Saudi Riyal to Pakistani Rupee Rate; April 12, 2025

The Saudi Riyal (SAR) saw a modest rise against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR), reaching Rs74.76 in the open market on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

The Saudi Riyal’s selling rate was noted at Rs75.25.

Saudi Arabia’s official currency is denoted as SAR or SR. A single Riyal is divided into 100 halalas.

The relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is characterized by a deep-rooted, mutually supportive alliance, reinforced by significant financial aid from the Saudi kingdom.

Recently, Saudi Arabia extended a $3 billion deposit with Pakistan for an additional year to further strengthen the economy of the fellow Islamic nation.

Every year, millions of Pakistani workers in Saudi Arabia remit large portions of their income back to Pakistan.

These remittances are vital financial lifelines, enabling families to cover daily expenses, fund education, and stimulate local economies.

This economic reliance deepens the financial ties between the two countries.

Additionally, Saudi Arabia is a major hub for Pakistani workers seeking employment. Upon returning, many convert Saudi Riyals to Pakistani Rupees (PKR), highlighting the active currency exchange between the nations.

Many Pakistani workers in Saudi Arabia send remittances home, significantly boosting Pakistan’s economy.

Meanwhile, 24-karat gold prices in Saudi Arabia rose to 4,434 Saudi Riyal (SAR) per tola on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

CURRENCY RATES TODAY IN PAKISTAN

On Friday, the price of the precious metal was 4,335 Saudi Riyal (SAR) per tola.

As per Forex.pk, 10 grams of 24-karat gold in Saudi Arabia is priced at SAR 3,805, with the cost of an ounce