USD → 
SGD Rate as of2026-05-16 USD to SGD Converter.
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Current rate
1 USD = 1.36 SGD as of 2026-05-16. Singapore-centric pair. Used by US-Singapore business, Singapore-based US expats, and ASEAN headquartered businesses. SGD is managed by Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) against an undisclosed trade-weighted basket — making it more stable than free-floating currencies.
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Rate as of 2026-05-16USD → SGD Converter
$
🇺🇸 $1.00 = 🇸🇬
SGD 1.36
Rate: 1 USD = 1.3600 SGD
Common conversions
| 🇺🇸 USD | 🇸🇬 SGD |
|---|---|
| $1.00 | SGD 1.36 |
| $10.00 | SGD 13.60 |
| $100.00 | SGD 136.00 |
| $500.00 | SGD 680.00 |
| $1,000.00 | SGD 1,360.00 |
| $5,000.00 | SGD 6,800.00 |
| $10,000.00 | SGD 13,600.00 |
| $50,000.00 | SGD 68,000.00 |
| $100,000.00 | SGD 136,000.00 |
✨ Mid-market rate · 2026-05-16 · Real-world transfer rates may differ 0.5-3% depending on provider · Not financial advice
📈 Trend
USD trend over time.
Today
1.36
1 USD = SGD
1 year ago
1.33
↑ 2.3% in 12 months
5 years ago
1.33
↑ 2.3% in 5 years
❓ FAQ
USD to SGD FAQ.
How is the Singapore Dollar managed?
MAS uses the exchange rate (NOT interest rates) as its primary policy tool. It manages SGD against an undisclosed trade-weighted basket within an undisclosed band, with an undisclosed slope (rate of allowed appreciation/depreciation). This "managed float against undisclosed basket" makes SGD more stable than freely-floating peers but also less predictable for traders.
USD to SGD for Singapore PR savings?
Singapore PR (Permanent Residency) doesn't require specific savings, but many applicants build SGD savings to support PR sponsorship for family. Stocks, fixed deposits, and CPF contributions are common buckets. Wise and DBS Multi-Currency Account (MCA) are popular for currency-converting expat income.
Is SGD a good hedge against USD?
Yes for ASEAN-focused investors. SGD has appreciated against USD in 5-year horizons during MAS tightening cycles (2022-23). It's also held by many private bankers as a "Asia-USD alternative" for clients diversifying away from USD without taking on volatile EM currency risk.
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