British pound to US dollar (GBP to USD)
1 British pound = 1.3326 US dollars on 19 Oct 2026 (daily reference rate). Over the past month it has moved −0.38% and over the past year −0.83%.
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Rate used: 1 GBP = 1.3326 USD, daily reference rate for 19 Oct 2026. This is a mid-market rate, not a quote from a bank or exchange.
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British pound to US dollar conversion table
| GBP | USD |
|---|---|
| 1 GBP | 1.33 USD |
| 5 GBP | 6.66 USD |
| 10 GBP | 13.33 USD |
| 25 GBP | 33.32 USD |
| 50 GBP | 66.63 USD |
| 100 GBP | 133.26 USD |
| 500 GBP | 666.32 USD |
| 1,000 GBP | 1,332.63 USD |
| 5,000 GBP | 6,663.16 USD |
| 10,000 GBP | 13,326.32 USD |
| USD | GBP |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 0.750 GBP |
| 5 USD | 3.75 GBP |
| 10 USD | 7.50 GBP |
| 25 USD | 18.76 GBP |
| 50 USD | 37.52 GBP |
| 100 USD | 75.04 GBP |
| 500 USD | 375.20 GBP |
| 1,000 USD | 750.39 GBP |
| 5,000 USD | 3,751.97 GBP |
| 10,000 USD | 7,503.95 GBP |
How the rate has moved
| Period | Change in 1 GBP |
|---|---|
| 1 day | +0.18% |
| 1 week | +0.68% |
| 1 month | −0.38% |
| 3 months | −0.99% |
| 1 year | −0.83% |
| Since 2002 | −9.25% |
| 30-day average | 1.3259 USD |
About the GBP/USD rate
This page converts British pounds (GBP) into US dollars (USD). The British pound is the currency of the United Kingdom and is issued by the Bank of England. 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 GBP bought between 1.3023 (5 Nov 2025) and 1.3809 (29 Jan 2026) US dollars, and the 30-day average is 1.3259. Since 2002, when our history for this pair starts, 1 GBP has moved from 1.4684 to 1.3326 USD, a change of −9.25%.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of England (GBP) | 3.75% | 18 Dec 2025 |
| 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: the United Kingdom, the United States
Frequently asked questions
What is the GBP to USD rate today?
On 19 Oct 2026 (the latest daily reference rate), 1 British pound = 1.3326 US dollars. That is +0.18% against the previous close.
How much is 100 British pounds in US dollars?
At the latest rate, 100 GBP = 133.26 USD.
How much is 1 US dollar in British pounds?
At the latest rate, 1 USD = 0.75039 GBP.
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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