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background: #f8f9fa;
border: 1px solid #e9ecef;
border-radius: 8px;
padding: 25px;
box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);
margin-bottom: 30px;
}
.calc-row {
display: flex;
flex-wrap: wrap;
margin-bottom: 20px;
gap: 20px;
}
.calc-col {
flex: 1;
min-width: 200px;
}
.calc-label {
display: block;
margin-bottom: 8px;
font-weight: 600;
font-size: 0.95rem;
color: #495057;
}
.calc-input {
width: 100%;
padding: 12px;
border: 1px solid #ced4da;
border-radius: 4px;
font-size: 1rem;
transition: border-color 0.15s ease-in-out;
box-sizing: border-box;
}
.calc-input:focus {
border-color: #007bff;
outline: 0;
box-shadow: 0 0 0 0.2rem rgba(0,123,255,0.25);
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background-color: #007bff;
color: white;
border: none;
padding: 14px 24px;
font-size: 1rem;
font-weight: 600;
border-radius: 4px;
cursor: pointer;
width: 100%;
transition: background-color 0.2s;
}
.calc-btn:hover {
background-color: #0056b3;
}
.calc-results {
margin-top: 25px;
background: white;
padding: 20px;
border-radius: 6px;
border-left: 5px solid #28a745;
display: none;
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.result-row {
display: flex;
justify-content: space-between;
padding: 10px 0;
border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;
}
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border-bottom: none;
font-weight: 700;
font-size: 1.1rem;
color: #28a745;
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.result-label {
color: #6c757d;
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.result-value {
font-weight: 600;
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.error-msg {
color: #dc3545;
font-size: 0.9rem;
margin-top: 10px;
display: none;
}
function calculateExchange() {
var amount = parseFloat(document.getElementById('sourceAmount').value);
var rate = parseFloat(document.getElementById('exchangeRate').value);
var pctFee = parseFloat(document.getElementById('bankFee').value) || 0;
var flatFee = parseFloat(document.getElementById('flatFee').value) || 0;
var errorDiv = document.getElementById('errorDisplay');
var resultDiv = document.getElementById('resultDisplay');
// Validation
if (isNaN(amount) || isNaN(rate) || amount <= 0 || rate <= 0) {
errorDiv.style.display = 'block';
resultDiv.style.display = 'none';
return;
}
errorDiv.style.display = 'none';
resultDiv.style.display = 'block';
// Calculation Logic
// 1. Calculate raw conversion (Gross)
var grossConverted = amount * rate;
// 2. Calculate fees in the TARGET currency context
// Usually banks charge the % fee on the source, but sometimes deduct from the result.
// For this calculator, we calculate the % fee on the gross converted amount to show the "loss" in target currency.
var percentageFeeValue = grossConverted * (pctFee / 100);
// Flat fee is usually in source currency, so we convert it to target to subtract
var flatFeeConverted = flatFee * rate;
var totalFees = percentageFeeValue + flatFeeConverted;
// 3. Net Amount
var netAmount = grossConverted – totalFees;
// 4. Effective Rate (Net Amount / Original Amount)
var effectiveRate = netAmount / amount;
// Display Results
document.getElementById('grossResult').innerText = grossConverted.toFixed(2);
document.getElementById('feesResult').innerText = totalFees.toFixed(2);
document.getElementById('effectiveRateResult').innerText = effectiveRate.toFixed(4);
document.getElementById('netResult').innerText = netAmount.toFixed(2);
}
Understanding Currency Conversion and Exchange Rates
Whether you are planning an international trip, purchasing goods from overseas suppliers, or trading on the Forex market, understanding how to calculate exchange rates is a fundamental skill. This Free Exchange Rate Calculator helps you determine exactly how much foreign currency you will receive after applying specific market rates and bank fees.
How the Calculation Works
Currency conversion relies on a "pair" relationship. The Base Currency is what you possess, and the Quote Currency is what you are buying. The formula used in this calculator considers both the raw market rate and the friction costs (fees) that reduce your final amount.
The core formula is:
- Gross Conversion: Amount × Rate
- Fee Deduction: (Gross Conversion × % Fee) + (Fixed Fee × Rate)
- Net Result: Gross Conversion – Total Fees
Real-World Example
Imagine you want to convert 1,000 units of your local currency into a foreign currency.
- Exchange Rate: 1.25 (meaning 1 unit of yours buys 1.25 of the foreign currency).
- Bank Fee: 2% commission.
First, the raw math: 1,000 × 1.25 = 1,250 (Gross Foreign Currency).
Next, the bank takes their cut: 2% of 1,250 is 25.
You receive: 1,225. This means your "Effective Exchange Rate" was actually 1.225, not 1.25, due to the fees.
Why "Commission-Free" is Often a Myth
Many currency exchange booths at airports claim "0% Commission." However, they usually adjust the Exchange Rate to include their profit margin. If the real market rate (Interbank rate) is 1.50, they might offer you 1.40. That difference of 0.10 per unit is effectively a hidden fee.
Tips for Getting the Best Rates
- Know the Mid-Market Rate: Use search engines to find the current "spot rate" so you have a baseline for comparison.
- Avoid Airport Kiosks: These locations often have the highest spreads (worst rates) due to convenience and lack of competition.
- Use Local ATMs: Often, withdrawing cash from an ATM in the destination country offers a better rate than exchanging cash at home, though check your bank's foreign transaction fees first.
- Check the "Effective Rate": Always calculate the final amount you receive after all fees to compare different providers accurately.