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XAF to USD - Central African CFA Franc to US Dollar Converter

Convert Central African CFA Franc to US Dollar with daily ECB exchange rates

1 XAF = ~0.001816 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

XAF stays fairly steady against the USD due to the euro peg; use this for quick estimates.

FX moves with the euro. For large transfers, check live quotes and consider hedging with a forward.

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Common XAF - USD Conversions

Forex Market Hours

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

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

Policy from BEAC and the euro peg, plus inflation, trade balance with the US, political stability, and global risk sentiment all steer the rate. Market expectations frequently move the rate before official data.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

The CFA franc BEAC zone links six Central African economies to the euro, shaping cross-border trade with Europe and US-facing markets.

Key Rate Factors

  • •BEAC monetary policy and euro peg to EUR
  • •Inflation differentials between CFA franc region and US
  • •Trade balance and export volumes to the US
  • •Political stability in member states
  • •Global risk sentiment and USD demand as a safe haven

Central Banks

Banque des États de l'Afrique Centrale
Yaoundé, Cameroun
Sets policy for the CFA franc zone and maintains the XAF peg to the euro while pursuing price stability.
Federal Reserve System
Washington, D.C., USA
The US central bank. Controls interest rates, manages inflation, and serves as lender of last resort for US 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