Exchanging US dollars for Costa Rican colones (USD/CRC)

453.05 CRCper 1 USD−0.47% over 24hCalculation refreshed today at 17:331 USD = 453.05 CRCOfficial rate; the final rate in the request may differ.
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The colon runs on a managed float, so the USD/CRC figure shifts and is agreed before payment. Tourists and anyone working with the country need this direction.

The Federal Reserve issues the US dollar, and its rate moves with Fed policy and the state of the American economy. At ATM24 the exchange is arranged through the site form or a manager.

When this exchange comes up

Travellers touring the national parks use it, along with specialists in high tech exports and businesses with Costa Rican partners. Dollars are accepted, but change comes back in colones.

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The essentials of the currency

The Costa Rican colon (CRC) comes from the Central Bank of Costa Rica and divides into 100 centimos. The rate is a managed float. The economy leans on high tech exports, including medical devices and semiconductors, and on ecotourism.

Getting the request in

Fill in the exchange form on the site or write to a manager: give the dollar amount, the city and how you want to receive colones. The manager agrees the USD/CRC rate and the final sum before payment.

USD to CRC rate movement

Current exchange-rate information and analysis

USD / CRCUSD to CRC

About exchanging USD to CRC

About USD (US Dollar)

US Dollar (USD) is a fiat currency used in the selected exchange direction. The country or currency area is United States and countries or territories using the US dollar. The issuer is listed separately, because the block should distinguish where the currency is used from the authority responsible for issuing it.

There are 100 cents in 1 US dollar. Before the operation, the user should confirm the receiving method, bank or payment service, beneficiary name, and local payment details. If the wrong currency is selected or the details are incomplete, the transfer may be delayed or fail to credit automatically.

ISO 4217
USD
Symbol
$
Country
United States
1 USD
100 cents

About CRC (Costa Rican Colón)

Costa Rican Colón (CRC) is a fiat currency used in the selected exchange direction. The country or currency area is Costa Rica. The issuer is listed separately, because the block should distinguish where the currency is used from the authority responsible for issuing it.

There are 100 centimos in 1 Costa Rican colón. Before the operation, the user should confirm the receiving method, bank or payment service, beneficiary name, and local payment details. If the wrong currency is selected or the details are incomplete, the transfer may be delayed or fail to credit automatically.

ISO 4217
CRC
Symbol
₡
Country
Costa Rica
1 CRC
100 centimos

Recent USD to CRC rate

  1. Today453.05 CRC

    CURRENT

  2. 24 hours ago455.2 CRC

    −0.47%

  3. One month ago452.54 CRC

    +0.11%

  4. One year ago504.77 CRC

    −10.25%

Today’s rate is shown on the left, followed by earlier values. Percentages show growth to the current value.

How to exchange USD to CRC with ATM24

A calculation and request for the selected pair; available methods depend on the direction.

  1. STEP

    Enter the amount

    Specify the amount in USD and how you want to receive CRC.

  2. STEP

    Confirm the request

    A manager confirms the final rate and sends the payment details.

  3. STEP

    Make the payment

    Once the terms are confirmed, you receive the payment details.

  4. STEP

    Receive CRC

    The manager confirms the payout method and expected timing with the request terms.

Secure USD to CRC exchange

Clear terms and support at every stage of the exchange

Rate confirmation

The page calculation is indicative. A value is fixed only when the request terms are confirmed.

Rate at confirmation434.38 CRC Held for 14 min 52 sec

This is the page calculation. The final rate and amount are fixed only after the terms are confirmed.

AML screening

We screen the transaction details before the exchange and apply the required AML procedures.

  • Source of funds
  • Receive details
  • Sanctions lists

Request tracking

We track the transaction status and stay in touch until it is complete. If the transaction cannot be completed, we return the funds.

  1. Request accepted
  2. USD received
  3. CRC payout
  4. Receipt confirmed

Example USD → CRC status: a manager confirms the terms and stays in touch until completion.

Terms before payment

Before payment, we confirm the rate, the amount you will receive, and the transaction terms.

REQUEST #A-4821✓ Fixed
Exchange rate
434.38 CRC
Amount
635 USD
To receive
275,829.26 CRC
The calculation was refreshed with the page; values are fixed after the terms are confirmed.

Data privacy

We use data only to process the transaction and handle it in accordance with our privacy policy.

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Phone
+7 ••• ••• 42 18
Data is not shared with third parties

Support stays in touch

We help at every step in messengers, before and after the exchange.

Average response time
up to 5 minutes
We support your request
until completion
Monthly exchanges
4,300+

Available channels and response times depend on current workload.

I would like to exchange 635 USD to CRC.

Current calculation: rate 434.38 CRC, amount to receive 275,829.26 CRC. I will check the available terms.

After the terms are confirmed, the manager will send payment details and next steps.

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Banks and ways to receive CRC

Availability of a specific bank or payment system depends on the direction, amount, and agreed terms.

  • BAC Credomatic
  • BCR
  • Banco Nacional de Costa Rica
  • Banco Popular
  • Scotiabank Costa Rica

Reviews of USD to CRC exchange

Real stories from real people

Лунёв Денис

Google

Bought baht, the rate is good, liked everything

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Ксения Сергеевна

Google

Many thanks to manager Stanislav for his help and patience! Everything's great!

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Анна Самуткина

Google

Quickly withdrew Thai baht. Manager Emil helped I recommend them

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Александр Попело

Google

Received the cash. Thanks to manager Ekaterina.

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FAQ about exchanging USD for CRC

How is the dollar to colon rate set?

The rate is a managed float and moves with the market. The rate for your request is settled in advance.

What happens after I send a request?

A manager gets in touch, checks the amount and the payout method, then quotes the rate and the final sum. There are no automated transactions: a person handles the deal.

Can the rate be held while I decide?

The manager quotes a rate and holds it for the time it takes to complete the request. If you come back later, the quote is refreshed.

Which ways to receive CRC are available when exchanging USD?

Available methods come from active directions and appear in the calculator. A manager confirms the final option with the request terms.

Does ATM24 offer online USD to CRC conversion?

Yes. Calculate the amount on the page and submit a request online. A manager will confirm the rate, payment details, and available receive method.

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