New Zealand Dollar to US Dollar (NZD/USD) Exchange Rate Today
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NZD to USD Conversion Table
Common amounts converted from New Zealand Dollar to US Dollar at today's rate.
| New Zealand Dollar (NZD) | US Dollar (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1 NZD | — |
| 5 NZD | — |
| 10 NZD | — |
| 25 NZD | — |
| 50 NZD | — |
| 100 NZD | — |
| 250 NZD | — |
| 500 NZD | — |
| 1,000 NZD | — |
| 5,000 NZD | — |
| 10,000 NZD | — |
| 50,000 NZD | — |
How much US Dollar will you actually receive?
Estimated cost to convert NZD 1,000 to USD with different transfer services. Fees are sourced from published pricing pages and may vary by amount, payment method, and destination.
| Service | Rate | Fee | Total Cost | USD received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-market rate | — | - | - | — |
| Wise Visit source Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| Revolut Visit source Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| Remitly Visit source Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| OFX Visit source Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| XE Visit source Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| Typical bank Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| Bureau de change Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
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Why people convert New Zealand Dollar to US Dollar
NZD/USD is one of the most traded currency pairs in the world. People convert between New Zealand Dollar 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.
NZD/USD rate statistics
Is today's NZD/USD rate good or bad?
We compare today's live New Zealand Dollar 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, NZD 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 live analysis below updates throughout market hours and shows exactly where today's rate sits in context.
What is the NZD/USD exchange rate?
The NZD/USD rate tracks how many US Dollar one New Zealand Dollar buys. Called the 'Kiwi', NZD is sensitive to global dairy prices - New Zealand's top export. The pair often moves in sympathy with AUD/USD.
NZD is issued by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) (ranked 14th globally - meaning it's the 14th most bought and sold currency in the world). USD is issued by the Federal Reserve (ranked 1st). Full NZD profile | Full USD profile
What drives this rate? Dairy commodity prices (New Zealand's top export), Reserve Bank of New Zealand policy, and global risk appetite. NZD often moves in tandem with AUD.
Is today's NZD/USD rate good or bad?
The New Zealand Dollar 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. NZD/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 New Zealand Dollar to US Dollar? Read this first
Converting to New Zealand Dollars? New Zealand is card-friendly but more rural areas may prefer cash. ATMs at major banks offer fair rates. The NZD is a smaller currency, so spreads can be slightly wider than for AUD or USD - compare providers before converting large amounts.
Watch out: NZD/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?
- 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 NZD to USD?
Check the rate context panel above - it shows where today's NZD/USD rate sits relative to its 30-day and 52-week range. If the rate is near the top of its range, NZD 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 NZD/USD exchange rate?
Dairy commodity prices (New Zealand's top export), Reserve Bank of New Zealand policy, and global risk appetite. NZD often moves in tandem with AUD.
Learn more
- RBNZ - Exchange Rates - Official Reserve Bank of New Zealand daily rates
- FRED - USD/NZD Daily Rate - Historical kiwi dollar 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.