1 UGX to UYU - Convert Ugandan Shilling to Uruguayan Peso

Looking at the 30-day window, the UGX/UYU pair traded in a range of 0.010400 to 0.011000. The monthly average was 0.010637 with 1.63% volatility. The relatively low volatility indicates stable trading conditions for the UGX/UYU currency pair.

The current mid-market exchange rate is 1 UGX = 0.010953 UYU, updated as of July 3, 2026, 6:32 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 Uruguayan Peso Exchange Rate

The UGX/UYU exchange rate tells you how many Uruguayan Peso (UYU) you receive for every Ugandan Shilling (UGX). At the current mid-market rate of 1 UGX = 0.010953 UYU, 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.

What Affects the UGX to UYU Rate

Exchange rates between Ugandan Shilling and Uruguayan Peso are influenced by central bank interest rate decisions, inflation differentials, trade balances, and broader economic data releases from both countries. Political stability, commodity prices, and global risk sentiment can also cause significant moves. Monitoring these factors helps explain why the UGX/UYU rate fluctuates throughout trading sessions and over longer time periods.

Sending Money from UGX to UYU

International money transfers from Ugandan Shilling to Uruguayan Peso 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.

Ugandan Shilling Overview

The Ugandan Shilling (UGX) is the official currency of Uganda. Coffee exports and remittances from the diaspora are important foreign exchange sources. Understanding the fundamentals behind UGX helps contextualize its exchange rate movements against UYU and other currencies.

Uruguayan Peso Overview

The Uruguayan Peso (UYU) is the official currency of Uruguay. Agriculture (beef, soybeans), tourism, and IT services drive what is often called the "Switzerland of South America." The UYU exchange rate against UGX reflects relative economic conditions between the two currency areas.