Free Online Currency Converter
The STAAMS Currency Converter is a free online tool for converting money from one currency to another. Enter an amount, choose your starting currency and select the currency you want to convert to.
You can convert popular currencies including US Dollars, Euros, British Pounds, Saudi Riyals, Pakistani Rupees, Indian Rupees, UAE Dirhams, Japanese Yen, Canadian Dollars, Australian Dollars and many other international currencies.
The converter retrieves the latest available exchange-rate data and calculates the converted value automatically. This makes it useful for travel, international shopping, business, salary comparison, remittances and everyday currency calculations.
Exchange rates change over time. The result shown by this tool is an informational estimate and may differ from the final rate provided by a bank, card provider, money-transfer service or currency exchange office.
Popular Currency Conversions
Use these popular currency pairs for quick currency conversion calculations.
What Is a Currency Converter?
A currency converter is a calculator that determines the approximate equivalent value of an amount in another currency using an exchange rate.
For example, if you have 100 US Dollars and want to know the approximate value in Euros, Saudi Riyals, British Pounds or Pakistani Rupees, a currency converter can calculate the equivalent amount.
Currency conversion is commonly used by travelers, international shoppers, businesses, freelancers, remote workers, students and people sending or receiving money internationally.
How Currency Conversion Works
Currency conversion is based on the exchange rate between two currencies. If the exchange rate changes, the converted value also changes.
Currency Conversion Formula
Converted Amount = Amount × Exchange Rate
For example, if the applicable exchange rate is 1 USD = 0.85 EUR, then 100 USD would equal approximately 85 EUR before any transaction fees, commissions or exchange spreads.
Why Exchange Rates Change
Exchange rates can move because of changes in financial markets, interest rates, inflation, economic conditions, international trade, market demand and other factors.
Exchange Rates and Market Values
Exchange rates represent the relative value of one currency compared with another. They can change throughout the day as financial markets and currency markets change.
The exchange-rate service used by this converter provides the latest available exchange-rate data and states that its rates are updated periodically.
Because banks, payment providers and exchange offices may add their own spreads, fees or commissions, the rate displayed by STAAMS may not be identical to the rate used for an actual financial transaction.
Currency Converter for International Travel
A currency converter can help travelers estimate the cost of accommodation, restaurants, transportation, shopping and activities in another country.
For example, you can convert Saudi Riyals to Euros before traveling to Europe, US Dollars to Japanese Yen before visiting Japan, or British Pounds to US Dollars while planning a trip.
Using a currency converter before traveling can make it easier to compare prices and prepare an approximate travel budget.
Currency Converter for International Shopping
When purchasing products from international websites, currency conversion can help you estimate the price in your preferred currency before placing an order.
Keep in mind that the final amount charged to a bank card may include foreign-exchange fees, card-network adjustments, commissions or other charges.
Currency Converter for Business and Salary Comparison
Businesses, freelancers, remote workers and international employees can use currency conversion to compare salaries, invoices, payments, expenses and prices across countries.
For important financial decisions or transactions, always verify the applicable exchange rate and fees with your bank, payment provider or financial institution.
Currency Conversion for Money Transfers and Remittances
People sending money internationally can use a currency converter to estimate how much money may be received in another currency. This can be especially useful when comparing different currencies before checking the final transfer rate.
Money-transfer services may apply their own exchange rates and fees, so the final amount received can differ from the estimate shown by an online currency converter.
Currencies You Can Convert
STAAMS supports many popular currencies from around the world, including:
- US Dollar (USD)
- Euro (EUR)
- British Pound (GBP)
- Saudi Riyal (SAR)
- UAE Dirham (AED)
- Pakistani Rupee (PKR)
- Indian Rupee (INR)
- Japanese Yen (JPY)
- Chinese Yuan (CNY)
- Canadian Dollar (CAD)
- Australian Dollar (AUD)
- Swiss Franc (CHF)
- New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
- Singapore Dollar (SGD)
- Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
- South Korean Won (KRW)
- Turkish Lira (TRY)
- Qatari Riyal (QAR)
- Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)
- Bahraini Dinar (BHD)
- Omani Rial (OMR)
- Egyptian Pound (EGP)
- Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
- South African Rand (ZAR)
- Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
- Thai Baht (THB)
- Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
- Philippine Peso (PHP)
- Brazilian Real (BRL)
- Mexican Peso (MXN)
- Polish Zloty (PLN)
- Swedish Krona (SEK)
- Norwegian Krone (NOK)
- Danish Krone (DKK)
- Russian Ruble (RUB)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a currency converter?
A currency converter calculates the approximate equivalent value of money from one currency into another using an exchange rate.
How does the STAAMS Currency Converter work?
Enter an amount, select the currency you are converting from and choose the currency you want to convert to. The converter retrieves the latest available exchange-rate data and calculates the converted amount.
Are the exchange rates live?
The converter retrieves the latest available exchange-rate data. Rates are updated periodically and may differ from the exact rate available from a bank or exchange office at the time of a transaction.
Can I convert USD to EUR?
Yes. Select USD as the source currency and EUR as the target currency, enter an amount and the converter will calculate the approximate equivalent.
Can I convert USD to SAR?
Yes. US Dollar and Saudi Riyal are supported currencies.
Can I convert SAR to PKR?
Yes. Saudi Riyal and Pakistani Rupee are supported currencies.
Is the STAAMS Currency Converter free?
Yes. The STAAMS Currency Converter is free to use online.
Can I use the currency converter on mobile?
Yes. The converter is responsive and works on smartphones, tablets and desktop computers.
Why can the converted amount differ from my bank?
Banks, card networks and exchange offices may use different exchange rates, spreads, commissions and fees. Therefore, the final transaction amount can differ from the informational rate shown by the converter.
Can I use this currency converter for travel?
Yes. You can use it to estimate travel expenses such as hotels, meals, transportation and shopping in another currency.