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Sri Lankan rupee to Ugandan shilling Historical Exchange Rates

Welcome to the LKR to UGX exchange rate history page. This page contains detailed daily historical exchange rates between LKR and UGX from 2025-3-8 to 2026-01-11, making it easy to look up and reference.

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1 LKR = 11.6415 UGX

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1 Sri Lankan rupee to Ugandan shilling Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 LKR = -- UGX

04:29 Exchange Rate

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1 Sri Lankan rupee to Ugandan shilling Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 LKR to UGX, including daily data over the past 1 day, 15 days, 30 days, and 90 days. It also marks the highest, lowest, and average rates during each period, helping you easily understand how the exchange rate has changed over time, which is useful for currency exchange, transfers, or investment decisions.

Time
Past 1 day
Past 15 day
Past 30 day
Past 90 day
High
11.6415
11.6964
11.6964
11.8577
Low
11.6415
11.6256
11.4892
11.3795
Average
11.6415
11.6646
11.6121
11.581

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

Below are the daily average exchange rates of LKR to UGX for the past 7 days, helping you track the trend during this period. We also provide exchange rate changes of UGX to LKR, helping you understand fluctuations from different perspectives and better plan your currency exchange, transfers, or fund management.

LKR to UGX - Last 7 Days

LKRLKRUGXUGX
2026-01-11
11.6415
LKRLKRUGXUGX
2026-01-10
11.6415
LKRLKRUGXUGX
2026-01-09
11.6256
LKRLKRUGXUGX
2026-01-08
11.6303
LKRLKRUGXUGX
2026-01-07
11.6722
LKRLKRUGXUGX
2026-01-06
11.6792
LKRLKRUGXUGX
2026-01-05
11.6964

UGX to LKR - Last 7 Days

UGXUGXLKRLKR
2026-01-11
0.0859
UGXUGXLKRLKR
2026-01-10
0.0859
UGXUGXLKRLKR
2026-01-09
0.086
UGXUGXLKRLKR
2026-01-08
0.086
UGXUGXLKRLKR
2026-01-07
0.0857
UGXUGXLKRLKR
2026-01-06
0.0856
UGXUGXLKRLKR
2026-01-05
0.0855

LKRLKR - Sri Lankan Rupee

The Sri Lankan rupee has been issued since 1872, through the colonial and independent periods. The LKR is the main currency for domestic trade and service industries and remains an important part of the country's economic cycle despite economic challenges.

  • Supporting unit:1 Rupee = 100 Cents
  • Denomination of banknotes:20, 50, 100, 500, 1000, 2000 rupees
  • Reserve currency:No, it is mainly used for the domestic economy.
  • Banknote material:Paper, with watermark and security thread.
  • Metal composition:Copper-nickel alloys, stainless steel, etc.
  • Currency symbol:Rs or රු
  • Paper currency size:For example, 1000 rupees is approximately 155mm × 70mm.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:1 Rupee
  • ISO code:LKR
  • Currency name:Sri Lankan Rupee
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:Central Bank of Sri Lanka
  • Safe-haven currency:No, exchange rates are greatly influenced by economic and political factors.
  • Coin denomination:1, 2, 5, 10 rupees
  • Countries of Use:Sri Lanka is the only country where it is used officially.
  • Cross-border payment:International remittances are supported through the SWIFT network, with the US dollar primarily used for foreign trade settlements in Sri Lanka, while the international use of the rupee is relatively limited.

UGXUGX - Ugandan Shilling

The Ugandan Shilling has been issued since 1966, replacing the East African Monetary Unit. The UGX is the core of Uganda's economy, supporting the development of agriculture, manufacturing and services. The currency has undergone several inflation adjustments and is currently committed to maintaining a stable exchange rate, promoting national economic growth and regional trade cooperation.

  • Supporting unit:No auxiliary currency unit; auxiliary currency has been abolished.
  • Denomination of banknotes:1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000 shillings
  • Reserve currency:No, the US dollar is the primary reserve currency.
  • Banknote material:Paper-based, with anti-counterfeiting technology.
  • Metal composition:Non-circulating coins
  • Currency symbol:USh
  • Paper currency size:Approximately 150mm × 70mm for 10,000 shillings.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:1 shilling
  • ISO code:UGX
  • Currency name:
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:Bank of Uganda
  • Safe-haven currency:No, regional currency.
  • Coin denomination:Non-circulating coins
  • Countries of Use:Uganda
  • Cross-border payment:The shilling supports SWIFT cross-border payments, but most international transactions are conducted in US dollars and euros.

FAQ

What is the relationship between Sri Lankan rupee to Ugandan shilling exchange rate and remittance?

The actual amount received during remittance is directly affected by the LKR to UGX exchange rate. Differences in rates offered by banks or platforms may lead to significant differences in the final amount. It’s recommended to compare real-time rates and fees from several providers before making a decision.

What exchange rate indicators should be prioritized when making cross-border payments or settlements?

When conducting cross-border transactions, pay attention to real-time rates, the bid-ask spread, settlement fees, etc. Especially for large payments, even small differences in the LKR to UGX exchange rate can result in substantial changes in actual amounts.

Why are the Sri Lankan rupee to Ugandan shilling exchange rates so different across platforms?

Different banks or payment platforms use various pricing mechanisms. Some use mid-market rates; others add wider spreads, fees, and settlement times.tCauses you to see LKR to UGX on Platform A as 7.10, while Platform B shows 7.02. Such differences can be significant for large transactions.

Is it necessary to check the historical trend of Sri Lankan rupee to Ugandan shilling exchange rates before remittance?

be necessary. By examining the recent fluctuations in the exchange rate between LKR and UGX, you can determine whether the current exchange rate is high or low, helping you decide whether to immediately remit, lock up the exchange, or delay the transaction to obtain a better price.

How to judge the trend of Sri Lankan rupee to Ugandan shilling based on historical exchange rates?

Look at the charts of LKR to UGX over the past few months. If the trend is upward, it means LKR is appreciating and exchanging to UGX is more cost-effective; if downward, you may want to act quickly to exchange at a better rate.
Disclaimer: The exchange rate data on this page is collected from public sources for reference only. Due to frequent fluctuations, XTransfer cannot guarantee accuracy or timeliness. Please refer to the real-time quotes from banks, related institutions, or trading systems.