National Bank of Ukraine Sets Official Exchange Rates for March 30, 2026

Official Exchange Rates and the NBU's Key Policy Rate

According to Главком: The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has announced its official exchange rates for March 30, 2026, while maintaining its key policy rate at 15% per annum. This decision signals the regulator's commitment to a stable monetary policy amidst ongoing economic pressures. The Ukrainian hryvnia's value against major currencies is a key indicator of the country's economic health.

As of March 30, 2026, the NBU's official rates are as follows:

• 43.84 hryvnias per US dollar
• 50.48 hryvnias per euro
• 11.77 hryvnias per Polish zloty

The unchanged key policy rate continues to influence lending and investment activity within the country. A notable additional measure is the NBU's decision to conduct an operation exchanging non-cash foreign currency held by banks for cash, which may improve liquidity in the banking system.

Competition in the Foreign Exchange Market

The NBU's published rates are: 43.8400 for USD, 50.4861 for EUR, 58.2327 for GBP, 11.7761 for PLN, and 55.0097 for CHF. Meanwhile, various commercial banks are offering their own exchange rates. For example:

• Oschadbank has set rates of 43.65/44.25 for USD and 50.35/51.20 for EUR
• PrivatBank – 43.62/44.05 for USD and 50.25/51.02 for EUR
• PUMB – 43.60/44.20 for USD and 50.50/51.20 for EUR

Other banks, such as monobank, Raiffeisen, OTP Bank, and Ukrsibbank, are also offering their own rates, which generally range between 43.55-44.25 hryvnias per dollar and 50.00-51.20 hryvnias per euro. This variation indicates a degree of competition among banks in the currency exchange sector, which can affect customer choices.

Overall, the stability of the key policy rate and the official exchange rates set by the NBU point to sustained financial stability in Ukraine, despite the economic challenges it faces.

Conditions in the foreign exchange market and the level of the key policy rate are crucial indicators for investors and businesses, as they directly impact the cost of borrowing and influence investment decisions.

Maintaining the key rate at 15% likely reflects the NBU's cautious approach, aimed at supporting economic stability in an uncertain environment. Competition among banks for offering favorable exchange rates further highlights the activity within the financial sector, which could positively affect the availability of financial services for the public.

As the NBU maintains its key policy rate, understanding the context of recent currency trends becomes essential for investors and businesses alike. For a detailed look at how the Ukrainian hryvnia has performed in the previous weeks, including the exchange rates set by various banks, check out this article on the recent stability of the hryvnia.