USD → 
RWF Rate as of2026-05-17 USD to RWF Converter.
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Current rate
1 USD = 1380 RWF as of 2026-05-17. The Rwandan franc has depreciated steadily under the National Bank of Rwanda's managed float, from ~1005 to 1380 over five years. Rwanda's strong 7-8% real GDP growth, Kigali tech-hub positioning, and large Visit Rwanda tourism push have driven both USD demand and a structural current-account deficit.
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Rate as of 2026-05-17USD → RWF Converter
$
🇺🇸 $1.00 = 🇷🇼
RWF 1,380
Rate: 1 USD = 1380.0000 RWF
Common conversions
| 🇺🇸 USD | 🇷🇼 RWF |
|---|---|
| $1.00 | RWF 1,380 |
| $10.00 | RWF 13,800 |
| $100.00 | RWF 138,000 |
| $500.00 | RWF 690,000 |
| $1,000.00 | RWF 1,380,000 |
| $5,000.00 | RWF 6,900,000 |
| $10,000.00 | RWF 13,800,000 |
| $50,000.00 | RWF 69,000,000 |
| $100,000.00 | RWF 138,000,000 |
✨ 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
1380
1 USD = RWF
1 year ago
1320
↑ 4.5% in 12 months
5 years ago
1005
↑ 37.3% in 5 years
❓ FAQ
USD to RWF FAQ.
Why has the Rwandan franc weakened so much?
Persistent trade and current-account deficits (~10-12% of GDP), dollar-denominated infrastructure debt servicing, and post-COVID import recovery have pressured RWF. The NBR allows gradual depreciation rather than defending an unsustainable level.
Best way to send USD to Rwanda?
Wise, Sendwave, Remitly, and WorldRemit serve the diaspora. For mobile-wallet delivery, MTN Mobile Money Rwanda and Airtel Money cover 90%+ of the adult population. Bank of Kigali and Equity Bank Rwanda handle larger USD-denominated transfers.
Is Rwanda a good destination for foreign investment?
Rwanda ranks among Africa's top business-environment destinations per World Bank Doing Business legacy data, with Kigali International Financial Centre, RDB one-stop registration, and dollar-friendly investment treaties. FX repatriation is relatively straightforward.
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