US dollar to Kuwaiti dinar (USD to KWD)
1 US dollar = 0.31053 Kuwaiti dinars on 19 Oct 2026 (daily reference rate). Over the past month it has moved +0.92% and over the past year +1.58%.
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Rate used: 1 USD = 0.31053 KWD, daily reference rate for 19 Oct 2026. This is a mid-market rate, not a quote from a bank or exchange.
USD to KWD chart
US dollar to Kuwaiti dinar conversion table
| USD | KWD |
|---|---|
| 10 USD | 3.105 KWD |
| 50 USD | 15.527 KWD |
| 100 USD | 31.053 KWD |
| 500 USD | 155.265 KWD |
| 1,000 USD | 310.530 KWD |
| 5,000 USD | 1,552.652 KWD |
| 10,000 USD | 3,105.304 KWD |
| 50,000 USD | 15,526.519 KWD |
| 100,000 USD | 31,053.038 KWD |
| 500,000 USD | 155,265.190 KWD |
| KWD | USD |
|---|---|
| 1 KWD | 3.22 USD |
| 5 KWD | 16.10 USD |
| 10 KWD | 32.20 USD |
| 25 KWD | 80.51 USD |
| 50 KWD | 161.01 USD |
| 100 KWD | 322.03 USD |
| 500 KWD | 1,610.15 USD |
| 1,000 KWD | 3,220.30 USD |
| 5,000 KWD | 16,101.48 USD |
| 10,000 KWD | 32,202.97 USD |
How the rate has moved
| Period | Change in 1 USD |
|---|---|
| 1 day | −0.14% |
| 1 week | −0.17% |
| 1 month | +0.92% |
| 3 months | +0.65% |
| 1 year | +1.58% |
| Since 2000 | +1.98% |
| 30-day average | 0.30968 KWD |
About the USD/KWD rate
This page converts US dollars (USD) into Kuwaiti dinars (KWD). The US dollar is the currency of the United States and is issued by the Federal Reserve. The Kuwaiti dinar is the currency of Kuwait and is issued by the Central Bank of Kuwait.
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 USD bought between 0.30567 (15 Dec 2025) and 0.31174 (14 Oct 2026) Kuwaiti dinars, and the 30-day average is 0.30968. Since 2000, when our history for this pair starts, 1 USD has moved from 0.30451 to 0.31053 KWD, a change of +1.98%.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| US Federal Reserve System (USD) | 3.88% | 17 Sep 2026 |
| Central Bank of Kuwait (KWD) | 3.50% | 11 Dec 2025 |
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 States, Kuwait
Frequently asked questions
What is the USD to KWD rate today?
On 19 Oct 2026 (the latest daily reference rate), 1 US dollar = 0.31053 Kuwaiti dinars. That is −0.14% against the previous close.
How much is 100 US dollars in Kuwaiti dinars?
At the latest rate, 100 USD = 31.053 KWD.
How much is 1 Kuwaiti dinar in US dollars?
At the latest rate, 1 KWD = 3.2203 USD.
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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