# Exchange rates of NBP – May 8, 2026
Exchange rates on the Polish market remain influenced by dynamic changes on the international stage, which directly influence the decisions of millions of Poles planning foreign trips or transactions. Today, on May 8, 2026, the euro is valued at PLN 4.2284, and the US dollar at PLN 3.5947 according to official NBP courses. The Swiss franc stands out among European currencies, which holds its position as one of the most expensive exchange instruments. Read our article to get a full picture of today's exchange rates and understand how the forex market is changing in recent days.
# The most important exchange rates today
Euro (EUR)
Average rate NBP: PLN 4,2284
Purchase rate: 4,1837 PLN | Sales rate: 4,2683 PLN
The euro has remained relatively stable in recent days. For a person planning to travel to the euro area this information is valuable – before exchange of currencies in the cantore it is worth comparing the rate offered with the average NBP rate. The difference between the purchase rate and the sale rate is PLN 0.0846, which is a typical bank and currency margin.
US Dollar (USD)
Average rate NBP: PLN 3,5947
Purchase rate: PLN 3,5550 | Sales rate: PLN 3,6268
The US dollar rate for 8 May 2026 oscillates around PLN 3.59. For Poles leaving for the United States or making transactions in dollars, this is a benchmark, from which cantors and banks calculate their purchase and sales rates. The spread between bid and ask is PLN 0.0718, which is a market standard.
Swiss franc (CHF)
Average rate NBP: PLN 4,6187
Purchase rate: 4,5747 PLN | Sales rate: PLN 4,6671
Swiss franc remains one of the most valuable currencies available in cantors and banks. Persons with frank loans or investment plans in Switzerland pay particular attention to the NBP rates of this currency, as even minimal fluctuations have a significant impact on their finances. Today the franc is more expensive than the euro.
Pound sterling (GBP)
Average rate NBP: PLN 4,8931
Purchase rate: PLN 4,8415 | Sales rate: PLN 4,9393
Pound sterling, the currency of the UK, is at the level of over PLN 4.89. For Poles working in the UK or sending foreign transfers there, this is a key course. The pound traditionally costs more than the euro and the dollar – it is the third currency in our NBP exchange rate table.
Czech koruna (CZK)
Average rate NBP: 0.1740 PLN
Purchase rate: 0.1723 PLN | Sales rate: PLN 0,1757
The Czech Crown is much cheaper than the major world currencies, but for tourists and businessmen travelling to the Czech Republic is important information. The Prague purchases or rental of cars billed in CZK will be lower than expressed in eurases, although the final cost for Poles is also affected by the exchange rate of this currency.
Norwegian krone (NOK)
Average rate NBP: PLN 0.3890
Purchase rate: 0,3836 PLN | Sales rate: PLN 0,3914
The Norwegian krone, the currency of Norway, is of average value compared to other European currencies – more expensive than the Czech or Swedish krone, but cheaper than the major currencies of the world. For those planning to travel to Scandinavia, this is an important budgeting parameter.
Swedish krona (SEK)
Average rate NBP: PLN 0,3899
The Swedish krona is located on a similar level to Norwegian – around PLN 0.39. Tourists going to Sweden should be aware that the Swedish krona is one of the cheaper European currencies compared to the Polish gold, which may affect their purchasing decisions abroad.
How did the exchange rates change last week?
Euro (EUR)
Course today: PLN 4,2284 | Course 7 days ago: 4,2537 PLN | Amendment: -0.0253 PLN (-0.59%)
The euro recorded a slight decrease in value compared to the gold in the last week, which means that Polish gold has slightly strengthened against the European currency.
US Dollar (USD)
Course today: PLN 3,5947 | Course 7 days ago: 3,6356 PLN | Amendment: -0.0409 PLN (1.12%)
The US dollar recorded a decrease of about 1.12% in the last seven days. This means that the gold Polish has strengthened against the dollar – the person exchanging gold for dollars today gets less dollars for his buck than a week ago.
Pound sterling (GBP)
Course today: PLN 4,8931 | Course 7 days ago: 4,9076 PLN | Amendment: -0.0145 PLN (-0.30%)
Pound sterling también recorded a weak drop in value, losing just 0.30% compared to gold. However, the UK currency remains one of the hardest against PLN.
Swiss franc (CHF)
Course today: PLN 4,6187 | Course 7 days ago: 4,6041 PLN | Change: +0.0146 PLN (+0.32%)
Swiss franc slightly increased in value against gold – an increase of 0.32% means a minimum strengthening of the franc. This shows that the Swiss currency traditionally holds its position as a safe haven in times of uncertainty.
