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Current Date And Time In Fray Bentos, Uruguay

Wednesday, 29 July 2026
00:34:52 UYT
Currency: Uruguayan Peso (UYU)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (UYT)
Population: 23,279

💰 Uruguayan Peso (UYU) — Fray Bentos, Río Negro Department Currency & Exchange Rates


The official currency of Fray Bentos, Río Negro Department, Uruguay is the Uruguayan Peso (UYU), represented by the symbol $. This page provides live UYU exchange rates for Fray Bentos against the world's most actively traded currencies — USD, EUR, JPY, GBP and CNY — refreshed regularly for reliable forex reference. Whether you are a logistics planner, cross-border trade specialist or finance professional operating in Fray Bentos, accurate UYU conversion data is essential for cost estimation, invoice pricing and strategic financial planning.

Use this page to check the UYU exchange rate for international trade with Fray Bentos • cross-border payment settlements • business invoice conversion • forex market research for Uruguay operations • travel budget planning • remittance and multi-currency financial management • investment valuation in South America markets.

Fray Bentos is a city in Río Negro Department, Uruguay, located in South America. All financial transactions, retail purchases and business dealings within Fray Bentos are conducted using the Uruguayan Peso (UYU) — the same national monetary unit used across all cities and states of Uruguay. For the state-level and country-level currency data, visit the Río Negro Department Currency page or the Uruguay Currency page.

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💰 Uruguayan Peso Currency Profile — Fray Bentos, Río Negro Department

Uruguayan Peso (UYU) is the official legal tender of Uruguay, used across all cities including Fray Bentos. Identified by the currency symbol $ and the ISO 4217 code UYU, this currency underpins all financial transactions, retail commerce and business dealings in Fray Bentos. This profile is useful for international invoicing, forex identification, banking transactions and cross-border payment processing involving Fray Bentos, Río Negro Department.

Currency Name Uruguayan Peso
ISO 4217 Code UYU
Currency Symbol $
City Fray Bentos
State Río Negro Department
Country Uruguay
Continent South America

🔁 Live UYU Currency Converter — Fray Bentos

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⏰ Rates as of Jul 28, 2026 9:30 PM UTC

🤍 Gold & Silver Rates Today — Fray Bentos, Río Negro Department (in UYU)

Indicative gold and silver prices for Fray Bentos, converted to Uruguayan Peso (UYU) from live international bullion spot rates — the same XAU/XAG benchmark used by markets worldwide.

⏰ Spot rate as of Jul 28, 2026 9:30 PM UTC

🥳 Gold Purity Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Tola (11.66g)
24K (999, Fine Gold) $ 5,209.95 $ 52,099.49 $ 60,767.82
22K (916, Jewellery Standard) $ 4,772.31 $ 47,723.13 $ 55,663.33
18K (750) $ 3,907.46 $ 39,074.62 $ 45,575.87
🥈 Silver (999 Fine) Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Kilogram
Fine Silver $ 74.55 $ 745.53 $ 74,553.37

⚠️ Note: These are indicative rates derived from live international bullion spot prices (XAU/XAG), converted to UYU. Local jewellery and bullion dealer prices in Fray Bentos typically differ due to making/wastage charges, import duty, GST/VAT and dealer premiums — always confirm with a local jeweller or bullion dealer before any transaction.

📊 UYU Exchange Rates — Fray Bentos, Río Negro Department

Live UYU exchange rates for Fray Bentos — showing exactly how much 1 $ Uruguayan Peso is worth in each foreign currency, plus the inverse rate (how much of each foreign currency equals 1 UYU). Rates are recalculated hourly, making this the most current UYU conversion reference for forex traders, importers, exporters, international businesses and travellers dealing with Fray Bentos, Río Negro Department.

⏰ Updated hourly • Jul 28, 2026 9:30 PM UTC

Currency Code 1 UYU = Inverse Rate
United States DollarUSD0.02491 = 40.2153 UYU
EuroEUR0.02181 = 45.8233 UYU
Japanese YenJPY4.07111 = 0.2456 UYU
British Pound SterlingGBP0.01871 = 53.4626 UYU
Chinese YuanCNY0.16841 = 5.9384 UYU
Australian DollarAUD0.03581 = 27.9433 UYU
Canadian DollarCAD0.03511 = 28.5269 UYU
Swiss FrancCHF0.02041 = 49.1461 UYU
Mexican PesoMXN0.43381 = 2.3052 UYU
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💱 Uruguayan Peso VS Major World Currencies — Fray Bentos

