USD to ETB - US Dollar to Ethiopian Birr Converter

Convert US Dollar to Ethiopian Birr with real-time exchange rates

1 USD = ~155.64 ETB (rates vary)

Quick Insight

This currency pair is highly volatile. Always check live rates before transactions.

ETB can swing against USD. Mental math may fail; rely on live rates for estimates.

Watch policy announcements and use rate alerts for timing

✈️ Travel budgeting💼 Quick invoice estimates💸 Remittance planning

Common USD - ETB 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

Tips & Recommendations

1Avoid airport exchange bureaus - markups can reach 10-15%
2Use ATMs with local bank cards for near mid-market rates
3Pay in local currency to avoid dynamic currency conversion (DCC)
4Notify your bank before travel to prevent card blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

Inflation differentials, interest rate expectations, trade balances, fiscal policy, and market sentiment move the pair. Central bank statements and global risk appetite also play a role in daily FX changes.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

The US and Ethiopia engage in trade and assistance flows that influence USD/ETB through imports of machinery and fuel and remittance patterns.

Key Rate Factors

•Federal Reserve policy expectations
•National Bank of Ethiopia monetary stance
•US-Ethiopia trade balance and tariffs
•Oil prices and commodity imports
•Global risk sentiment and flight-to-safety trends

Central Banks

Federal Reserve System

Washington, D.C., United States

Sets monetary policy, targets inflation, and oversees payment systems.

National Bank of Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Regulates monetary policy, issues currency, and aims to maintain price stability.

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