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USD USD SGD SGD Rate as of2026-05-16

USD to SGD Converter.

Current rate

1 USD = 1.36 SGD as of 2026-05-16. Singapore-centric pair. Used by US-Singapore business, Singapore-based US expats, and ASEAN headquartered businesses. SGD is managed by Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) against an undisclosed trade-weighted basket — making it more stable than free-floating currencies.

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USDSGD Converter

$
🇺🇸 $1.00 = 🇸🇬
SGD 1.36
Rate: 1 USD = 1.3600 SGD
Common conversions
🇺🇸 USD🇸🇬 SGD
$1.00SGD 1.36
$10.00SGD 13.60
$100.00SGD 136.00
$500.00SGD 680.00
$1,000.00SGD 1,360.00
$5,000.00SGD 6,800.00
$10,000.00SGD 13,600.00
$50,000.00SGD 68,000.00
$100,000.00SGD 136,000.00
✨ Mid-market rate · as of 2026-05-16 · Real-world transfer rates may differ 0.5-3% depending on provider · Not financial advice
📈 Trend

USD trend over time.

Today
1.36
1 USD = SGD
1 year ago
1.33
↑ 2.3% in 12 months
5 years ago
1.33
↑ 2.3% in 5 years
🔢 Quick reference

USD to SGD conversion table.

Common US Dollar amounts converted to Singapore Dollar at today's rate of 1 USD = 1.36 SGD. The reverse holds too: 1 SGD = 0.7353 USD.

USD → SGD
1 USD 1.36 SGD
5 USD 6.8 SGD
10 USD 13.6 SGD
25 USD 34 SGD
50 USD 68 SGD
100 USD 136 SGD
500 USD 680 SGD
1,000 USD 1,360 SGD
5,000 USD 6,800 SGD
10,000 USD 13,600 SGD
SGD → USD
1 SGD 0.7353 USD
5 SGD 3.68 USD
10 SGD 7.35 USD
25 SGD 18.38 USD
50 SGD 36.76 USD
100 SGD 73.53 USD
500 SGD 367.65 USD
1,000 SGD 735.29 USD
5,000 SGD 3,676 USD
10,000 SGD 7,353 USD
💡 About this corridor

Why people convert USD to SGD.

The USD/SGD corridor is driven mostly by global reserve currency and remittances from US-based workers. On the Singapore Dollar side, demand comes from Singapore PR, tech worker remittances, and asset diversification. Because both sides see steady two-way flow, USD/SGD is one of the more liquid pairs in this region — which usually means tighter spreads and smaller markups than thinly-traded exotic pairs.

Over the past 12 months the US Dollar has moved up 2.3% against the Singapore Dollar, and over five years it has strengthened about 2.3% (from 1.33 to 1.36). If you're sending money on this corridor, that trend matters: a rising rate means timing your transfer — or locking a rate with a forward contract for large amounts — can change the Singapore Dollar you receive by a meaningful margin.

Getting the best USD → SGD rate. The figure above is the mid-market rate — the "true" rate banks and brokers reference. Most banks add a 1–3% margin on top and may charge a flat wire fee. Specialist services (Wise, Remitly, and regional exchange houses on this corridor) typically convert closer to mid-market. Always compare the effective rate after all fees, not just the headline rate — on a large USD transfer, a 2% difference is real money.

Rates shown are indicative mid-market rates as of 2026-05-16 and are for informational purposes only — not a quote or financial advice. Confirm the live rate with your provider before transacting.

❓ FAQ

USD to SGD FAQ.

How is the Singapore Dollar managed?
MAS uses the exchange rate (NOT interest rates) as its primary policy tool. It manages SGD against an undisclosed trade-weighted basket within an undisclosed band, with an undisclosed slope (rate of allowed appreciation/depreciation). This "managed float against undisclosed basket" makes SGD more stable than freely-floating peers but also less predictable for traders.
USD to SGD for Singapore PR savings?
Singapore PR (Permanent Residency) doesn't require specific savings, but many applicants build SGD savings to support PR sponsorship for family. Stocks, fixed deposits, and CPF contributions are common buckets. Wise and DBS Multi-Currency Account (MCA) are popular for currency-converting expat income.
Is SGD a good hedge against USD?
Yes for ASEAN-focused investors. SGD has appreciated against USD in 5-year horizons during MAS tightening cycles (2022-23). It's also held by many private bankers as a "Asia-USD alternative" for clients diversifying away from USD without taking on volatile EM currency risk.