Introduction
This free currency calculator lets you convert money between 34 world currencies in seconds. Just enter an amount, pick your currencies, and get results based on mid-market exchange rates. You can also see how much a bank fee or spread will cost you, so you know exactly what you lose on each conversion.
Beyond simple conversions, this tool lets you convert one amount into many currencies at once, plug in your own custom exchange rate, look up historical rates with charts, and view a live rates dashboard with 24-hour trends. Whether you are planning a trip, sending money abroad, or comparing rates from your bank, this calculator gives you the numbers you need to make smart choices with your money.
How to Use Our Currency Calculator
Enter an amount and pick two currencies to see how much your money is worth in another country's money. The calculator shows your converted amount, fee costs, historical rates, and a live rates dashboard.
Currency Converter
From Amount: Type the amount of money you want to convert. This is the number you start with.
From Currency: Pick the currency you are converting from. This is the money you currently have.
To Currency: Pick the currency you want to convert to. This is the money you want to receive.
Swap Button: Click the arrow button between the two currencies to switch them instantly.
Quick Amounts: Click a preset button like 100, 500, 1,000, 5,000, or 10,000 to fill in the amount fast.
Provider Fee / Spread (%): Enter the percentage your bank or money service charges on top of the exchange rate. The calculator then shows what you actually receive after that fee and what a full round-trip conversion would cost. If you need help figuring out how percentage markups work, our Percentage Calculator can assist.
Show Popular Currencies Only: Turn this switch on to shorten the currency dropdowns to only the most common currencies.
Multi-Currency Conversion
Base Amount: Type the amount you want to convert into several currencies at once.
Base Currency: Pick the currency you are starting with.
Target Currencies: Check the boxes for every currency you want to see results for. The table below updates with each converted amount.
Use Your Own Exchange Rate
Amount: Type the amount of money you want to convert using your own rate.
From and To Currency: Pick the two currencies for your custom conversion.
Your Rate: Enter the exact exchange rate you were quoted or want to test. The tool shows your result and compares it to the mid-market rate so you can see the difference.
Historical Rate Lookup
From and To Currency: Pick the two currencies you want to look up past rates for.
Date Range: Choose a preset time period like 1 week, 1 month, or 1 year. Pick "Custom dates" to type in your own start and end dates.
Start Date and End Date: These fields appear when you choose "Custom dates." Enter the dates you want to view. The chart and stats update to show the high, low, average, and percentage change for that period.
Live Rates Dashboard
Base Currency: Pick the currency all dashboard rates are measured against.
Invert Rates: Turn this switch on to flip the rates so you see how much of your base currency one unit of each target currency buys.
Add Currency: Type a currency code or name and click the plus button to add it to the dashboard table.
Major / All Tabs: Click "Major currencies" to see only the most traded currencies or "All currencies" to see every currency on your list.
When you travel to another country or buy something from a foreign store, you need to change your money into a different currency. This is called currency conversion. Every currency in the world has a value compared to every other currency, and that value is called an exchange rate. Exchange rates go up and down throughout the day based on trade, news, and how strong each country's economy is. If you are budgeting for an international trip, our Cost of Living Calculator can help you compare everyday expenses between countries, and the Flight Time Calculator is useful for planning your journey.
The mid-market rate is the fairest exchange rate between two currencies. It sits right in the middle of what buyers pay and what sellers ask for. Banks, airports, and money transfer services almost never give you this rate. They add a fee or spread on top, which is how they make money. This markup can range from less than 1% to over 5%, so it pays to compare providers before you exchange. For international online payments, you may also want to check the PayPal Fee Calculator to see what fees apply when sending money across borders.
A round-trip cost shows how much money you lose if you convert your money to another currency and then convert it back. Fees get charged both ways, so the total loss adds up fast. For example, if a provider charges 3% each way, you lose roughly 6% of your original amount. Knowing this helps you decide if a conversion is worth it. If you trade currencies actively, our Forex Profit Calculator can help you estimate profits and losses on trades, and the Margin Calculator is useful for understanding markups and spreads.
Looking at historical exchange rates can help you spot trends. If a currency has been getting weaker over time, you might want to exchange sooner. If it has been getting stronger, waiting could save you money. While past rates do not predict the future, they give you useful context for making smarter decisions with your money. Keep in mind that inflation also erodes purchasing power over time, so the real value of a currency involves more than just the exchange rate. For those investing internationally, tools like the Stock Profit Calculator, ROI Calculator, and Investment Calculator can help you evaluate returns denominated in foreign currencies, while the Gold Price Calculator is handy for pricing precious metals across different currency markets.