The official retail exchange rate for the U.S. Dollar in Argentina reached 1,420 pesos for sale at the Banco Nación (BNA) as of February 13, 2026, according to reports. This marks a five-peso increase from previous levels, following a slight uptick in the wholesale dollar rate.
The average exchange rate reported by the Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) places the dollar at 1,420.64 pesos for sale. The BCRA calculates these reference rates by weighting the exchange rates reported by adhering entities based on their participation in retail sales over the three preceding calendar months, as outlined in Communication B 9791.
In the wholesale segment, which serves as the market benchmark, the dollar is currently trading at 1,399.50 pesos. The unofficial “blue” dollar is being traded at 1,420 pesos for purchase and 1,440 pesos for sale, according to reports from currency exchange houses in Buenos Aires.
Other dollar rates include the Cash-Settled (CCL) at 1,473.06 pesos, creating a 5.3% gap with the official rate. The MEP dollar is trading at 1,423.60 pesos, with a 1.7% difference from the official rate. The “tourist” dollar, which includes a 30% surcharge applicable to income tax deductions, is currently at 1,846 pesos.
The cryptocurrency dollar, or Bitcoin dollar, is valued at 1,469.13 pesos, as reported by Bitso. Bitcoin itself is trading at $69,487, according to Binance.
