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๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฌMalagasy Ariary to US Dollar

MGA to USD โ€” used in Madagascar.
1 USD =
4,550.00 MGA
1 MGA =
0.00022 USD
MGA symbol
Ar
USD symbol
$

This page gives a quick reference rate for converting between the Malagasy Ariary (MGA) and the US Dollar (USD). 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.

Conversion Table

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

MGA โ†’ USD

MGAUSD
1 MGA0.00022 USD
5 MGA0.001099 USD
10 MGA0.002198 USD
25 MGA0.005495 USD
50 MGA0.010989 USD
100 MGA0.021978 USD
250 MGA0.054945 USD
500 MGA0.10989 USD
1,000 MGA0.21978 USD
5,000 MGA1.0989 USD

USD โ†’ MGA

USDMGA
1 USD4,550.00 MGA
5 USD22,750.00 MGA
10 USD45,500.00 MGA
25 USD113,750.00 MGA
50 USD227,500.00 MGA
100 USD455,000.00 MGA
250 USD1,137,500.00 MGA
500 USD2,275,000.00 MGA
1,000 USD4,550,000.00 MGA
5,000 USD22,750,000.00 MGA

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 100 MGA in USD?

100 MGA is approximately 0.021978 USD at the reference rate of 1 USD โ‰ˆ 4,550.00 MGA. Rates move daily โ€” use the converter above for other amounts.

Is the Malagasy Ariary pegged to the US Dollar?

Most African currencies either float freely or are pegged to a major reference currency, often the US dollar or euro. See the full Malagasy Ariary guide for its specific exchange rate regime and how that affects its rate against the US Dollar.

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

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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