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Sri Lankan rupee to US dollar Historical Exchange Rates

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

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Result

1 LKR = 0.00323468 USD

07:31 Exchange Rate

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1 Sri Lankan rupee to US dollar Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 LKR = -- USD

07:31 Exchange Rate

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1 Sri Lankan rupee to US dollar Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 LKR to USD, 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
0.00323468
0.0032352
0.00323625
0.00330497
Low
0.00323468
0.00322529
0.00322529
0.00322529
Average
0.00323468
0.00322937
0.00323065
0.00325659

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

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

LKR to USD - Last 7 Days

LKRLKRUSDUSD
2026-01-11
0.00323468
LKRLKRUSDUSD
2026-01-10
0.00323468
LKRLKRUSDUSD
2026-01-09
0.0032352
LKRLKRUSDUSD
2026-01-08
0.00322529
LKRLKRUSDUSD
2026-01-07
0.00322581
LKRLKRUSDUSD
2026-01-06
0.00322737
LKRLKRUSDUSD
2026-01-05
0.00322841

USD to LKR - Last 7 Days

USDUSDLKRLKR
2026-01-11
309.1495913
USDUSDLKRLKR
2026-01-10
309.1495913
USDUSDLKRLKR
2026-01-09
309.0999011
USDUSDLKRLKR
2026-01-08
310.04963895
USDUSDLKRLKR
2026-01-07
309.999659
USDUSDLKRLKR
2026-01-06
309.84981579
USDUSDLKRLKR
2026-01-05
309.75000077

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.

USDUSD - Dollar

The US dollar officially became the official currency of the United States in 1792, initially adopting the gold and silver standard. After World War II, the US dollar became the world's main reserve currency in the Bretton Woods system. In 1971, the United States abolished the peg of the US dollar to gold and switched to a floating exchange rate. Today, the US dollar is still the dominant currency in global trade, investment and financial markets, enjoying a high degree of international credit and widespread use.

  • Supporting unit:1 cent
  • Denomination of banknotes:$1, $5, $10, $20, $50, $100
  • Reserve currency:The US dollar is the world's primary reserve currency.
  • Banknote material:Made primarily of 75% cotton and 25% linen.
  • Metal composition:Alloys such as copper, nickel, and zinc
  • Currency symbol:$ or US$
  • Paper currency size:156mm × 66mm (All denominations have the same size)
  • language:en
  • Main unit:1 US dollar
  • ISO code:USD
  • Currency name:US dollar
  • Cents per dollar:100
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:Federal Reserve System
  • Safe-haven currency:The US dollar is usually regarded as a safe-haven currency.
  • Coin denomination:1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢, $1
  • Countries of Use:The United States (including some overseas territories) and certain countries and regions that use the US dollar as their official or circulating currency.
  • Cross-border payment:The dollar cross-border payment network covers approximately 200 countries and regions worldwide.

FAQ

What is the relationship between Sri Lankan rupee to US dollar exchange rate and remittance?

The actual amount received during remittance is directly affected by the LKR to USD 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 USD exchange rate can result in substantial changes in actual amounts.

Why are the Sri Lankan rupee to US dollar 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 USD 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 US dollar exchange rates before remittance?

be necessary. By examining the recent fluctuations in the exchange rate between LKR and USD, 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 US dollar based on historical exchange rates?

Look at the charts of LKR to USD over the past few months. If the trend is upward, it means LKR is appreciating and exchanging to USD 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.