Swiss Franc to US Dollar (CHF/USD) Exchange Rate Today
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CHF to USD Conversion Table
Common amounts converted from Swiss Franc to US Dollar at today's rate.
| Swiss Franc (CHF) | US Dollar (USD) |
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| 1 CHF | — |
| 5 CHF | — |
| 10 CHF | — |
| 25 CHF | — |
| 50 CHF | — |
| 100 CHF | — |
| 250 CHF | — |
| 500 CHF | — |
| 1,000 CHF | — |
| 5,000 CHF | — |
| 10,000 CHF | — |
| 50,000 CHF | — |
How much US Dollar will you actually receive?
Estimated cost to convert CHF 1,000 to USD with different transfer services. Fees are sourced from published pricing pages and may vary by amount, payment method, and destination.
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| Typical bank Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
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Why people convert Swiss Franc to US Dollar
CHF/USD is one of the most traded currency pairs in the world. People convert between Swiss Franc and US Dollar for international trade, cross-border investment, tourism, and hedging. Because of its deep liquidity, spreads are tight and most providers offer competitive rates on this pair.
CHF/USD rate statistics
Is today's CHF/USD rate good or bad?
We compare today's live Swiss Franc to US Dollar mid-market rate against its 30-day and 52-week trading range. When the rate is near the top of its recent range, CHF holders get more US Dollar per unit - a better time to convert. When it is near the bottom, you may want to watch and wait.
The Swiss franc is a traditional safe-haven currency - it tends to strengthen when global markets are under stress. The Swiss National Bank has historically intervened to prevent excessive CHF appreciation, which can hurt Swiss exporters.
The live analysis below updates throughout market hours and shows exactly where today's rate sits in context.
What is the CHF/USD exchange rate?
The CHF/USD rate tracks how many US Dollar one Swiss Franc buys. This pair is a barometer of global risk appetite. The Swiss franc is a traditional safe-haven currency - when markets panic, CHF tends to strengthen against USD.
CHF is issued by the Swiss National Bank (SNB) (ranked 6th globally - meaning it's the 6th most bought and sold currency in the world). USD is issued by the Federal Reserve (ranked 1st). Full CHF profile | Full USD profile
What drives this rate? Swiss National Bank policy and global risk sentiment. CHF is a traditional safe-haven currency - it tends to strengthen during market stress and weaken during risk-on periods.
Is today's CHF/USD rate good or bad?
The Swiss Franc to US Dollar mid-market rate shown above is the reference price before any provider adds fees or markup. It is not a guaranteed quote - your bank, card issuer, or transfer service will offer a different rate that includes their margin.
On a typical conversion, banks add 1-2% to this rate. The gap between the mid-market rate and what you actually receive is the real cost of converting - often larger than any flat fee. CHF/USD is one of the most liquid pairs in forex, so bank spreads are relatively tight. Even so, that margin adds up on larger amounts.
Converting Swiss Franc to US Dollar? Read this first
Converting to Swiss Francs? CHF tends to strengthen during market stress, so if you are buying CHF as a safe-haven move, you may find rates have already shifted by the time uncertainty hits the news. For planned expenses in Switzerland, converting when markets are calm typically gets you a better rate.
Watch out: CHF/USD is highly liquid, so spreads should be tight. If your provider is adding more than 1% to the mid-market rate shown above, you can likely do better elsewhere.
Did you know?
- The Swiss franc is legal tender in the Italian exclave of Campione d'Italia and the German exclave of Busingen am Hochrhein.
- About 80% of all US $100 bills are held overseas, primarily in countries with unstable local currencies.
Frequently asked questions
Is now a good time to convert CHF to USD?
Check the rate context panel above - it shows where today's CHF/USD rate sits relative to its 30-day and 52-week range. If the rate is near the top of its range, CHF holders are getting more US Dollar per unit than usual. If it is near the bottom, you may benefit from waiting or splitting your conversion across several days. There is no way to reliably predict currency movements, but understanding where the rate sits in its recent range helps you make a more informed decision.
What moves the CHF/USD exchange rate?
Swiss National Bank policy and global risk sentiment. CHF is a traditional safe-haven currency - it tends to strengthen during market stress and weaken during risk-on periods.
Why is the Swiss franc so strong?
Switzerland's political stability, low inflation, strong banking sector, and current account surplus all support CHF demand. During market crises, CHF strengthens further as a safe haven. The Swiss National Bank has historically intervened to prevent excessive appreciation, but the franc's fundamental strength persists.
Learn more
- SNB - Interest and Exchange Rates - Swiss National Bank official rate data
- FRED - USD/CHF Daily Rate - Historical Swiss franc rate data
How this rate is calculated
We prefer a direct rate from our primary data source when one is available. If a direct quote is unavailable, we compute a cross-rate through a major intermediary currency (usually USD or EUR). When a rate is derived rather than directly quoted, we label it on the page. Full methodology.