BYR · BYR
Belarusian Ruble (BYR)
The Belarusian ruble (BYR) is the official currency of Belarus. This page provides an overview of its history, denominations, and role in the economy.
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Converted amount
0.0000 USD
Exchange rate
1 BYR = 0.000050 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
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BYR · Belarusian Ruble
Belarusian Ruble (BYR): Overview and History
The Belarusian ruble (BYR) has been the national currency of Belarus since the country gained independence in 1991. It replaced the Soviet ruble at a rate of 1 BYR to 10 Soviet rubles. Over the years, the currency has undergone several redenominations due to high inflation, with the most recent in 2016 when 10,000 old rubles were exchanged for 1 new ruble (BYN). However, the BYR code is still used in some contexts to refer to the pre-2016 currency.
The currency is issued by the National Bank of the Republic of Belarus. Banknotes are available in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, and 500 rubles, while coins are issued in 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 kopecks, as well as 1 and 2 rubles. The ruble is subdivided into 100 kopecks.
Belarus's economy is heavily reliant on manufacturing and agriculture, and the ruble's value has been influenced by trade relations with Russia and other neighboring countries. As with any currency, exchange rates fluctuate based on market conditions, and it is advisable to consult official sources for current rates.
- Code
- BYR
- Symbol
- BYR
- Current rate
- USD / BYR
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
Introduced in 1992, replacing the Soviet ruble.
- Official name
- Belarusian Ruble
- Legal tender status
- Withdrawn
- Decimal places
- 0
- Countries
- Belarus
- Issuing authority
- National Bank of the Republic of Belarus
- Central bank
- National Bank of the Republic of Belarus · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Managed float
Common banknotes
100 BYR · 500 BYR · 1000 BYR · 5000 BYR · 10000 BYR · 20000 BYR · 50000 BYR · 100000 BYR
Also known as
BYR · Belarusian Ruble · Br
Practical notes
- Replaced by the Belarusian ruble (BYN) at a rate of 1 BYN = 10,000 BYR.
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Belarusian Ruble questions
What is the BYR exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/BYR. It can change throughout the day.
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