USD to EGP Exchange Rate Today
US Dollar to Egyptian Pound conversion for Egyptian-American community. Track live USD/EGP rates every 30 minutes for remittances, family support, or property investments in Cairo, Alexandria, and across Egypt, benefiting from favorable exchange rates.
1000 USD =
50,819.40EGP
1 EGP = 0.0197 USD
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USD to EGP conversion table
Common amounts at the current mid-market rate of 1 USD = 50.82 EGP.
| USD | EGP |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 50.82 EGP |
| 5 USD | 254.10 EGP |
| 10 USD | 508.19 EGP |
| 25 USD | 1,270 EGP |
| 50 USD | 2,541 EGP |
| 100 USD | 5,082 EGP |
| 500 USD | 25,410 EGP |
| 1,000 USD | 50,819 EGP |
| 5,000 USD | 254,097 EGP |
| EGP | USD |
|---|---|
| 1 EGP | 0.0197 USD |
| 5 EGP | 0.0984 USD |
| 10 EGP | 0.1968 USD |
| 25 EGP | 0.4919 USD |
| 50 EGP | 0.9839 USD |
| 100 EGP | 1.97 USD |
| 500 EGP | 9.84 USD |
| 1,000 EGP | 19.68 USD |
| 5,000 EGP | 98.39 USD |
Mid-market rate — the midpoint banks trade at, before any provider adds a margin. What you actually receive is below.
What you actually get for 1,000 USD
Nobody converts at the mid-market rate. At 1 USD = 50.82 EGP, a perfect conversion of 1,000 USD would be 50,819 EGP. Here is what 14 services would really send, fee and exchange-rate margin included.
| Service | Their rate | Fee | You get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taptap Sendcheapest | 50.81 | — | 50,812 EGP |
| Sendwave | 50.64 | 0.9900 USD | 50,591 EGP |
| Ria Money Transfer | 50.51 | — | 50,507 EGP |
| MoneyGram | 50.58 | 1.49 USD | 50,503 EGP |
| Instarem | 50.46 | — | 50,464 EGP |
| XE | 50.31 | — | 50,311 EGP |
| Remitly | 50.21 | 1.99 USD | 50,106 EGP |
| Western Union | 49.97 | 1.99 USD | 49,866 EGP |
| Paysend | 49.96 | 1.99 USD | 49,861 EGP |
| WorldRemit | 49.92 | 1.99 USD | 49,826 EGP |
| Wise | 50.82 | 21.74 USD | 49,715 EGP |
| Xoom | 49.74 | 4.99 USD | 49,493 EGP |
| Revolut | 50.12 | 13.37 USD | 49,448 EGP |
| OFX | 48.63 | 5.00 USD | 48,390 EGP |
On 1,000 USD, the gap between the best and worst option here is 2,422 EGP — the same money, converted on the same day. That difference is the fee plus the margin each service builds into its rate, and it is the only part of this page you can do anything about. How exchange-rate markups work.
Typical pricing for a bank-funded transfer, not a live quote — promotional offers and payment method can change it. Check the provider before sending.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US Dollar to Egyptian Pound exchange rate?
The USD to EGP rate has experienced significant changes, ranging from 30-50+ EGP per USD in recent years due to Egypt's economic reforms and currency devaluation. The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) moved toward a more flexible exchange rate after years of controls. For the 250,000+ Egyptian-American community, these shifts mean more pounds per dollar. That helps remittances, though it reflects Egypt's inflation challenges. Our converter updates every 30 minutes with current mid-market rates.
How can Egyptians in America send money to Egypt?
Egyptian-Americans have multiple remittance options: specialized services like Remitly (good coverage for Egypt, bank/cash pickup), Wise (competitive rates to Egyptian banks), Ria Money Transfer (extensive agent network), Western Union or MoneyGram (everywhere in Egypt but higher fees); direct bank transfers to Commercial International Bank (CIB), National Bank of Egypt, or Banque Misr. For Cairo, Alexandria, Giza, or Upper Egypt, compare total EGP received, since rate differences can be 2-5%.
Why has the Egyptian pound weakened against the dollar?
EGP weakness stems from: Egypt's structural economic challenges and high inflation (20-30%+), large import bill vs declining exports creating forex shortages, CBE shifting from pegged to flexible exchange rate (2022-2023), tourism disruptions, Suez Canal revenue fluctuations, and IMF loan conditions requiring currency flexibility. For diaspora, this means higher USD/EGP rates (more pounds per dollar) but also reflects challenging economic conditions back home.
Is Egypt expensive for American tourists?
Egypt is very affordable for Americans now. With $1 USD buying 30-50 EGP (depending on timing), US tourists find exceptional value. Budget hotels $15-30/night, meals $3-10, Nile cruises $400-800, ancient site entries $5-15. Even luxury hotels in Cairo or resorts in Hurghada/Sharm el-Sheikh cost far less than comparable Western destinations. Your dollars go extremely far, making Egypt one of the best-value destinations for Americans.
When should I send dollars to Egypt for best rate?
The USD/EGP rate has been climbing (pound weakening), so timing matters less for routine transfers, since you'll get many pounds either way. For large transfers (property purchase, family medical expenses, business investment), watch CBE announcements, Egypt's IMF program updates, and inflation reports. For monthly family support to relatives in Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, or rural areas, consistent transfers work fine. The trend has favored dollar holders.
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