2888, -4.3% from the mid-rate. Visit OFX here to secure the better rate.
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 Philippine peso (PHP) rates from different sources before making a conversion.
The Dollar to Peso comparison table above 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-PHP mid-rate (see Market Data below ) and the possible savings of using various providers.
US dollar (USD) to Philippine peso (PHP) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.
| Date | USD/PHP | Change | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
18 Apr 2025 | 56.69 | 1.9% ▼ | 2 Week |
01 Feb 2025 | 58.42 | 4.8% ▼ | 3 Month |
02 May 2024 | 57.49 | 3.2% ▼ | 1 Year |
03 May 2020 | 50.35 | 10.5% ▲ | 5 Year |
05 May 2015 | 44.62 | 24.7% ▲ | 10 Year |
07 May 2005 | 54.00 | 3% ▲ | 20 Year |
Here are some popular conversion amounts for USD to PHP (US dollar to Philippine peso)*.
*Converted at the current USDPHP interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.
The USD to PHP exchange rate is currently experiencing notable volatility, recently trading at 90-day lows near 55.66. This figure is approximately 2.9% below its three-month average of 57.34, indicating a relatively stable movement within a 5.1% range of 55.66 to 58.52.
Read our full review of recent USD to PHP forecasts.
There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting US dollar to Philippine peso:
Generally speaking, if you are buying Philippine peso with US dollar, then it's better for the USD/PHP exchange rate to be higher.
However working against you are the fees all foreign exchange providers charge for providing their service. These fees is usually contained within the exchange rate margin (or difference to the mid-rate).
The transaction margin you end up being charged can be considerably reduced by around a few percent (of total amount being exchanged) for travel money and possibly over 5% to 6% when sending money. The exact potential savings depends on the currencies being exchanged and the amount you are transferring and if you are willing to shop around.
Our real-time foreign transfer and travel money/cards comparison calculators make shopping around easy and help you calculate how much you can save.
Read our Currency guide to Philippines — a practical currency and money guide to travel in Philippines plus living and doing business with the Philippine peso.
It's worth noting that while these tips can help you save on exchange rates, it's important to be aware that no single method is guaranteed to provide the best exchange rate in every situation, and it may require some research and comparison-shopping to find the best option for your specific needs.
It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.
To help with this you can add USD/PHP to your personalised Rate Tracker to track and benefit from currency movements.
Rather than requiring you to set a target rate, our Rate Alerts keep you informed of recent trends and movements of currency pairs.
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