About this pair
GBP/RUB: what to know
The GBP/RUB rate shows how much RUB you get for 1 GBP. Right now, 1 GBP buys 107.3207 RUB at the mid-market rate. In the other direction, 1 RUB is worth 0.009318 GBP.
In the short term GBP is driven mainly by Bank of England policy and the UK economy, while RUB responds to oil and gas prices and sanctions.
The British Pound (GBP) is issued by Bank of England. The pound sterling has been in use for over 1,200 years. The Russian Ruble (RUB) is issued by Bank of Russia. The ruble is one of Europe’s oldest currencies, used since the 13th century.
Use this mid-market figure as your benchmark: compare it with the rate your bank or broker quotes, and the difference is the margin you would pay.