Currency Rate in Pakistan Today

Today Oct 09, 2026 the live US Dollar rate is PKR 278.10 in the open market according to the Forex Association of Pakistan.Euro PKR 315.53, British Pound at 371.91, Saudi Riyal at 74.50, UAE Dirham at 76.50, Australian Dollar: PKR 196.25. Check the full list of buying and selling rates updated right below.

Open Market vs Interbank Rates

• The open market rate is what you'll actually pay or receive at a currency exchange counter for physical cash used for travel, tuition, or sending money for personal reasons. 
• The interbank rate handles big bank-to-bank transactions under SBP guidelines, while open market rates stay slightly higher to include local currency handling margins. 

Where to Exchange Currency in Pakistan?

In Pakistan, foreign currency can be exchanged at licensed exchange companies such as Dollar East Money Exchange, AA Exchange, Wall Street Exchange, Ravi Exchange and Link International Exchange, as well as bank-backed counters at HBL, MCB, NBP, Bank Alfalah and UBL.

A few things worth keeping in mind before you go:

• Only use State Bank-licensed exchange companies and verify their license if needed. 
• Rates vary slightly between money changers, so compare two or three rates before making a large trade. 
• Bring your original CNIC, as it is required for currency exchanges in Pakistan.
• Banks often offer better rates than street exchanges for large sums.

What Affects Currency Rates in Pakistan?

• Import and export totals
• Money sent home by overseas workers
• State Bank interest rates and cash reserves
• World oil prices and global dollar trends

What is the currency rate in Pakistan today?

Today the live US Dollar rate is PKR 278.10 in the open market Rs. 322.45 for the Euro and Rs. 373.25 for the British Pound.

What is the Saudi Riyal cash rate against PKR today?

Today you can buy the Saudi Riyal for 74.55 rupees in the market.

What is the current UAE Dirham price in Pakistan today?

Today the UAE Dirham rate is Rs. 76.50.