The Brazilian real exchanges at $239.64 for buying and $239.87 for selling on February 13, 2026, while the blue real is priced at $276.75 for buying and $287.75 for selling.
As of February 13, 2026, the official exchange rate for the Brazilian real is set at $239.64 for purchasing and $239.87 for selling, according to data from Banco Nación. In contrast, the parallel or 'blue' exchange rate shows the blue real priced significantly higher at $276.75 for purchase and $287.75 for sale. For many Argentinians, these rates become crucial information before traveling to Brazil for tourism or business purposes, highlighting the importance of understanding the difference between official and unofficial exchange rates.
The exchange rate indicates a notable disparity, with a gap of 13.41% between the blue real and the official rate. This gap reflects market conditions and economic factors that influence the value of the currency in the informal market compared to its regulated counterpart. With many Argentinians looking towards Brazil for travel, following such rates becomes essential to plan expenses effectively.
Furthermore, for those considering currency conversions, one U.S. dollar currently equals R$5.13, meaning that 100 dollars can be exchanged for R$513.10. The Brazilian real has been the legal tender in Brazil since 1994, replacing the cruzeiro real, and is now recognized as the twentieth most traded currency globally and the most traded in South America. This context underlines the significance of the Brazilian real both within and beyond its national borders.
