Ukraine's Central Bank Holds Key Rate at 15%, Publishes Official Exchange Rates for March 31, 2026

Official Exchange Rates for March 31, 2026

According to Главком: The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has announced its official exchange rates for March 31, 2026, while also deciding to maintain its key policy rate at 15%. This decision comes as the central bank continues its efforts to manage inflation and ensure economic stability. The official U.S. dollar rate was set at UAH 43.79, while the euro was valued at UAH 50.31. The Polish zloty was fixed at UAH 11.73. These rates were effective as of 07:15 on March 31, 2026.

In its latest meeting, the NBU's Board decided to keep the discount rate at 15% per annum. Additionally, the central bank will conduct an operation to exchange banks' non-cash foreign currency for cash.

Currency Exchange Rates for March 31, 2026

According to data provided by the NBU, the official exchange rates for March 31, 2026, are as follows:

• U.S. Dollar (USD) - UAH 43.7955
• Euro (EUR) - UAH 50.3123
• British Pound (GBP) - UAH 57.9546
• Polish Zloty (PLN) - UAH 11.7310
• Swiss Franc (CHF) - UAH 54.7718

Beyond the official rates, various commercial banks are offering their own exchange rates. For instance:

• Oschadbank: USD - 43.65 / 44.00 UAH, EUR - 50.20 / 50.90 UAH
• PrivatBank: USD - 43.65 / 44.05 UAH, EUR - 50.1 / 50.76 UAH, GBP - 57.72 / 58.47 UAH, PLN - 11.68 / 11.90 UAH
• PUMB: USD - 43.50 / 44.10 UAH, EUR - 50.20 / 50.90 UAH, GBP - 57.30 / 58.70 UAH, PLN - 11.58 / 11.88 UAH
• Monobank: USD - 43.66 / 44.05 UAH, EUR - 50.11 / 51.75 UAH
• Raiffeisen Bank: USD - 43.70 / 44.09 UAH, EUR - 50.00 / 50.72 UAH, GBP - 55.70 / 59.10 UAH, PLN - 11.10 / 12.10 UAH, CHF - 52.30 / 56.00 UAH
• OTP Bank: USD - 43.50 / 44.10 UAH, EUR - 50.00 / 51.00 UAH, CHF - 54.25 / 55.25 UAH
• UkrSibbank: USD - 43.65 / 44.05 UAH, EUR - 50.15 / 50.92 UAH, GBP - 57.15 / 59.00 UAH, CHF - 54.10 / 55.75 UAH

Consequently, the National Bank of Ukraine continues to monitor the foreign exchange market and works to maintain currency stability within the country.

The stability of the key policy rate and exchange rates are crucial factors for Ukraine's economic environment. Maintaining the discount rate at 15% may indicate the NBU's aim to control inflation and support macroeconomic stability, which is vital for investor confidence during a period of national recovery.

As the National Bank of Ukraine continues to adjust its monetary policy, understanding the fluctuations in exchange rates is crucial for both individuals and businesses. For a detailed overview of how the dollar and euro values have shifted recently, refer to our coverage of the official exchange rates published on March 10, 2026, which highlights the ongoing trends in the currency market.