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BOE-A-2026-9947 ·7 May 2026 ·Resolution Low impact
Administrative

Businesses and individuals: 3 months to update official exchange rates or price deviation risks

The Bank of Spain publishes official euro exchange rates for 6 May 2026 under Article 36 of Law 46/1998. These rates are used for pricing and commercial transactions. New values for 28 foreign currencies replace previous ones, impacting all sectors using official rates for pricing, taxes, or currency conversions.

In 2 key points

  1. 1 euro = 1.1762 US dollars (art. 36 Law 46/1998) (art. 36 Ley 46/1998)
  2. All official exchange rates are updated on 6 May 2026 (Resolución de 6 de mayo de 2026)

How it affects those involved

Companies operating in international markets must update their pricing and financial calculations in line with the new official exchange rates. Individuals carrying out foreign currency purchases or sales may see their exchange rates altered. Public administrations and financial managers must adjust their calculation systems. Finance advisors must inform their clients about the new rates and their implications for tax calculations or costs.

Lifecycle

2026-05-07PublishedPublished in the BOE
2026-05-06Into forceComes into force (Resolución de 6 de mayo de 2026)
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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