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๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฌMalagasy Ariary to British Pound

MGA to GBP โ€” used in Madagascar.
1 GBP =
5,833.33 MGA
1 MGA =
0.000171 GBP
MGA symbol
Ar
GBP symbol
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This page gives a quick reference rate for converting between the Malagasy Ariary (MGA) and the British Pound (GBP). The Malagasy Ariary is used in Madagascar. Rates below are indicative snapshots as of late July 2026 โ€” for live rates when sending money or exchanging cash, check your bank, Wise, or XE.

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Based on 1 GBP = 5,833.33 MGA (indicative rate, late July 2026).

Conversion Table

Common amounts converted both directions at today's reference rate.

MGA โ†’ GBP

MGAGBP
1 MGA0.000171 GBP
5 MGA0.000857 GBP
10 MGA0.001714 GBP
25 MGA0.004286 GBP
50 MGA0.008571 GBP
100 MGA0.017143 GBP
250 MGA0.042857 GBP
500 MGA0.085714 GBP
1,000 MGA0.171429 GBP
5,000 MGA0.857143 GBP

GBP โ†’ MGA

GBPMGA
1 GBP5,833.33 MGA
5 GBP29,166.67 MGA
10 GBP58,333.33 MGA
25 GBP145,833.33 MGA
50 GBP291,666.67 MGA
100 GBP583,333.33 MGA
250 GBP1,458,333.33 MGA
500 GBP2,916,666.67 MGA
1,000 GBP5,833,333.33 MGA
5,000 GBP29,166,666.67 MGA

About the Malagasy Ariary

Why isn't the ariary divided into 100 subunits?

It's one of only two non-decimal currencies left in the world โ€” 1 ariary equals 5 iraimbilanja rather than 100 of a subunit, a holdover from older French colonial-era coinage. The subunit is rarely used in practice today.

Read the full Malagasy Ariary history, denominations & FAQ →

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 100 MGA in GBP?

100 MGA is approximately 0.017143 GBP at the reference rate of 1 GBP โ‰ˆ 5,833.33 MGA. Rates move daily โ€” use the converter above for other amounts.

Why isn't the ariary divided into 100 subunits?

It's one of only two non-decimal currencies left in the world โ€” 1 ariary equals 5 iraimbilanja rather than 100 of a subunit, a holdover from older French colonial-era coinage. The subunit is rarely used in practice today.

What's the best way to exchange MGA for GBP?

Banks, licensed forex bureaus, and services like Wise or Revolut typically offer better rates than airport kiosks. Compare the mid-market rate shown here against what you're quoted before exchanging.

Where can I find rates for other currency pairs?

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