AED to USD — today's rate explained
As of 2026-07-08, 1 UAE Dirham equals 0.272294 US Dollar at the mid-market exchange rate. This is the fairest reference rate — the midpoint between what buyers and sellers are paying on global currency markets.
Central-bank policy in both the United Arab Emirates and the United States influences the UAE Dirham to US Dollar rate — particularly when interest-rate paths diverge.
About the AED and USD
UAE Dirham (AED, د.إ): The UAE Dirham has been pegged to the US Dollar at a fixed rate since 1997. It is the official currency of the United Arab Emirates.
US Dollar (USD, $): The US Dollar is the world's primary reserve currency and the most traded currency on global foreign-exchange markets. It is used in the United States.
What moves the AED/USD exchange rate?
Exchange rates respond to interest-rate decisions by central banks such as Central Bank of the UAE and Federal Reserve, inflation data, trade balances, and geopolitical events.
For AED/USD specifically, shifts in capital flows between the United Arab Emirates and the United States, changes in commodity prices, and differences in economic growth rates all contribute to daily rate movements.
AED to USD — 30-day performance
Over the past 30 days, AED/USD traded between 0.272294 and 0.272294, with the pair losing 0.00% overall. The current rate of 0.272294 sits below the 30-day midpoint of 0.272294.
Historical context helps you judge whether today's rate is relatively strong or weak, but past performance does not predict future movements. Always compare the rate you are offered against the mid-market figure shown here.
How to get a better AED to USD rate
Banks and card providers typically add a 1–4% margin on top of the mid-market rate shown on this page, plus fixed transfer fees. Before exchanging AED for USD, compare the final amount you will receive — not just the headline rate.
For larger amounts, specialist money-transfer services often beat bank rates. For travel, prepaid multi-currency cards or local ATMs may offer competitive rates depending on your bank's foreign-transaction fees.