Cash usage
Brazilian real cash remains in use alongside electronic and instant-payment channels.
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Brazil Currency Guide
Learn how the Brazilian real is used in Brazil, then open a dated reference-rate conversion.
Currency overview
Brazilian Real in Brazil
Monetary framework
Brazil uses the Brazilian real as its official currency.
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BRL0.193645 USD1 BRL = 0.19364458 USD
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Currency facts
BRL at a glance
CurrencyBrazilian Real
ISO codeBRL
SymbolBRL
Minor unitCentavo
Decimal places2
Central bankCentral Bank of Brazil
Currency typeOfficial currency
Money usage guide
Local money guide for Brazil
Official use
Brazil uses the Brazilian real as its official currency.
Payment environment
Cards and digital payments are common in cities; cash can be useful for small purchases.
Cash and payment habits
Cash, cards and local payments
Card acceptance
Debit and credit cards are established retail instruments within Brazil's regulated payment system.
Mobile and contactless payments
Pix provides an instant account-to-account payment channel through participating institutions; visitor access depends on the provider.
ATM availability
ATM access for overseas cards varies by network, bank and security controls.
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Before exchanging
Use authorized providers and compare the final real amount after spreads and fees.
Cash declaration
Brazil's Federal Revenue service publishes current traveller and customs requirements.
Popular currency pairs
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Regional and monetary links
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FAQ
Brazil currency questions
Which currency is used in Brazil?
Brazil uses the Brazilian real as its official currency.
Does Brazil have multiple official currencies?
Brazil has one official currency: the Brazilian real (BRL).
How can I compare the Brazilian real?
Use the conversion links on this page to compare Brazil's official currency with other supported currencies.
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Rate data and official references
Data source: Frankfurter
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