Dollar in Uruguay at $39,55 — September 13, 2026

📊 Uruguay Foreign Exchange Market Summary - 2026-09-13

The Uruguayan market is dynamic, with 45 exchange houses operating in 7 major currencies. Available transaction methods include cash (banknotes), digital transfers (EBROU), and general bank transfers.

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1. General Market Status 🗓️

As of September 13, 2026, the foreign exchange market in Uruguay offers a variety of buying and selling options, with the US dollar (USD) and the euro (EUR) being the currencies with the highest number of quotes and liquidity. Volatility varies significantly among the currencies, with the ARS exhibiting the widest spread and the USD the tightest among the major currencies.

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2. Best Opportunities to Trade Currencies 📈

To Sell Foreign Currency (You will receive more UYU for your foreign currency):

• ARS: Tradelix ($0.1500), Prex ($0.0300)
• BRL: Cambio Principal ($7.90), Fenix Exchange ($7.85)
• CHF: Cambio Federal ($46.85), Cambio Argentino ($46.85)
• EUR: Cambio El Trébol ($46.25), Cambio Matriz ($46.00)
• GBP: Cambio Romántico ($51.44), Cambio Argentino ($51.44)
• PYG: Cambio Argentino ($0.00634), BROU ($0.00634)
• USD: Cambial Currency Exchange ($40.00), Cambio Principal ($40.00)

To Buy Foreign Currency (You will pay less UYU for your foreign currency):

• ARS: Cambio Obelisco ($0.0300), Prex ($0.0300)
• BRL: Cambial Currency Exchange ($8.20), Fenix Exchange ($8.20)
• CHF: Cambio Federal ($51.68), Cambio Argentino ($51.68)
• EUR: Baluma Cambio ($48.75), Cambio Obelisco ($49.00)
• GBP: Cambio Romántico ($58.22), Cambio Argentino ($58.22)
• PYG: Cambio Argentino ($0.00704), BROU ($0.00704)
• USD: Baluma Cambio ($39.55), Prex ($40.63)

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3. Average Spread and Best Options per Spread 📊

The spread is the difference between the buy and sell price of a currency. A smaller spread means a more favorable trade for you.

Badge	Average Spread	Currency Exchange Houses with the Lowest Spread (Banknote)
ARS	401.70%	Prex (0.00), Fortex (0.00551), Cambio Obelisco (0.01)
BRL	18.60%	Cambio Principal (0.3000), Fenix Exchange (0.3500), Cambial Exchange House (0.4000)
CHF	16.13%	Cambio Federal (4.83), Cambio Argentino (4.83), BROU (4.83)
EUR	10.53%	Cambio El Trébol (3.00), Fortex (3.21), Varlix (4.00)
GBP	14.59%	Cambio Romántico (6.78), Cambio Argentino (6.78), Cambio Federal (6.78)
PYG	13.67%	Cambio Argentino (0.0007), BROU (0.0007), Cambio Federal (0.0007)
USD	5.77%	Prex (0.8100), Cambial Exchange House (1.20), Cambio Principal (1.20)

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4. Comparison: Cash (BILL) vs. eBROU 📱💵

Type of Operation	Average Purchase (UYU)	Average Sale (UYU)	Average Spread	Key Observations
BILLETE	It varies by currency	It varies by currency	Generally greater than eBROU	Instant cash. Greater selection and variety of currency exchange offices.
EBROU	$39.45 (USD)	$40.95 (USD)	1.50 (USD)	Digital transfer via eBROU. Lower liquidity, focused on USD.

Note: EBROU data is only available for USD in the provided data.

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5. General Recommendation for the User 👍

• For large or frequent transactions: Always compare exchange rates and spreads between currency exchanges before trading. The USD has the most competitive spreads.
• For ARS: The spreads are extremely wide. Consider whether the trade justifies the cost. Prex and Fortex offer lower spreads in ARS.
• For minor currencies (CHF, GBP, PYG): The selection is more limited. Check the rates at exchange bureaus with a presence in your area to ensure availability.
• For digital transactions: eBROU is a convenient option for USD if you're looking for a fast transfer, but check if the fees are competitive with other digital options or bank transfers.
• Consider the location: If you need cash, check the geographical presence of the exchange houses that offer the best rates (e.g., OCA, Scotiabank, BROU have wide coverage).

Trade smart! 🧠