Brazilian real to US dollar (BRL to USD)
1 Brazilian real = 0.19739 US dollars on 19 Oct 2026 (daily reference rate). Over the past month it has moved +1.16% and over the past year +7.50%.
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Rate used: 1 BRL = 0.19739 USD, daily reference rate for 19 Oct 2026. This is a mid-market rate, not a quote from a bank or exchange.
BRL to USD chart
Brazilian real to US dollar conversion table
| BRL | USD |
|---|---|
| 10 BRL | 1.97 USD |
| 50 BRL | 9.87 USD |
| 100 BRL | 19.74 USD |
| 500 BRL | 98.70 USD |
| 1,000 BRL | 197.39 USD |
| 5,000 BRL | 986.97 USD |
| 10,000 BRL | 1,973.93 USD |
| 50,000 BRL | 9,869.65 USD |
| 100,000 BRL | 19,739.30 USD |
| 500,000 BRL | 98,696.52 USD |
| USD | BRL |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 5.07 BRL |
| 5 USD | 25.33 BRL |
| 10 USD | 50.66 BRL |
| 25 USD | 126.65 BRL |
| 50 USD | 253.30 BRL |
| 100 USD | 506.60 BRL |
| 500 USD | 2,533.02 BRL |
| 1,000 USD | 5,066.03 BRL |
| 5,000 USD | 25,330.17 BRL |
| 10,000 USD | 50,660.35 BRL |
How the rate has moved
| Period | Change in 1 BRL |
|---|---|
| 1 day | +0.64% |
| 1 week | −1.53% |
| 1 month | +1.16% |
| 3 months | +0.90% |
| 1 year | +7.50% |
| Since 2000 | −64.08% |
| 30-day average | 0.19597 USD |
About the BRL/USD rate
This page converts Brazilian reais (BRL) into US dollars (USD). The Brazilian real is the currency of Brazil and is issued by the Central Bank of Brazil. The US dollar is the currency of the United States and is issued by the Federal Reserve.
The rate is the daily mid-market reference rate for 19 Oct 2026, compiled from open public exchange-rate data (history before March 2024 comes from the forex feed behind our forex pages, scaled to join smoothly). It is refreshed once a day, so it is a reference level, not a live quote. Over the last 12 months 1 BRL bought between 0.17881 (23 Dec 2025) and 0.20423 (11 May 2026) US dollars, and the 30-day average is 0.19597. Since 2000, when our history for this pair starts, 1 BRL has moved from 0.54957 to 0.19739 USD, a change of −64.08%.
When you exchange money, the rate you get depends on who you use. Banks, exchange companies, card networks and transfer services add a margin to the market rate. Treat this page as the reference and ask your provider for its quote before you send or convert money.
Interest rates behind the currencies
| Central bank | Policy rate | Last change |
|---|---|---|
| Central Bank of Brazil (BRL) | 13.75% | 17 Sep 2026 |
| US Federal Reserve System (USD) | 3.88% | 17 Sep 2026 |
A wider gap between two countries' policy rates tends to favour the higher-yielding currency, though inflation, trade and capital flows matter too. All rates: central bank interest rates. Country pages: Brazil, the United States
Frequently asked questions
What is the BRL to USD rate today?
On 19 Oct 2026 (the latest daily reference rate), 1 Brazilian real = 0.19739 US dollars. That is +0.64% against the previous close.
How much is 100 Brazilian reais in US dollars?
At the latest rate, 100 BRL = 19.74 USD.
How much is 1 US dollar in Brazilian reais?
At the latest rate, 1 USD = 5.0660 BRL.
Is this the rate my bank or exchange will give me?
No. This is a mid-market reference rate for the day. Banks, exchange companies, card networks and transfer services quote their own buy and sell rates, which include a margin, so the rate you get can be a little worse than the one shown here.
How often is the rate updated?
Once a day. It is a daily reference rate, not a live quote, and the chart shows weekdays only.
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