USD → 
CLP ⚡ Popular Rate as of2026-05-17 USD to CLP Converter.
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Current rate
1 USD = 915 CLP as of 2026-05-17. USD/CLP is a copper-correlated pair (Chile produces ~28% of global copper) that has weakened significantly since 2020 due to constitutional process uncertainty, the Boric government's reform agenda, and lithium price volatility. Chile's relatively small diaspora compared to Mexico or Colombia means commercial and investment flows dominate over remittances. Chilean pension fund (AFP) USD-CLP hedging also moves the market.
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Rate as of 2026-05-17USD → CLP Converter
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🇺🇸 $1.00 = 🇨🇱
CLP 915
Rate: 1 USD = 915.0000 CLP
Common conversions
| 🇺🇸 USD | 🇨🇱 CLP |
|---|---|
| $1.00 | CLP 915 |
| $10.00 | CLP 9,150 |
| $100.00 | CLP 91,500 |
| $500.00 | CLP 457,500 |
| $1,000.00 | CLP 915,000 |
| $5,000.00 | CLP 4,575,000 |
| $10,000.00 | CLP 9,150,000 |
| $50,000.00 | CLP 45,750,000 |
| $100,000.00 | CLP 91,500,000 |
✨ Mid-market rate · 2026-05-17 · Real-world transfer rates may differ 0.5-3% depending on provider · Not financial advice
📈 Trend
USD trend over time.
Today
915
1 USD = CLP
1 year ago
940
↓ 2.7% in 12 months
5 years ago
720
↑ 27.1% in 5 years
❓ FAQ
USD to CLP FAQ.
Who converts USD to CLP?
US mining companies paying Chilean operations at BHP Escondida, Codelco contractor flows, US investors in Chilean salmon and wine exports, Chilean-Americans (smaller diaspora, mainly in Miami and DC), and US tourists visiting Patagonia, Atacama and Easter Island.
Best way to send USD to CLP?
Wise covers CLP with 0.5-0.7% spread to Banco Estado, Santander Chile and BCI accounts. Remitly and Western Union handle remittances but Chile's smaller diaspora means fewer specialized providers. For commercial mining flows, Convera, OFX and Citi Chile handle large-ticket conversions with forward contracts.
How does copper affect USD/CLP?
Chile is the world's largest copper producer with mining at ~50% of exports. Copper prices and CLP have a strong inverse correlation with USD/CLP — when copper rises, CLP strengthens. The Banco Central de Chile also intervenes during extreme volatility, as seen in 2022 when the peso hit historic lows above 1,050.
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