Compare the Uruguayan Peso (UYU) — the currency used in Fray Bentos, Río Negro Department — against the five most traded currencies in global forex markets: US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Japanese Yen (JPY), British Pound (GBP) and Chinese Yuan (CNY). This UYU vs major currencies comparison shows both the direct rate — how much foreign currency 1 $ buys — and the inverse rate, useful for pricing Fray Bentos imports and exports, benchmarking UYU strength and planning international financial transactions in or with Uruguay.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 28, 2026 9:30 PM UTC

Symbol Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
$🇺🇸 USD
United States Dollar
$ 1 = $ 0.0249$ 1 = $ 40.2153
🇪🇺 EUR
Euro
$ 1 = € 0.0218€ 1 = $ 45.8233
¥🇯🇵 JPY
Japanese Yen
$ 1 = ¥ 4.0711¥ 1 = $ 0.2456
£🇬🇧 GBP
British Pound Sterling
$ 1 = £ 0.0187£ 1 = $ 53.4626
¥🇨🇳 CNY
Chinese Yuan
$ 1 = ¥ 0.1684¥ 1 = $ 5.9384

💡 Need more conversions? Use our Currency Converter Tool for hourly-updated rates, historical data and calculations for 100+ currencies.

🎯 Global Currency Strength Ranking — UYU

Out of 162 actively traded world currencies tracked against the US Dollar, the Uruguayan Peso (UYU) — the currency used in Fray Bentos, Río Negro Department — currently ranks #87 by per-unit value, making it stronger than 46% of all currencies on this list. A lower rank means fewer units of that currency are needed to buy one US Dollar. Within South America, UYU ranks #8 of 13 currencies tracked on this site for that continent.

ℹ️ This ranks currencies by face value per unit against the US Dollar — the same measure used in "world's strongest currencies" lists. It reflects historical denomination, not economic size, purchasing power or GDP.

📏 How this number is worked out: UYU currently trades at 40.2153 per US Dollar. Comparing that to all 162 tracked currencies — 86 of them trade at a lower rate (so are stronger than UYU), and 75 trade at a higher rate (so are weaker). That places UYU at rank #87 = 1 + 86 currencies stronger than it.

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📍 How UYU Compares to Its Closest-Value Neighbours

The currencies ranked immediately above and below UYU by per-unit value — the most relevant comparison, since these are the currencies closest to it in worth.

Rank Currency Value per US Dollar
#85 SRD — Surinamese Dollar 37.8515 per $1
#86 MRU — Mauritanian Ouguiya 40.1000 per $1
#87 UYU — Uruguayan Peso ⬤ (this page) 40.2153 per $1
#88 UAH — Ukrainian Hryvnia 44.8515 per $1
#89 TRY — Turkish Lira 47.3930 per $1

🌎 Regional Currencies in South America — Fray Bentos Currency

See how the Uruguayan Peso (UYU) — used in Fray Bentos, Uruguay — compares against currencies used by neighbouring countries across South America. This regional comparison is essential for intra-continental trade pricing, cross-border travel budgeting, regional investment analysis and understanding Uruguay's currency strength relative to its continental neighbours. Each row shows both the direct and inverse conversion rate so you can instantly calculate costs in either direction.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 28, 2026 9:30 PM UTC

Country Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
BrazilBRL
Brazilian real
$ 1 = R$ 0.1278R$ 1 = $ 7.8261
ColombiaCOP
Colombian peso
$ 1 = $ 79.2221$ 1 = $ 0.0126
ArgentinaARS
Argentine peso
$ 1 = $ 37.2916$ 1 = $ 0.0268
PeruPEN
Peruvian sol
$ 1 = S/. 0.0844S/. 1 = $ 11.8454
ChileCLP
Chilean peso
$ 1 = $ 23.2469$ 1 = $ 0.0430
EcuadorUSD
United States dollar
$ 1 = $ 0.0249$ 1 = $ 40.2153
BoliviaBOB
Bolivian boliviano
$ 1 = Bs. 0.2826Bs. 1 = $ 3.5385
ParaguayPYG
Paraguayan guaraní
$ 1 = ₲ 149.1844₲ 1 = $ 0.0067

🌍 Planning to travel or trade in South America? Compare exchange rates and use our currency converter for accurate regional conversions.

💵 Spending, Exchanging & Trading UYU in Fray Bentos

💰 Everyday Payments in Fray Bentos

Shops, transport and services across Fray Bentos, Río Negro Department price everything in Uruguayan Peso (UYU), marked with the $ symbol. There is no separate city currency or local scrip to learn — Fray Bentos runs on the exact same money as the rest of Uruguay. Field sales reps, delivery partners and on-ground buyers working Fray Bentos can budget straight from the UYU exchange rates table above without adjusting for local exceptions.

