1 BDT to USD - Convert Bangladeshi Taka to US Dollar

Looking at the 30-day window, the BDT/USD pair traded in a range of 0.007900 to 0.008400. The monthly average was 0.008120 with 2.06% volatility. The relatively low volatility indicates stable trading conditions for the BDT/USD currency pair.

The current mid-market exchange rate is 1 BDT = 0.008112 USD, updated as of July 3, 2026, 7:40 AM UTC. Mid-market rates represent the fairest available rate and are the midpoint between buy and sell prices on global currency markets. Actual transaction rates from banks or money transfer services may include a markup above this rate.

Bangladeshi Taka to US Dollar Exchange Rate

BDT/USD shows how many dollars one Bangladeshi taka can buy. For the millions of Bangladeshi workers abroad and the country's growing garment export industry, this reverse rate matters when evaluating the dollar purchasing power of taka-denominated earnings, savings, and contracts.

The Ready-Made Garment Giant

Bangladesh is the world's second-largest garment exporter after China, shipping over $45 billion worth of clothing annually to brands like H&M, Zara, Primark, Unilever, and Gap. The industry employs over 4 million workers, roughly 80% of them women, and accounts for more than 80% of Bangladesh's total export earnings. These contracts are priced in dollars, creating a massive flow of foreign currency into the country. When global fashion brands place larger orders or prices rise, more dollars enter Bangladesh and support the taka. During the 2020 pandemic, order cancellations worth billions hit the industry hard, reducing dollar inflows and pressuring the taka. The garment sector's health is essentially the taka's health, making BDT/USD one of the most fashion-industry-linked currency rates in the world.

What Drives the BDT/USD Rate

Garment export revenue, remittance inflows, Bangladesh Bank policy, energy import costs, and foreign reserve levels are the primary factors. The country's growing pharmaceutical and IT service exports are diversifying dollar sources, but garments still dominate. On the broader stage, Fed policy and dollar strength set the external environment for all emerging market currencies including the taka.

What a Conversion Really Costs

Converting taka to dollars in Bangladesh is regulated and can be more restrictive than the reverse. Banks charge 1.5-3% above mid-market for outward conversions. For Bangladeshis traveling abroad, purchasing dollars requires documentation and is subject to annual limits. Licensed money changers offer slightly better rates than banks for permitted transactions. Digital banking services in Bangladesh have expanded forex access but outward conversion remains more controlled than inward remittances.

How to Get the Best BDT to USD Rate

Check the mid-market rate on this page as your baseline. For outward remittances, bank rates vary so comparing multiple options is worthwhile. The gap between the best and worst bank rate on a given day can exceed 1%, which matters on larger amounts. For returning workers converting remaining taka, airport exchange counters in Dhaka offer poor rates compared to city banks. For Bangladeshis working in the Gulf who receive end-of-contract settlements in dollars, converting through a reputable exchange company in Dhaka or Chittagong rather than at the airport can save thousands of taka on larger amounts.