GBP to USD Currency Converter

Live British Pound to US Dollar exchange rate · 28+ currencies supported

Amount

From

1 British Pound

1.32 USD

US Dollar

Mid-market rate

1 GBP = 1.3218 USD

Updated 11:43:16 PM

Typical bank rate (~3% fee): 1.28 USD — you could lose 0.04 USD to hidden bank fees vs. the mid-market rate.

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GBP/USD Historical Rate

-1.62% over period

Market Insights

GBP has weakened against USD this week, losing 0.11%. Macro factors and global sentiment continue to influence the GBP/USD rate.

7D Change

-0.11%

30D Change

-1.25%

52W High

1.3817

52W Low

1.3044

About these rates: Exchange rates are sourced from the European Central Bank via Frankfurter API and updated daily. Mid-market rates shown are the fairest rates available. Banks and services typically add a 2–5% margin on top.

How Currency Convert X Works

Currency Convert X provides free, real-time mid-market exchange rates sourced directly from the European Central Bank (ECB) via the Frankfurter API. Mid-market rates — sometimes called interbank rates — are the midpoint between the buy and sell prices of two currencies. They represent the fairest rate available and are the benchmark used by financial institutions worldwide.

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Type any amount in the input field. The converter updates instantly as you type.

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Choose your source and target currencies from 28+ options including USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, INR, and more.

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See the converted amount at the real mid-market rate, plus how much you would lose to typical bank fees.

Unlike banks and currency exchange bureaus, Currency Convert X shows you the true interbank rate with no hidden markup. We also display a typical bank rate estimate (applying a standard 3% margin) so you can see exactly how much you save by using a service that offers rates closer to the mid-market rate, such as Wise, Revolut, or similar fintech platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current GBP to USD exchange rate?+

As of today, 1 GBP (British Pound) equals 1.3218 USD (US Dollar) at the mid-market rate. This rate is sourced from the European Central Bank and updated daily. To convert a different amount, use the converter above.

How do I convert GBP to USD?+

To convert GBP to USD, enter your amount in the field above, make sure "GBP" is selected as the source currency and "USD" as the target currency. The result appears instantly at the live mid-market rate. You can also click the swap button to reverse the conversion.

Are these exchange rates accurate?+

Yes. Currency Convert X displays mid-market exchange rates sourced directly from the European Central Bank (ECB) via the Frankfurter API. These are the fairest rates available — the midpoint between buy and sell prices. Banks and transfer services typically add a 2–5% margin on top of the mid-market rate.

How often are exchange rates updated?+

Exchange rates are updated daily by the European Central Bank (typically around 16:00 CET on business days). Currency Convert X fetches the latest data and caches it for up to 15 minutes, showing you the timestamp of the last update in the results panel.

Why does my bank charge a different rate?+

Banks and currency exchange services add a markup — typically 2–5% — to the mid-market rate to generate profit. This fee is often hidden inside the exchange rate rather than shown as an explicit charge. Currency Convert X shows you both the true mid-market rate and a typical bank rate estimate side by side, so you can see exactly how much you could save.

What is the mid-market rate?+

The mid-market rate (also called the interbank rate or spot rate) is the midpoint between the buy and sell prices of two currencies in the global foreign exchange market. It is the fairest, most transparent rate and is used as the international benchmark. No retail customer automatically gets this rate — but knowing it lets you compare how much markup any service adds.

Which currencies does Currency Convert X support?+

Currency Convert X supports 28+ major and minor currencies: USD (US Dollar), EUR (Euro), GBP (British Pound), JPY (Japanese Yen), CAD (Canadian Dollar), AUD (Australian Dollar), CHF (Swiss Franc), CNY (Chinese Yuan), INR (Indian Rupee), MXN (Mexican Peso), BRL (Brazilian Real), KRW (South Korean Won), SGD (Singapore Dollar), HKD (Hong Kong Dollar), NOK (Norwegian Krone), SEK (Swedish Krona), DKK (Danish Krone), NZD (New Zealand Dollar), ZAR (South African Rand), TRY (Turkish Lira), PLN (Polish Zloty), CZK (Czech Koruna), HUF (Hungarian Forint), ILS (Israeli Shekel), MYR (Malaysian Ringgit), PHP (Philippine Peso), THB (Thai Baht), and IDR (Indonesian Rupiah).

Can I see historical exchange rates?+

Yes. Currency Convert X includes a historical rate chart below the converter. You can view the exchange rate trend over the past 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, or 1 year. The chart also shows the percentage change over the selected period, helping you understand whether the rate has strengthened or weakened.

About Currency Convert X

Currency Convert X is a free, real-time currency converter designed for travelers, freelancers, investors, and anyone who needs to quickly understand the true value of money across borders. Unlike many currency tools, we display the genuine mid-market exchange rate — not a rate inflated by hidden markups.

Our data comes directly from the European Central Bank (ECB), the most authoritative source for foreign exchange reference rates. Rates are published on business days and cover the world's major traded currencies. By sourcing rates from the ECB rather than commercial data providers, we can offer this service entirely free of charge with no advertising or paywalls.

The historical rate charts let you analyze exchange rate trends over time — useful for deciding when to exchange currency, understanding macroeconomic movements, or benchmarking a rate you've been quoted. The bank fee comparison tool shows you the real cost of using traditional banks, which typically charge a 2–5% spread above the mid-market rate.