RATE NOTE
This uses the rate you entered manually. It does not claim live exchange rates.
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Simple Currency Converter
Convert student budgets with a manual exchange rate. No fake live rates.
About this tool
What is Simple Currency Converter?
Simple Currency Converter converts an amount using an exchange rate that you type in. It does not claim to show live market rates, which makes it useful for budgeting abroad, estimating tuition in another currency or splitting a trip budget with an agreed rate. You can add a fee, split the cost between people and export a small report.
Useful when you need to
- Estimate tuition or living costs in another currency
- Plan a trip budget using the rate you were quoted
- Compare prices in two currencies
- Split a shared cost with a fee included
How to use
How to use Simple Currency Converter
01 Enter the amount
Type the amount and choose the currencies you are converting between.
02 Enter the rate
Type the exchange rate from your bank, card or an exchange app.
03 Add a fee or split
Optionally add a fee and the number of people sharing the cost.
04 Read and export
Check the converted amount and copy or download the report.
Tips
Get better results
- Use the rate your bank or card will actually apply, which usually includes a margin.
- Add the fee as a percentage to see the real cost.
- Rates change, so re-run the numbers on the day you pay.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does it show live exchange rates?
No. It uses the rate you enter, and it does not pretend to show market data.
Where do I find the rate?
Check your bank, card provider or a trusted financial source on the day.
Can I convert a list of costs?
Yes, it converts a small budget table using the same rate.
Is it stored?
The calculation runs in your browser.