Russian Ruble
RUB
About the Russian Ruble
The Russian Ruble (RUB) is the official currency of Russia. With the symbol ₽, it is managed by the Central Bank of Russia. The currency was introduced in 1998 (modern) and is subdivided into 100 Kopek. It's commonly known by its nickname "Ruble".
Rates updated Sep 21, 2026, 07:00 PM UTC. Over the last 90 days, 1 RUB ranged from 0.01152 to 0.01335 USD (-10.57%).
RUB Profile
- Currency Name
- Russian Ruble
- Currency Code
- RUB
- Symbol
- ₽
- Country
- Russia
- Central Bank
- Central Bank of Russia
- Introduced
- 1998 (modern)
- Subunit
- 1/100 Kopek
- ISO Numeric Code
- 643
Live RUB Exchange Rates
| Currency | 1 RUB = | 1 Unit = | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
USD United States Dollar | $0.01194 | ₽83.7474 | Convert |
EUR Euro | €0.01042 | ₽96.0153 | Convert |
GBP British Pound Sterling | £0.008932 | ₽111.9604 | Convert |
JPY Japanese Yen | ¥1.8801 | ₽0.5319 | Convert |
CNY Chinese Yuan | ¥0.07995 | ₽12.508 | Convert |
CHF Swiss Franc | Fr0.009806 | ₽101.9755 | Convert |
CAD Canadian Dollar | C$0.01676 | ₽59.6554 | Convert |
AUD Australian Dollar | A$0.01677 | ₽59.6472 | Convert |
INR Indian Rupee | ₹1.144 | ₽0.8741 | Convert |
MXN Mexican Peso | $0.2057 | ₽4.8615 | Convert |
History of the Russian Ruble
The Russian Ruble is one of the world's oldest currencies, with origins dating to the 13th century. The modern ruble was redenominated in 1998 after the financial crisis. The ruble symbol (₽) was adopted in 2013.
Global Importance
Russia has abundant natural resources, particularly oil and gas, making the ruble sensitive to energy prices. It's the most traded currency from the CIS region.
Modern Usage
The Russian Ruble is Russia's official currency and is also used in some neighboring countries. It's primarily traded against the dollar and euro in forex markets.
Did You Know?
- 1The ruble is one of the world's oldest currencies
- 2The modern symbol (₽) was adopted in 2013
- 3Russian notes feature landmarks from different Russian cities
Common RUB Amounts in USD
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Russian Ruble FAQ
What is the Russian Ruble exchange rate today?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 US dollar = 83.7474 RUB, and 1 RUB = 0.01194 USD.
Which countries use the Russian Ruble?
The Russian Ruble is the official currency of Russia.
How do I convert RUB to other currencies?
Use the converter or pick a pair below, for example RUB to USD, RUB to EUR or RUB to GBP. Each page shows the live rate, a conversion table and rate history.