1 ZAR to USD1 South African Rand = 0.06153 United States Dollar
🇿🇦 1 South African Rand (R1) is worth 🇺🇸 0.06153 United States Dollar ($0.06153) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 0.06153 USD. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to USD rate fell 1.48% (high 0.06266 on September 5, 2026, low 0.06119 on September 17, 2026, average 0.06196). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to USD rate rose 1.84% (high 0.06266 on September 5, 2026, low 0.0594 on July 25, 2026, average 0.06136).
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Convert 1 South African Rand to United States Dollar
1 ZAR = $0.06153 USD
1 USD = R16.251 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -1.48%
- 90-day high
- 0.06266
- 90-day low
- 0.0594
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to United States Dollar
| ZAR | USD |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | $0.06153 USD |
| R5 ZAR | $0.3077 USD |
| R10 ZAR | $0.6153 USD |
| R25 ZAR | $1.5384 USD |
| R50 ZAR | $3.0767 USD |
| R100 ZAR | $6.1535 USD |
| R500 ZAR | $30.7673 USD |
| R1,000 ZAR | $61.5346 USD |
| R5,000 ZAR | $307.6728 USD |
| R10,000 ZAR | $615.3456 USD |
Convert United States Dollar to South African Rand
| USD | ZAR |
|---|---|
| $1 USD | R16.251 ZAR |
| $5 USD | R81.2552 ZAR |
| $10 USD | R162.5103 ZAR |
| $25 USD | R406.2758 ZAR |
| $50 USD | R812.5515 ZAR |
| $100 USD | R1,625.10 ZAR |
| $500 USD | R8,125.52 ZAR |
| $1,000 USD | R16,251.03 ZAR |
| $5,000 USD | R81,255.15 ZAR |
| $10,000 USD | R162,510.30 ZAR |
ZAR to USD exchange rate history
ZAR to USD – last 90 days
ZAR to USD – last 12 months
ZAR to USD exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 0.0594 and 0.06266 United States Dollar, averaging 0.06136. The ZAR/USD rate is up 1.84% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to USD rate was 0.06266 (September 5, 2026) and the lowest was 0.05749 (November 24, 2025). The rate is up 6.61% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the United States Dollar.
| Date | 1 ZAR in USD | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 0.06144 | -0.68% |
| August 30, 2026 | 0.06186 | +2.16% |
| July 31, 2026 | 0.06055 | -0.24% |
| June 28, 2026 | 0.0607 | -0.10% |
| May 23, 2026 | 0.06076 | +0.48% |
| April 23, 2026 | 0.06047 | +2.41% |
| March 24, 2026 | 0.05905 | -5.33% |
| February 22, 2026 | 0.06238 | +0.50% |
| January 23, 2026 | 0.06206 | +3.48% |
| December 24, 2025 | 0.05998 | +4.33% |
| November 24, 2025 | 0.05749 | -0.34% |
| October 25, 2025 | 0.05768 | -0.07% |
| September 25, 2025 | 0.05772 | – |
Historical figures use daily reference rates: sampled every three days for the 90-day view and monthly for the 12-month view, plus today's live rate.
The South African Rand is the official currency of South Africa, issued under the oversight of the South African Reserve Bank. It has been in use since 1961 and is divided into 100 Cent.
South Africa has the most developed economy in Africa, and the rand is the most traded African currency. It's often used as a proxy for emerging market sentiment.
More about ZAR →The United States Dollar is the official currency of United States of America, issued under the oversight of the Federal Reserve System (Fed). It has been in use since 1792 and is divided into 100 Cent.
The USD is the world's primary reserve currency, held by most central banks globally. It serves as the benchmark currency for international trade, commodities pricing (including oil and gold), and is the most traded currency in the foreign exchange market.
More about USD →How to convert South African Rand to United States Dollar
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
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Frequently asked questions about ZAR to USD
How much is 1 South African Rand in United States Dollar?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 0.06153 United States Dollar (USD). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in United States Dollar?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 6.1535 USD, based on a rate of 0.06153 USD per ZAR.
How much is 1 United States Dollar in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 United States Dollar (USD) = 16.251 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to USD exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/USD rate changed by -1.48%, ranging from 0.06119 to 0.06266. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 0.0594 to 0.06266 and changed by +1.84%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the United States Dollar?
The United States Dollar is currently worth more per unit than the South African Rand: 1 ZAR = 0.06153 USD, and 1 USD = 16.251 ZAR. A higher number per unit does not by itself mean a stronger economy; it also reflects how each currency is denominated.
When is the best time to convert ZAR to USD?
Currencies trade 24 hours a day from Monday morning in Sydney to Friday evening in New York, and rates move by the minute while markets are open. Liquidity is usually highest around 1–4 PM GMT, when the London and New York sessions overlap. Watching the 90-day range above helps you judge whether today's rate is high or low compared with recent weeks.
Is this the rate I will get at a bank or exchange service?
No. The figures on this page are mid-market reference rates used for information. Banks, cash exchanges and money-transfer services add a margin or fee, so the amount you actually receive is usually a little lower than the converted amount shown here.