USD vs BRL
1 USD = 5.3516 BRL
ECB reference rate of 2026-10-29 (published business days ~16:00 CET) · Mid-market rate, bank spreads and fees not included
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
USD / BRL| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 5.2115 2026-09-29 | 5.3516 | +2.69% | 4.9686 2026-10-06 | 5.5884 2026-10-26 | |
| 3 Months | 5.1202 2026-07-29 | 5.3516 | +4.52% | 4.9686 2026-10-06 | 5.5884 2026-10-26 | |
| 6 Months | 4.9854 2026-04-29 | 5.3516 | +7.35% | 4.9019 2026-05-11 | 5.5884 2026-10-26 | |
| 1 Year | 5.3472 2025-10-29 | 5.3516 | +0.08% | 4.9019 2026-05-11 | 5.5884 2026-10-26 | |
| 3 Years | 4.9759 2023-10-27 | 5.3516 | +7.55% | 4.8291 2023-12-27 | 6.2852 2024-12-19 | |
| 5 Years | 5.6417 2021-10-29 | 5.3516 | -5.14% | 4.5933 2022-04-05 | 6.2852 2024-12-19 | |
| 10 Years | 3.1900 2016-10-28 | 5.3516 | +67.76% | 3.0419 2017-02-16 | 6.2852 2024-12-19 |
Then, Now, Low and High are daily ECB reference rates (one observation per business day, not intraday highs or lows); Then is the last business day on or before the start of the period. Trend lines plot daily (1 month), weekly (3 months–1 year) or monthly (3–10 years) observations, always keeping the first and last. Missing days are left out, not estimated. Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 USD in BRL?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 USD equals 5.3516 BRL. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the USD to BRL exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 5.3516 BRL per 1 USD. The ECB publishes once per business day around 16:00 CET, so the rate does not change over weekends or holidays.
Where does CurrencyVersus get its USD/BRL data?
CurrencyVersus sources all exchange rate data from the Frankfurter API, which provides European Central Bank (ECB) reference rates. The ECB publishes these once per business day, around 16:00 CET; they are not live market quotes. Gold and silver prices come separately from gold-api.com and update more often than the daily ECB reference rates.
Can I view historical USD to BRL exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical USD/BRL exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About USD / BRL
USD — US Dollar
The United States Dollar is widely used in international trade, finance and central bank reserves. Commodities such as gold and oil are priced in dollars, and many cross-border loans and bonds are denominated in dollars.
BRL — Brazilian Real
The Brazilian Real is the official currency of Brazil, one of South America's major economies. It was introduced in 1994 as part of an economic stabilization plan that successfully curbed hyperinflation.
Key Factors Affecting USD/BRL
USD Drivers
- Federal Reserve interest rate decisions
- US employment and inflation data
- Global risk sentiment and safe-haven demand
- US trade balance and fiscal policy
BRL Drivers
- Brazilian interest rate (Selic rate) decisions
- Commodity prices, especially soybeans and iron ore
- Political stability and fiscal policy
- Global emerging market sentiment
💡 Did You Know? — USD
Several countries outside the United States use the US dollar as their own official currency, and many others keep their currency pegged to it — a practice known as dollarization.
💡 Did You Know? — BRL
Before the Real was introduced in 1994, Brazil went through a long series of currency changes over the preceding decades as it battled chronic high inflation.
Economy Overview
United States
The United States is one of the world's major economies, with large and liquid financial markets. The Federal Reserve (Fed) manages monetary policy, and its interest rate decisions have a significant impact on the dollar's value globally.
Brazil
Brazil has a diverse economy with strong agricultural exports (soybeans, coffee, beef), significant oil reserves, and a growing services sector. The Central Bank of Brazil sets monetary policy.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22