Czech koruna (CZK)
Course today: PLN 0,1740 | Course 7 days ago: 0,1745 PLN | Change: -0.0005 PLN (-0.29%)
The Czech Crown has recorded a minimal decrease in relation to gold – a change below 0.30% means practical stability of this currency.
Norwegian krone (NOK)
Course today: PLN 0.3890 | Course 7 days ago: 0,3906 PLN | Change: -0.0016 PLN (-0.41%)
The Norwegian Crown declined by 0.41% in the last week, indicating a slight strengthening of the gold.
Swedish krona (SEK)
Course today: PLN 0.3899 | Course 7 days ago: 0.3922 PLN | Amendment: -0.0023 PLN (-0.59%)
The Swedish krona noted a decrease of -0.59%, as did the euro. Scandinavian countries have noted an even trend of weakening against Polish gold.
Last week we observe the general trend of strengthening Polish gold against most major European and global currencies. The US dollar has lost the largest part of its value – it has fallen by 1.12%, which is a clear signal of strengthening the gold. Swiss franc proved to be the only currency that slightly gained, which confirms the traditional role of Swiss currency as a safe haven. In general, Polish gold is strengthened, which is good news for those planning foreign trips and exchanging gold for foreign currency.
Exchange rates are derived from the official NBP table and shall apply from the date of publication until the following working day.
How do you read the NBP courses? Practical Guide
The average rate (mid) is the theoretical benchmark – it is the arithmetic average between the purchase rate and the sales rate. If a currency exchange or bank offers you currency exchange, you will always get a rate slightly worse than the average. The purchase rate is the price you pay – always higher than average – because the cantor earns a difference. The sales rate is the price at which the currency buys foreign currencies from you – always lower than average. Practically: if you see a euro exchange rate of PLN 4.23, this is a higher purchase price; when you sell the euro, you will get about PLN 4.22. The NBP rates from Table A are a reference course for the whole market – each currency and bank comes from these numbers, but adds its margin.
# Other NBP exchange rates
Thai Bat (THB) — PLN 0,1116
Australian Dollar (AUD) — 2,6003 PLN
Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) — 0.4590 PLN
Canadian Dollar (CAD) — PLN 2,6330
New Zealand Dollar (NDD) — PLN 2,1431
Singapore Dollar (SGD) — PLN 2,8360
Hungarian Forint (HUF) — PLN 0,011906
Ukrainian Hryvna (UAH) — PLN 0,0820
Japanese Jen (JPY) — PLN 0,022937
Danish krone (DKK) — PLN 0,5659
Icelandic Krona (ISK) — PLN 0,029405
Romanian Leu (RON) — PLN 0,8067
Turkish lira (TRY) — PLN 0,0792
New Israeli Shekel (ILS) — PLN 1,2367
Chilean Peso (CLP) — PLN 0,004024
Philippine Peso (PHP) — PLN 0,0593
Mexican Peso (MXN) — PLN 0,2085
South African Rand (ZAR) — PLN 0,2189
Brazilian Real (BRL) — PLN 0,7298
Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) — PLN 0,9171
Indonesian Rupee (IDR) — PLN 0,00020701
Indian Rupee (INR) — PLN 0,038065
South Korean Won (KRW) — PLN 0,00245
Yuan renminbi Chinese (CNY) — PLN 0,5284
SDR — PLN 4,9429
# Curiosity of the day
The Indian Rupee reported a change of -0.72% last week, and Indonesian rupee practically remained at the same level. India and Indonesia, two giant Asian markets, represent very different currencies – Indian is much cheaper than Indonesian. For a Polish tourist going to Asia for an exotic trip, it is worth knowing that he will pay much less for Indian rupee than for European currencies, which makes India an extremely attractive destination for travellers with a limited budget.
# Summary
Exchange rates as of 8 May 2026 show a picture of a relatively stable forex market with a slight strengthening of Polish gold. If you are planning to travel abroad or are going to make a currency exchange, remember to check current NBP courses on digitalnexus.pl – we publish them every working day from Monday to Friday to always have access to the latest information. Our daily exchange rate updates help thousands of Poles make informed financial decisions regarding exchange of currencies and spending planning abroad. Follow our website regularly and always keep up to date – because exchange rates change almost every day, and we are here to keep you fully informed.
