What's the dollar rate today?
Live USD exchange rates for Latin America's six largest economies, with independent analysis you can trust.
Rates as of
Today's USD exchange rates
A positive 24h change means the local currency weakened against the US dollar (more local currency per USD); negative means it strengthened.
Which Latin American currencies are performing best against the US dollar?
This chart shows the percentage change of Latin American currencies against the US Dollar for the selected time period. Positive values indicate strengthening, negative values indicate weakening against the USD.
How have Latin American currencies performed over time?
Track percentage changes in exchange rates relative to the US Dollar
Cut through the noise of Latin America
Get data-driven insights you can actually trust. No hidden agendas, no advertiser control. Just the best analysis from reliable sources, in charts.
No payment required. Upgrade anytime.
Frequently asked questions
How much is $100 USD in Latin American currencies right now?
Exchange rates vary by country and update daily from market data. For example, $100 USD might equal roughly 1,800 Mexican pesos, 500 Brazilian reals, or a far larger sum in Argentine pesos, depending on current rates. Banks and cash exchanges often add a markup; compare the total cost, not just the rate.
What are today's USD exchange rates for Latin America, and how often do they update?
Each country has its own USD rate — USD/MXN, USD/BRL, USD/ARS, and so on. These reflect the midpoint between buy and sell prices. Banks and exchanges add their own spreads, so compare total costs. The rates on this page reflect each market’s most recent daily close.
Why does my bank's rate differ from the rate shown here?
Banks, exchanges, and card networks add a spread on top of the mid-market rate and may charge fees. The effective rate is mid-market × (1 ± spread) ± fees — which is why your provider can differ from what you see here.
Can I see historical rates and the high/low for the year?
Yes. The performance chart lets you compare each currency over the last week, month, quarter, or year, and the per-pair pages show longer histories.
What fees should I expect when exchanging or sending money?
Typical fees include a transfer fee, the FX spread, ATM/cash withdrawal fees, and card cross-border fees. Compare total cost, not just the exchange rate.
What's the best time to exchange to get a good rate?
There's no guaranteed 'best' moment. For small amounts, fees and spreads dominate; for larger transfers, consider placing alerts and comparing providers. Weekends and holidays can widen spreads.
Do weekend or holiday rates differ?
Many providers pause or widen spreads when wholesale markets are closed. If you convert off-hours, expect a less favorable rate than during active trading.
How long does a USD transfer take, and are there limits?
Typically minutes to two business days, depending on payment method, recipient bank, and compliance reviews. Limits may apply and vary by provider and corridor.
How do I convert a Latin American currency back to USD?
The process is the same in reverse: amount in local currency ÷ current rate = USD amount. Consider fees and spreads for the reverse conversion as well.