USD to TRY — today's rate explained
As of 2026-07-08, 1 US Dollar equals 46.8534 Turkish Lira 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.
Students, remote workers, and expatriates moving between the United States and Turkey use this pair to budget tuition, rent, and everyday expenses.
About the USD and TRY
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.
Turkish Lira (TRY, ₺): The Turkish Lira has experienced significant volatility in recent years amid inflation and monetary-policy shifts. It is used in Turkey.
What moves the USD/TRY exchange rate?
Exchange rates respond to interest-rate decisions by central banks such as Federal Reserve and Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye, inflation data, trade balances, and geopolitical events.
For USD/TRY specifically, shifts in capital flows between the United States and Turkey, changes in commodity prices, and differences in economic growth rates all contribute to daily rate movements.
USD to TRY — 30-day performance
Over the past 30 days, USD/TRY traded between 46.0938 and 46.9273, with the pair gaining 1.65% overall. The current rate of 46.8534 sits above the 30-day midpoint of 46.5106.
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 TRY 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 TRY, 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.