USD to ETB today
ዶላር ወደ ብር · US Dollar to Ethiopian Birr (ETB). Live parallel (black) market vs best bank buy on ምንዛሬ.
Convert 100 USD
Parallel ≈ 18,176 ETB · Bank ≈ 16,000 ETB
Indicative only — not a bank quote or trading venue. Open live desk converter.
Black market vs bank
Diaspora users compare the parallel market cash rate with bank posted buy rates and remittance apps. The premium above the bank rate is the gap many watch when sending money home. See also black market vs bank explained, bank rates, and send money to Ethiopia.
FAQ
How much is 1 USD in Ethiopian Birr today?
On ምንዛሬ (Minezari), 1 USD is about 181.76 ETB on the parallel (black) market and 160.00 ETB at the best bank buy rate shown. Rates are indicative and change during the day.
What is the black market / parallel market USD to ETB rate?
The parallel (often called black or open market) rate is the informal cash market level. For USD to ETB, we currently show about 181.76 ETB per 1 USD. It is not a bank quote or a trading venue.
What is the bank or official USD to birr rate?
Bank cash/transaction buy rates are collected from Ethiopian banks. Best bank buy on the desk is about 160.00 ETB per 1 USD (National Bank of Ethiopia). Official/reference mid may differ slightly from any single bank.
Why is black market higher than the bank rate?
When demand for hard currency exceeds what banks can supply at posted rates, the parallel market trades at a premium. The gap (currently about 13.60%) is what many diaspora users compare before remitting.
How much ETB do I get if I convert 100 USD?
At the parallel rate shown: about 18,176 ETB. At the best bank buy shown: about 16,000 ETB. Remittance apps add fees and their own FX — compare on the remittance table on the main desk.
How do I send USD to family in Ethiopia?
Compare the USD to ETB black vs bank levels on this page, then open the remittance ranking for app rates and fees. Delivery may be bank deposit, mobile wallet (e.g. Telebirr), or cash pickup depending on the provider.
Is the USD/ETB rate on Minezari a guaranteed quote?
No. Figures are indicative reference levels for comparison. Confirm the live rate and fee inside your bank or remittance app before you send.