USD to EGP — today's rate explained
As of 2026-07-08, 1 US Dollar equals 48.8065 Egyptian Pound 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 States and Egypt influences the US Dollar to Egyptian Pound rate — particularly when interest-rate paths diverge.
About the USD and EGP
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.
Egyptian Pound (EGP, E£): The Egyptian Pound is influenced by Suez Canal revenues, tourism, and remittances from Egyptians abroad. It is used in Egypt.
What moves the USD/EGP exchange rate?
Exchange rates respond to interest-rate decisions by central banks such as Federal Reserve and Central Bank of Egypt, inflation data, trade balances, and geopolitical events.
For USD/EGP specifically, shifts in capital flows between the United States and Egypt, changes in commodity prices, and differences in economic growth rates all contribute to daily rate movements.
USD to EGP — 30-day performance
Over the past 30 days, USD/EGP traded between 48.8500 and 52.1569, with the pair losing 5.94% overall. The current rate of 48.8065 sits below the 30-day midpoint of 50.5034.
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 USD to EGP 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 USD for EGP, 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.