BDT to USD — today's rate explained
As of 2026-07-08, 1 Bangladeshi Taka equals 0.008101 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.
Businesses importing from the United States into Bangladesh watch the BDT/USD rate to hedge costs and set prices in local currency.
About the BDT and USD
Bangladeshi Taka (BDT, ৳): The Bangladeshi Taka is underpinned by the world's second-largest garment-export industry. It is the official currency of Bangladesh.
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 BDT/USD exchange rate?
Exchange rates respond to interest-rate decisions by central banks such as Bangladesh Bank and Federal Reserve, inflation data, trade balances, and geopolitical events.
For BDT/USD specifically, shifts in capital flows between Bangladesh and the United States, changes in commodity prices, and differences in economic growth rates all contribute to daily rate movements.
BDT to USD — 30-day performance
Over the past 30 days, BDT/USD traded between 0.008106 and 0.008151, with the pair losing 0.49% overall. The current rate of 0.008101 sits below the 30-day midpoint of 0.008128.
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 BDT 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 BDT 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.