USD to TZS Exchange Rate Today
Convert US Dollars to Tanzanian Shillings with live USD/TZS rates for Tanzania safaris, Zanzibar holidays, or business. Best exchange rates for travelers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current USD to TZS exchange rate?
The US Dollar to Tanzanian Shilling rate typically ranges between TZS 2,500-2,700 per $1 USD. Federal Reserve policy, Tanzania's tourism revenues, and gold exports influence this pair. Bank of Tanzania manages the currency to support exports while controlling inflation.
Why do Americans need USD to TZS conversion?
Tanzania is a top US safari destination. Uses include Serengeti and Ngorongoro safaris, Mount Kilimanjaro climbs, Zanzibar beach holidays, development aid work, and business in Dar es Salaam. Tanzania's economy is growing rapidly in agriculture, mining, and tourism.
How stable is the Tanzanian Shilling?
TZS experiences gradual depreciation against USD (2-3% annually) due to inflation and trade deficits. Bank of Tanzania intervenes to prevent sharp swings. Political stability since the 1990s and growing tourism revenues help maintain relative stability compared to other African currencies.
What's the best way to get TZS with US Dollars?
Use Wise or WorldRemit for transfers (2-3% markup), exchange at bureau de change in Dar es Salaam or Arusha for better rates, avoid airport exchanges (poor rates), withdraw from ATMs in major cities, and use US banks like Citibank for international transfers to CRDB or NMB banks.
When should I convert USD to TZS?
Boston NGO workers in Dar es Salaam benefit when dollar exceeds TSh2,500, stretching $50K budgets to TSh125M versus TSh120M at TSh2,400. American aid organizations in Tanzania (150+ NGOs) funding education/health projects watch Fed decisions. US tourists booking Serengeti safaris ($5K-10K packages) converting deposits benefit from shilling depreciation. Difference between TSh2,400 and TSh2,500 equals $2,083 on TSh5M—significant for NYC or DC charities funding Arusha schools or American families timing Kilimanjaro expeditions and Zanzibar beach holidays.