US Dollar to UAE Dirham exchange rate

As of 2026-07-08, 1 US Dollar equals 3.6725 UAE Dirham 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.

Because the UAE Dirham is pegged to the US Dollar, the USD/AED rate is effectively fixed near 3.67. This stability makes the Dirham a reliable reference for Gulf-region conversions.

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 the official currency of the United States.

UAE Dirham (AED, د.إ): The UAE Dirham has been pegged to the US Dollar at a fixed rate since 1997. It is used in the United Arab Emirates.

Exchange rates respond to interest-rate decisions by central banks such as Federal Reserve and Central Bank of the UAE, inflation data, trade balances, and geopolitical events.

For USD/AED specifically, shifts in capital flows between the United States and the United Arab Emirates, changes in commodity prices, and differences in economic growth rates all contribute to daily rate movements.

Over the past 30 days, USD/AED traded between 3.6725 and 3.6725, with the pair gaining 0.00% overall. The current rate of 3.6725 sits above the 30-day midpoint of 3.6725.

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.

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 USD for AED, 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.