US Dollar to Swiss Franc — USD to CHF
USD to CHF Converter
USD/CHF Rate — Last 30 Days
Rate Statistics
| Period | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | 0.7910 | 0.7816 | 0.7848 |
| 30 days | 0.7910 | 0.7772 | 0.7842 |
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Historical USD/CHF Rates by Year
What drives the USD/CHF rate?
Whether you're converting dollars for a Switzerland trip, buying CHF as a safe haven, or following SNB policy, here's what drives the US Dollar to Swiss Franc rate. The USD/CHF pair features the Swiss Franc, considered a safe-haven currency. CHF typically strengthens during global uncertainty and geopolitical risk. Swiss National Bank interventions in the currency market are well documented and can cause sharp moves. Switzerland's political neutrality and strong banking sector support long-term CHF demand.
How to get the best USD to CHF rate
The rate shown above is the interbank mid-market rate — the real exchange rate used between financial institutions. Individual customers cannot access this rate directly. Banks typically add a 2–3% spread on top, meaning you receive significantly less than the rate shown.
Online transfer services like Wise offer rates very close to the interbank rate with a small transparent fee of 0.5–1%. On a $1,000 USD exchange this typically saves $15–25 compared to a bank. Airport exchange booths charge the highest fees — often 5–8% above the interbank rate — and should be avoided for large amounts.