Ugandan Shilling (UGX)
The Ugandan Shilling is the official currency of Uganda.
Currency Details
| Currency Code | UGX |
| Symbol | USh |
| Minor Unit | Cent (1/100, not in circulation) |
| Country | Uganda |
| Central Bank | Bank of Uganda |
Official UGX Central Bank Rates
Live rates on this page are mid-market rates. For tax filings, customs valuations, audits, and compliant invoicing you often need the official reference rate published by Bank of Uganda instead. AllRatesToday serves Bank of Uganda published rates as JSON, with history and a free latest-rates tier.
Popular UGX Conversions
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Coins & Banknotes
🪙 Coins
USh50USh100USh200USh500USh1000
💵 Banknotes
USh1000USh2000USh5000USh10000USh20000USh50000
Frequently Asked Questions
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Ugandan Shilling is UGX. This three-letter code is used internationally in banking, finance, and commerce to identify the Ugandan Shilling.
The Ugandan Shilling (UGX) is the official currency of Uganda. It is managed by the Bank of Uganda.
The symbol for the Ugandan Shilling is USh. The minor unit is the Cent (1/100, not in circulation).
The Ugandan Shilling (UGX) is managed by the Bank of Uganda. The central bank is responsible for monetary policy, issuing banknotes and coins, and maintaining the stability of the currency.
Get UGX Rates via API
Access live Ugandan Shilling exchange rates in your app with the official SDK.
Install
npm install @allratestoday/sdk Usage
import AllRatesToday from '@allratestoday/sdk';
const client = new AllRatesToday('YOUR_API_KEY');
const rate = await client.getRate('UGX', 'USD');