📈 What Moves the UYU Rate for Fray Bentos Deals

A swing in the UYU rate against USD, EUR or GBP reaches every invoice, supplier contract and sales forecast tied to Fray Bentos. Companies buying from or selling into Fray Bentos track this rate closely to time purchase orders, hedge exposure and protect margins on cross-border deals. The live rate table above updates regularly for exactly this kind of monitoring.

✈️ Budgeting a Trip to Fray Bentos

Travellers flying or driving into Fray Bentos get a smoother trip by converting cash to UYU ($) before arrival rather than relying on last-minute airport counters. Knowing today's rate makes it far easier to estimate hotel bills, local transport and day-to-day spending money once you land in Fray Bentos. Check the UYU vs major currencies card for a quick mental conversion before you go.

🌎 Fray Bentos's Place in Río Negro Department's Currency Zone

Fray Bentos, home to a recorded population of 23,279, is one of the commercial points of Río Negro Department where UYU circulates the same way it does everywhere else in Uruguay. There's no city-level monetary authority here — for the wider regional forex picture and every converter tool, visit the Río Negro Department Currency page.

📦 Cross-Border Trade Touching Fray Bentos

Exporters shipping out of Fray Bentos and importers supplying its local retailers both live with the UYU conversion rate on the day a contract is signed. Watching real-time UYU movement against USD, EUR and neighbouring currencies helps lock in margins before a shipment ever leaves the warehouse. View South America regional currency rates for the wider trade picture around Fray Bentos.

💳 Investing & Sending Money to Fray Bentos

Anyone remitting funds, buying property or building a financial position tied to Fray Bentos needs today's UYU rate, not last week's. The UYU rate against JPY, GBP and CNY matters just as much for portfolios with exposure across South America. See UYU vs major world currencies for the full comparison.

🥳 Local gold pricing: jewellers in Fray Bentos price 22K gold off the same UYU rate used throughout this page — roughly $ 4,772/gram today. See the full gold & silver rates table above for 24K, 18K, sovereign and tola pricing.

🔎 Related City & State Tools

🗺 Fray Bentos Map View the Fray Bentos satellite map with precise GPS coordinates for location intelligence.
📍 Nearby Cities Explore cities near Fray Bentos for distance, direction and market-research context.
✈️ Fray Bentos Travel Guide Access the travel standards guide for electrical plugs, driving rules and emergency numbers.
🌐 Río Negro Department & Uruguay Compare rates on the Río Negro Department currency page or the Uruguay currency page.

Frequently Asked Questions — Money & UYU in Fray Bentos

What currency do I need in Fray Bentos?

Fray Bentos, like every city in Río Negro Department and across Uruguay, runs on the Uruguayan Peso (ISO code UYU, symbol $). Carry or exchange into UYU before you arrive — no other currency is accepted for everyday purchases here.


What's today's UYU to US Dollar rate?

Check the live exchange rates table above for the current UYU/USD rate, refreshed on every page load. For exact figures, use our dedicated UYU to USD converter to run invoices, remittances or trip budgets tied to Fray Bentos.


Does Fray Bentos use a different currency than the rest of Río Negro Department?

No — Fray Bentos shares the same UYU currency as every other city in Río Negro Department and across Uruguay. Notes, coins and exchange rates are identical nationwide; there is no city-specific pricing or local scrip in Fray Bentos.


Which world currencies can I compare against UYU here?

This page tracks UYU against USD, EUR, GBP, JPY and CNY in real time — see the exchange rates table and the UYU vs major currencies card above. Useful for forex trading, remittances, import/export contracts and travel budgeting tied to Fray Bentos.


How does the UYU rate affect prices and business in Fray Bentos?

When UYU weakens, imported goods and equipment cost more for businesses in Fray Bentos, while locally made exports become cheaper for overseas buyers. When it strengthens, the opposite happens. Tracking the rate day to day is standard practice for procurement and pricing teams operating in Fray Bentos.


What is today's gold rate in Fray Bentos?

Gold pricing in Fray Bentos follows the national UYU rate: 22K jewellery gold works out to roughly $ 4,772/gram today. See the gold & silver rates table above for 24K, 18K, sovereign and tola pricing.


Where can I exchange money or withdraw cash in Fray Bentos?

Banks, authorised forex dealers and ATMs across Fray Bentos accept major international cards for withdrawals in UYU. Before committing to an exchange counter, compare its offered rate against the live rate on this page to avoid an inflated margin.