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๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡บMauritian Rupee to British Pounds (GBP)

Convert MUR to pounds sterling โ€” MUR is used in Mauritius.
1 GBP =
60.7179 MUR
1 MUR =
0.01647 GBP
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This page gives a quick reference rate for converting between the Mauritian Rupee (MUR) and the British pound sterling (GBP). The Mauritian Rupee is used in Mauritius. 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.

MUR to GBP Calculator

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Based on 1 GBP = 60.7179 MUR (indicative rate, late July 2026).

Conversion Table

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

MUR โ†’ GBP

MURGBP
1 MUR0.016470 GBP
5 MUR0.082348 GBP
10 MUR0.164696 GBP
25 MUR0.411740 GBP
50 MUR0.823480 GBP
100 MUR1.6470 GBP
250 MUR4.1174 GBP
500 MUR8.2348 GBP
1,000 MUR16.4696 GBP
5,000 MUR82.3480 GBP
10,000 MUR164.6961 GBP
50,000 MUR823.4804 GBP
100,000 MUR1,646.96 GBP
1,000,000 MUR16,469.61 GBP

GBP โ†’ MUR

GBPMUR
1 GBP60.7179 MUR
5 GBP303.5895 MUR
10 GBP607.1790 MUR
25 GBP1,517.95 MUR
50 GBP3,035.89 MUR
100 GBP6,071.79 MUR
250 GBP15,179.48 MUR
500 GBP30,358.95 MUR
1,000 GBP60,717.90 MUR
5,000 GBP303,589.50 MUR
10,000 GBP607,179.00 MUR

About the Mauritian Rupee

Where did the Mauritian rupee come from?

It was introduced in 1876 under British colonial administration, replacing a mix of Indian, French, and Spanish coins that had circulated on the island beforehand.

Read the full Mauritian Rupee history, denominations & FAQ →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MUR to GBP exchange rate today?

The reference rate on this page is 1 GBP ≈ 60.7179 MUR (equivalently 1 MUR ≈ 0.01647 GBP). It is an indicative snapshot rather than a live feed, so today’s exact market rate will differ slightly. For a rate you are about to transact on, check your bank, Wise or XE — and compare what they quote against the figure here to see the spread you are being charged.

How much is 100 MUR in GBP?

100 MUR is approximately 1.647 GBP at the reference rate of 1 GBP โ‰ˆ 60.7179 MUR. Rates move daily โ€” use the converter above for other amounts.

Is the Mauritian rupee stable compared to other African currencies?

Generally yes โ€” Mauritius's diversified economy (tourism, financial services, textiles) has helped keep the rupee comparatively stable versus many other currencies on the continent.

How many pounds is 1,000 Mauritian Rupee?

1,000 Mauritian Rupee is about 16.4696 pounds sterling at the reference rate of 1 GBP โ‰ˆ 60.7179 MUR. Use the calculator above to convert any MUR amount to pounds, or the table below for common amounts up to 1,000,000 MUR.

What's the best way to exchange MUR 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?

The African Currencies directory covers all 54 African countries, with USD, EUR and GBP conversions for each.

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