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Explore the complete historical foreign exchange (forex) rates in Nepal with Notify Nepal. This page provides accurate, day-by-day records of official exchange rates for multiple currencies, helping you understand long-term trends, market movements, and currency fluctuations against the Nepalese Rupee (NPR).
The forex history table allows you to select a custom date range to view exchange rate data for any period. When the page first loads, rates from all available countries are displayed. You can also use the search box to quickly filter and view historical forex data for a specific country or currency.
| Date (AD) | Currency | Unit | Buying (NRs.) | Selling (NRs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 39.21 | 39.37 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 96.47 | 96.87 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 382 | 383.6 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 103.73 | 104.17 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 180.38 | 181.14 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 20.64 | 20.73 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 22.49 | 22.58 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 168.03 | 168.73 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 194 | 194.81 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 18.46 | 18.53 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 100 | 160 | 160.15 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 10 | 9.06 | 9.1 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 100 | 9.77 | 9.81 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 470.93 | 472.89 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 35.49 | 35.64 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 374.05 | 375.61 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 39.4 | 39.56 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 38.4 | 38.56 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 15.69 | 15.76 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 111.87 | 112.34 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 4.58 | 4.6 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1 | 144.01 | 144.61 |
The history of foreign exchange in Nepal reflects the country’s broader economic evolution, shaped by trade patterns, monetary policy decisions, and external economic relationships. Over time, the Nepalese Rupee (NPR) has undergone gradual structural changes influenced by regional integration, global market developments, and domestic financial reforms.
Examining historical foreign exchange trends provides valuable context for understanding present-day exchange rates. Such analysis enables individuals, businesses, and researchers to assess long-term currency behavior, policy impacts, and economic stability beyond short-term market fluctuations.

In the early stages of Nepal’s financial development, foreign exchange activity was limited and largely driven by trade with neighboring countries, particularly India. The Nepalese Rupee historically maintained a close alignment with the Indian Rupee, reflecting strong economic, geographic, and trade interdependence between the two countries.
As Nepal gradually expanded its engagement with international trade, remittances, and labor migration, the need for a more structured and regulated foreign exchange framework became increasingly important to support economic growth and external stability.
Since its establishment, Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has served as the central authority overseeing Nepal’s foreign exchange system. The bank introduced structured exchange rate publication, licensing frameworks, and regulatory controls to safeguard monetary stability and ensure the orderly functioning of the foreign exchange market.
Over time, NRB’s role has expanded in response to economic liberalization, growing remittance inflows, and increased integration with global financial markets. Through policy adjustments and supervisory oversight, the central bank has worked to balance exchange rate stability with evolving economic and external sector dynamics.

One of the defining features of Nepal’s foreign exchange system is the fixed exchange rate peg between the Nepalese Rupee (NPR) and the Indian Rupee (INR). Under this arrangement, the NPR is pegged at a constant rate to the INR, creating a stable framework for cross-border trade, investment, and remittance flows.
Given Nepal’s close economic ties with India, the peg helps minimize exchange rate risk for businesses, importers, and exporters. It also simplifies trade settlement and reduces uncertainty in pricing for goods and services moving between the two countries.
However, while the fixed peg promotes stability, it limits Nepal’s ability to pursue an independent monetary policy. Domestic interest rates and liquidity conditions must often align with developments in the Indian economy, reducing policy flexibility during periods of economic stress.
Historical foreign exchange data provides essential context for understanding present-day exchange rates. Rather than viewing currency movements as isolated events, long-term data reveals patterns shaped by economic policy, global market conditions, and structural changes in the economy.
For researchers, businesses, and policymakers, historical forex trends help assess currency stability, evaluate the impact of policy decisions, and identify long-term risks and opportunities. Such insights support informed financial planning, forecasting, and evidence-based decision-making.
Over time, remittance inflows have become a key stabilizing factor in Nepal's foreign exchange system. Rising foreign employment increased the supply of foreign currency, helping offset trade deficits and support foreign exchange reserves.
A significant share of Nepal’s foreign exchange earnings comes from remittances sent by migrant workers in countries such as India, the Gulf nations, Malaysia, and other regions. These inflows provide a steady and predictable source of foreign currency compared to volatile export earnings or external borrowing.

Strong remittance inflows help maintain balance in the foreign exchange market, reduce pressure on the Nepalese Rupee, and enable the central bank to manage exchange rate stability more effectively. They also play a critical role in financing imports, servicing external obligations, and maintaining adequate foreign exchange reserves.
Note: Historical forex data is provided for reference purposes only and should not be treated as a predictor of future exchange rate movements.