USD vs CHF
1 USD = 0.8286 CHF
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 / CHF| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 0.8332 2026-09-29 | 0.8286 | -0.56% | 0.8220 2026-10-22 | 0.8353 2026-10-01 | |
| 3 Months | 0.8200 2026-07-29 | 0.8286 | +1.04% | 0.7990 2026-08-20 | 0.8353 2026-10-01 | |
| 6 Months | 0.7890 2026-04-29 | 0.8286 | +5.02% | 0.7780 2026-05-07 | 0.8353 2026-10-01 | |
| 1 Year | 0.7974 2025-10-29 | 0.8286 | +3.92% | 0.7670 2026-02-10 | 0.8353 2026-10-01 | |
| 3 Years | 0.9014 2023-10-27 | 0.8286 | -8.08% | 0.7670 2026-02-10 | 0.9170 2025-01-14 | |
| 5 Years | 0.9112 2021-10-29 | 0.8286 | -9.07% | 0.7670 2026-02-10 | 1.014 2022-11-03 | |
| 10 Years | 0.9939 2016-10-28 | 0.8286 | -16.63% | 0.7670 2026-02-10 | 1.031 2016-12-20 |
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 CHF?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 USD equals 0.8286 CHF. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the USD to CHF exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 0.8286 CHF 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/CHF 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 CHF exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical USD/CHF exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About USD / CHF
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.
CHF — Swiss Franc
The Swiss Franc is the official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. It has a long reputation for stability and is widely treated as a safe-haven asset during financial turmoil.
Key Factors Affecting USD/CHF
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
CHF Drivers
- Swiss National Bank interventions and interest rates
- Global geopolitical uncertainty and safe-haven demand
- Swiss economic indicators and trade data
- EUR/CHF dynamics and European economic health
💡 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? — CHF
Switzerland's banking secrecy laws, established in 1934, helped make the Swiss franc synonymous with financial stability and privacy.
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.
Switzerland
Switzerland has a highly developed and stable economy, known for its banking sector, pharmaceuticals, and precision manufacturing. The Swiss National Bank (SNB) sets monetary policy and has at times intervened in currency markets to influence the franc's value.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22