Venezuela’s central bank set the official exchange rate at 455.2547 bolivars per U.S. Dollar on March 20, 2026, an increase of 3.7475 bolivars, or 0.83%, from the previous day. The rate is determined by a weighted average of daily transactions conducted by participating banks, according to the Banco Central de Venezuela (BCV).
The daily fluctuations in the BCV exchange rate are closely watched as a key indicator of Venezuela’s economic stability. The rate serves as an official reference point for the country’s foreign exchange market.
Over the past year, the exchange rate has increased by 157.1116 bolivars, representing a 52.6967% change. Compared to March 20, 2025, the bolivar has depreciated by 387.6203 bolivars, a substantial increase of 573.1112%. Last year, the annual accumulated variation was 30.2302%.
The value date for this rate is Friday, March 20, 2026.
Here’s a look at comparative exchange rates as of March 20, 2026:
|
EUR |
524,50804496 | |
 |
CNY |
66,25162989 |
 |
TRY |
10,29638584 |
 |
RUB |
5,42720644 |
Here are the buying and selling rates offered by several Venezuelan banks on March 18, 2026:
| Fecha del Indicador | Banco | Compra | Venta |
| 18/03/2026 | BBVA Provincial | 576,0665 | 518,6748 |
| 18/03/2026 | Bancamiga | 500,3644 | 506,9812 |
| 18/03/2026 | Banesco | 547,5236 | 539,1861 |
| 18/03/2026 | Banco Mercantil | 577,3717 | 545,0000 |
| 18/03/2026 | Banco Nacional de Crédito BNC | 464,1637 | 483,8723 |
| 18/03/2026 | Otras Instituciones | 514,3980 | 488,6116 |
Histórico del Cierre Diario de la Tasa Referencial del BCV:
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The BCV exchange rate is a crucial benchmark for financial operations, pricing, and economic planning in Venezuela. Staying informed with these daily updates is essential for making sound financial decisions.
