US dollar to Sri Lankan rupee (USD to LKR)
1 US dollar = 331.61 Sri Lankan rupees on 19 Oct 2026 (daily reference rate). Over the past month it has moved −0.01% and over the past year +9.61%.
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Rate used: 1 USD = 331.61 LKR, 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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US dollar to Sri Lankan rupee conversion table
| USD | LKR |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 331.61 LKR |
| 5 USD | 1,658.04 LKR |
| 10 USD | 3,316.07 LKR |
| 25 USD | 8,290.18 LKR |
| 50 USD | 16,580.37 LKR |
| 100 USD | 33,160.73 LKR |
| 500 USD | 165,803.65 LKR |
| 1,000 USD | 331,607.31 LKR |
| 5,000 USD | 1,658,037 LKR |
| 10,000 USD | 3,316,073 LKR |
| LKR | USD |
|---|---|
| 100 LKR | 0.302 USD |
| 500 LKR | 1.51 USD |
| 1,000 LKR | 3.02 USD |
| 5,000 LKR | 15.08 USD |
| 10,000 LKR | 30.16 USD |
| 50,000 LKR | 150.78 USD |
| 100,000 LKR | 301.56 USD |
| 500,000 LKR | 1,507.81 USD |
| 1,000,000 LKR | 3,015.62 USD |
| 5,000,000 LKR | 15,078.08 USD |
How the rate has moved
| Period | Change in 1 USD |
|---|---|
| 1 day | +0.16% |
| 1 week | +0.28% |
| 1 month | −0.01% |
| 3 months | −1.25% |
| 1 year | +9.61% |
| Since 2000 | +358.64% |
| 30-day average | 330.61 LKR |
About the USD/LKR rate
This page converts US dollars (USD) into Sri Lankan rupees (LKR). The US dollar is the currency of the United States and is issued by the Federal Reserve. The Sri Lankan rupee is the currency of Sri Lanka and is issued by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
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 302.78 (24 Oct 2025) and 345.29 (22 May 2026) Sri Lankan rupees, and the 30-day average is 330.61. Since 2000, when our history for this pair starts, 1 USD has moved from 72.3020 to 331.61 LKR, a change of +358.64%.
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 |
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
Frequently asked questions
What is the USD to LKR rate today?
On 19 Oct 2026 (the latest daily reference rate), 1 US dollar = 331.61 Sri Lankan rupees. That is +0.16% against the previous close.
How much is 100 US dollars in Sri Lankan rupees?
At the latest rate, 100 USD = 33,160.73 LKR.
How much is 1 Sri Lankan rupee in US dollars?
At the latest rate, 1 LKR = 0.003016 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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Educational information, not financial advice. Exchange rates are daily mid-market reference rates and may differ from the rates offered by banks and exchange companies.