UYU · UYU
Uruguayan Peso (UYU)
The Uruguayan Peso (UYU) is the official currency of Uruguay, issued by the Central Bank of Uruguay. It is subdivided into 100 centésimos.
Convert this currency
Converted amount
0.0248 USD
Exchange rate
1 UYU = 0.024833 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
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UYU · Uruguayan Peso
Uruguayan Peso (UYU) Overview
The Uruguayan Peso (UYU) has been the official currency of Uruguay since 1993, when it replaced the nuevo peso at a rate of 1,000 to 1. The currency is issued and regulated by the Central Bank of Uruguay (Banco Central del Uruguay). The symbol for the peso is $, and it is often denoted as UYU to distinguish it from other peso currencies.
The Uruguayan Peso is subdivided into 100 centésimos, although due to inflation, centésimo coins are rarely used in everyday transactions. Banknotes are issued in denominations of 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000, and 2000 pesos, while coins are available in 1, 2, 5, and 10 pesos.
Uruguay has a relatively stable economy in Latin America, and the Uruguayan Peso is freely convertible. The exchange rate is determined by the foreign exchange market, with the Central Bank intervening to manage excessive volatility. As with any currency, its value fluctuates against other major currencies, and it is important to check current rates for financial transactions.
- Code
- UYU
- Symbol
- UYU
- Current rate
- USD / UYU
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
Introduced in 1993, replacing the Nuevo Peso.
- Official name
- Peso Uruguayo
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Uruguay
- Decimal places
- 2
- Minor unit
- Centésimo · 1 UYU = 100 Centésimo
- Countries
- Uruguay
- Issuing authority
- Banco Central del Uruguay
- Central bank
- Banco Central del Uruguay · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Floating exchange rate
Common banknotes
$20 · $50 · $100 · $200 · $500 · $1000 · $2000
Common coins
$1 · $2 · $5 · $10
Also known as
Peso · Uruguayan Peso · Peso Uruguayo · UYU · $
Practical notes
- The symbol '$' is used, but it may be confused with other dollar currencies.
- The currency is often referred to as 'peso uruguayo' to distinguish it from other pesos.
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Uruguayan Peso questions
What is the UYU exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/UYU. It can change throughout the day.
How can I convert UYU online?
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