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US dollar to Malawian kwacha Historical Exchange Rates

Welcome to the USD to MWK exchange rate history page. This page contains detailed daily historical exchange rates between USD and MWK from 2025-3-8 to 2025-12-04, making it easy to look up and reference.

Amount
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1 USD = 1733.67 MWK

18:31 Exchange Rate

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1 US dollar to Malawian kwacha Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 USD = -- MWK

18:31 Exchange Rate

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1 US dollar to Malawian kwacha Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 USD to MWK, 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
1733.67
1733.68
1733.83
1733.83
Low
1733.67
1733.67
1733.67
1733.67
Average
1733.67
1733.67
1733.68
1733.67

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

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

USD to MWK - Last 7 Days

USDUSDMWKMWK
2025-12-05
1733.67
USDUSDMWKMWK
2025-12-04
1733.67
USDUSDMWKMWK
2025-12-03
1733.67
USDUSDMWKMWK
2025-12-02
1733.67
USDUSDMWKMWK
2025-12-01
1733.67
USDUSDMWKMWK
2025-11-30
1733.67
USDUSDMWKMWK
2025-11-29
1733.67

MWK to USD - Last 7 Days

MWKMWKUSDUSD
2025-12-05
0
MWKMWKUSDUSD
2025-12-04
0
MWKMWKUSDUSD
2025-12-03
0
MWKMWKUSDUSD
2025-12-02
0
MWKMWKUSDUSD
2025-12-01
0
MWKMWKUSDUSD
2025-11-30
0
MWKMWKUSDUSD
2025-11-29
0

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.

MWKMWK - Malawian Kwacha

The Kwacha was introduced in 1971 and is the core currency of Malawi's economic development. It supports agriculture and manufacturing, and promotes the country's gradual economic diversification.

  • Supporting unit:1 Kwacha = 100 Tambala
  • Denomination of banknotes:20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000 Zambian Kwacha
  • Reserve currency:No, Malawi primarily holds US dollars and South African rand as its foreign exchange reserves.
  • Banknote material:A combination of paper and polymer, featuring anti-counterfeiting characteristics.
  • Metal composition:Copper-coated steel core, nickel-coated steel core, etc.
  • Currency symbol:MK
  • Paper currency size:Approximately 132mm × 66mm for 1000 grams of kwacha.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:1 Kwacha
  • ISO code:MWK
  • Currency name:Malawikwacha
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:Reserve Bank of Malawi
  • Safe-haven currency:No, it belongs to a highly volatile currency.
  • Coin denomination:1, 5, 10, 20, 50 cents; 1, 5, 10 grams of kwacha
  • Countries of Use:Malawi is the only country where it is used officially.
  • Cross-border payment:International transfers can be conducted through the SWIFT network, but the use of kwacha for international settlements is minimal, with the US dollar often serving as the intermediary settlement currency.

FAQ

What is the relationship between US dollar to Malawian kwacha exchange rate and remittance?

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

Why are the US dollar to Malawian kwacha 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 USD to MWK 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 US dollar to Malawian kwacha exchange rates before remittance?

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

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