1 UGX to USD - Convert Ugandan Shilling to US Dollar

Looking at the 30-day window, the UGX/USD pair traded in a range of 0.000266 to 0.000300. The monthly average was 0.000299 with 2.01% volatility. This downward movement of 11.3% suggests significant momentum in the UGX/USD exchange rate.

The current mid-market exchange rate is 1 UGX = 0.000267 USD, updated as of June 9, 2026, 2:20 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.

Ugandan Shilling to US Dollar Exchange Rate

The UGX/USD exchange rate tells you how many US Dollar (USD) you receive for every Ugandan Shilling (UGX). At the current mid-market rate of 1 UGX = 0.000267 USD, this pair reflects live supply and demand conditions on the global foreign exchange market. The rate updates every 15 minutes on this page, giving you the most current data available.

UGX/USD for Travelers and Businesses

Whether you are traveling, sending money internationally, or managing business payments, the UGX to USD rate directly affects your costs. Travelers should compare airport exchange counters, city center bureaux, and card-based options before converting. Businesses managing recurring cross-border payments benefit from setting up rate alerts and locking in favorable rates when they appear. The conversion table on this page helps you quickly reference common amounts.

Sending Money from UGX to USD

International money transfers from Ugandan Shilling to US Dollar can be made through banks, online transfer services, or specialist forex brokers. Transfer times range from instant to several business days depending on the corridor and provider. Online services like Wise, Revolut, and OFX typically offer better rates and lower fees than traditional bank wire transfers, though availability varies by country and currency pair.

Mid-Market Rate Explained

The mid-market rate of 1 UGX = 0.000267 USD shown on this page is the fairest available exchange rate. It sits exactly between the buy and sell prices quoted by major financial institutions. No single provider can offer exactly the mid-market rate since their business model requires a small spread, but the best providers come within 0.5-1% of this benchmark. Use our rate as your comparison baseline.

Reverse Rate: USD to UGX

The reverse exchange rate is 1 USD = 3,745.32 UGX. This is useful if you are starting with US Dollar and want to know how much Ugandan Shilling you will receive. Both the forward and reverse rates update simultaneously every 15 minutes on this page. You can also visit our dedicated USD to UGX converter for the reverse direction.