US Dollar to Ghanaian Cedi — USD to GHS
USD to GHS Converter
USD/GHS Rate — Last 30 Days
USD dipped 0.41% this week — minor weakness, within normal market noise.
The 7-day average rate is below the 30-day average — recent momentum favors GHS strengthening vs USD. The trend may continue until a catalyst (rate decision, economic data) reverses it.
3 consecutive days where USD gained vs GHS. Consistent streaks indicate sustained buying pressure — but longer streaks increase the odds of a short-term pullback.
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Rate Statistics
| Period | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | 11.3178 | 11.2368 | 11.2607 |
| 30 days | 11.8217 | 11.1098 | 11.3988 |
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Historical USD/GHS Rates by Year
What drives the USD/GHS rate?
Whether you're converting USD for travel, business, or investment, here's what drives the USD to GHS exchange rate. The USD/GHS exchange rate is determined by supply and demand in global currency markets, influenced by interest rate decisions from both central banks, economic data releases, inflation figures, and broader risk sentiment in financial markets. Trade flows between the two countries or regions also play an important role in long-term rate direction.
How to get the best USD to GHS rate
The rate shown above is the interbank mid-market rate — the real exchange rate used between financial institutions. Individual customers cannot access this rate directly. Banks typically add a 2–3% spread on top, meaning you receive significantly less than the rate shown.
Online transfer services like Wise offer rates very close to the interbank rate with a small transparent fee of 0.5–1%. On a $1,000 USD exchange this typically saves $15–25 compared to a bank. Airport exchange booths charge the highest fees — often 5–8% above the interbank rate — and should be avoided for large amounts.