Official Exchange Rates for March 27, 2026
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has announced its official exchange rates for March 27, 2026, while maintaining its key policy rate at 15% per annum. The official rate for the US dollar is set at UAH 43.88, the euro at UAH 50.61, and the Polish zloty at UAH 11.84. This key interest rate is a primary tool used by the central bank to manage inflation and influence the economy.
According to the NBU's published data, compared to the previous day:
- The US dollar appreciated by 1 kopiyka;
- The euro depreciated by 24 kopiykas;
- The Polish zloty depreciated by 6 kopiykas.
These minor adjustments reflect typical fluctuations in the foreign exchange market and impact financial transactions for both individuals and businesses.
Commercial Bank Exchange Rates
In a separate decision, the NBU's board has approved an operation to exchange non-cash foreign currency held by banks for cash. This move could significantly affect market liquidity and the availability of foreign currency for the public. The decision to keep the discount rate unchanged signals the NBU's commitment to a stable monetary policy amid the current economic climate.
The official NBU exchange rates as of 08:00 on March 27, 2026, are:
- USD 1 = UAH 43.8850;
- EUR 1 = UAH 50.6104;
- GBP 1 = UAH 58.4899;
- PLN 1 = UAH 11.8406;
- CHF 1 = UAH 55.3265.
As of this date, the buy/sell rates at several major Ukrainian commercial banks are as follows:
- Oschadbank: USD 43.55/44.20, EUR 50.40/51.30;
- PrivatBank: USD 43.52/44.12, EUR 50.05/51.05;
- PUMB: USD 43.60/44.20, EUR 50.50/51.20;
- Raiffeisen Bank: USD 43.60/44.09, EUR 50.30/51.05;
- OTP Bank: USD 43.60/44.15, EUR 50.25/51.25;
- UkrSibbank: USD 43.60/44.22, EUR 50.40/51.30.
Thus, despite minor currency fluctuations, the National Bank continues to uphold monetary policy stability, a crucial factor for Ukraine's contemporary economy.
The situation on the foreign exchange market indicates a degree of volatility typical for financial markets, which can be caused by various internal and external factors. - Source: NBU
Maintaining the discount rate at 15% demonstrates the NBU's intent to control inflationary risks and ensure the stability of the national currency. In conditions of economic uncertainty, such decisions can help bolster confidence in the hryvnia and the overall stability of the financial system.