Saudi Riyal to Pak rupee rate today –21 May 2026
Why this matters: local context for readers following news across Pakistan and the region.
The Saudi Riyal to Pakistani Rupee exchange rate is considered an important indicator for Pakistan’s economy, especially for overseas workers and businesses linked with Saudi Arabia. Today’s (21 May 2026) currency update, the Saudi Riyal showed no change against the Pakistani Rupee in the open market. According to market data, the selling rate of 1 Saudi Riyal stands at Rs 75.2 compared to previous Rs75.35, reflecting a decline of 15 paisa. The buying rate is recorded at Rs 74.2. These rates are applicable in major currency exchange markets across Pakistan. Today Saudi Riyal to PKR Rate in Pakistan The following table shows the latest Saudi Riyal to PKR exchange rates today (21 May): Currency | Buying Rate (PKR) | Selling Rate (PKR) Saudi Riyal (SAR) | 74.2 | 75.2 These rates may vary slightly from city to city and between banks and exchange companies. SAR to PKR Significance The Saudi Riyal holds strong significance in Pakistan due to the large number of Pakistani expatriates working in Saudi Arabia. Millions of workers regularly send remittances back home, making the SAR to PKR rate crucial for household incomes and national foreign exchange reserves. A stable Saudi Riyal rate helps ensure consistent remittance inflows, which support Pakistan’s balance of payments, strengthen the rupee, and contribute to overall economic stability. Any major fluctuation directly impacts families, importers, and travel-related expenses such as Hajj and Umrah. Factors Affecting Saudi Riyal to PKR Exchange Rate Several factors influence the daily movement of the Saudi Riyal against the Pakistani Rupee: Demand and supply of foreign currency Remittance inflows from Saudi Arabia Pakistan’s economic and political conditions US Dollar performance, as the Saudi Riyal is pegged to the dollar Inflation and interest rate changes Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What is the Saudi Riyal rate in Pakistan today? Today, the buying rate of 1 Saudi Riyal is Rs 75.2 and the selling rate is Rs 74.2 in