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British Pound to US Dollar · live mid-market rate, updated hourly

Amount
1 GBP = 1.32 USD
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1 GBP = 1.32 USD at the latest mid-market rate (snapshot 27 June 2026; the converter is live). The British Pound to US Dollar conversion is widely used for travel, online purchases, remittances and business invoicing.

What moves the GBP/USD rate?

Nicknamed "cable", GBP/USD is one of the oldest and most heavily traded pairs. It moves on the policy gap between the Bank of England and the US Federal Reserve and on UK and US economic data.

About the British Pound (GBP)

Sterling is one of the oldest currencies still in use and remains among the most traded, watched closely by UK importers, travellers and businesses.

About the US Dollar (USD)

The US dollar is the world's primary reserve currency and the most traded currency on the foreign exchange market, used to settle most global commodities.

GBP to USD — common amounts
GBPUSD
£1 GBP$1.32 USD
£5 GBP$6.60 USD
£10 GBP$13.20 USD
£25 GBP$33.01 USD
£50 GBP$66.02 USD
£100 GBP$132.05 USD
£250 GBP$330.11 USD
£500 GBP$660.23 USD
£1,000 GBP$1,320.46 USD
£5,000 GBP$6,602.29 USD
£10,000 GBP$13,204.58 USD
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Frequently asked questions
What is the GBP to USD exchange rate today?
At the latest update, 1 GBP is worth about 1.32 USD. The converter above shows the current mid-market rate, refreshed hourly, so the live figure may differ as the market moves.
How do I convert GBP to USD?
Enter the amount of British Pound in the converter and the equivalent in US Dollar is calculated instantly. Use the common-amounts table for quick reference, or swap the direction to convert USD back to GBP.
Why is my bank's rate different?
The figure here is the mid-market rate — the midpoint between buy and sell prices. Banks and bureaux add a margin and sometimes a fee, so the rate you receive is usually less favourable. Use this as the reference "true" rate.
How often are GBP/USD rates updated?
Displayed rates refresh hourly from our data provider. For high-value transfers, confirm the live rate with your provider before committing.
How much is 1000 GBP in USD?
About 1,320.46 USD at the latest rate. In reverse, 1000 USD is about 757.31 GBP.
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