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MUR to USD - Mauritian Rupee to US Dollar Converter

Convert Mauritian Rupee to US Dollar with daily ECB exchange rates

1 MUR = ~0.0218 USD (rates vary)

Rates verified daily from ECB official reference rates•Source: European Central Bank (16:00 CET daily)•For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

Quick Insight

MUR-USD moves are usually gradual day to day.

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Common MUR - USD Conversions

Forex Market Hours

Sydney
22:00 - 07:00 UTC
Closed
Tokyo
00:00 - 09:00 UTC
Closed
London
08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Closed
New York
13:00 - 22:00 UTC
Active

Most volatile: London-NY overlap (13:00-17:00 GMT). Best spreads during high liquidity hours.

Upcoming High Impact Events

US Non-Farm Payrolls
First Friday of month
High Impact
USD pairs
ECB Rate Decision
Every 6 weeks
Medium Impact
EUR pairs

These are typical recurring economic events. Actual dates, times, and market impacts may vary. This information is for general awareness only and should not be used as the sole basis for financial decisions. Always verify current schedules from official central bank sources.

Tips & Recommendations

  • 1Airport exchange bureaus often have higher markups (10-15%) compared to other options
  • 2ATMs with local bank cards typically offer rates closer to mid-market rates
  • 3Paying in local currency helps avoid dynamic currency conversion (DCC) fees
  • 4Notifying your bank before travel can help prevent unexpected card blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

Influences include Bank of Mauritius policy actions, US monetary policy, inflation differentials, domestic demand for imports priced in USD, tourism receipts, and global market risk sentiment. Rates move as expectations shift.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

Mauritius relies on tourism, textiles, and financial services; US demand for goods and services interacts with Mauritian supply chains and investment inflows.

Key Rate Factors

  • •Central bank policy decisions by BoM and their impact on liquidity
  • •US monetary policy and inflation differentials
  • •Trade balance and import demand in USD terms
  • •Political and economic stability in both regions
  • •Global risk sentiment and safe-haven USD flows

Central Banks

Bank of Mauritius
Port Louis, Mauritius
Issues currency and conducts monetary policy to maintain price stability and financial system soundness.
Federal Reserve System
Washington, D.C., United States
The US central bank. Sets interest rates, manages inflation, and acts as lender of last resort for domestic banks.

Exchange rates fluctuate continuously. This converter provides indicative rates for informational purposes. For large transactions, consult with a licensed financial professional.

Rates sourced from European Central Bank reference rates. ECB Reference Rates