Karachi/Dubai, January 21, 2026: The UAE Dirham (AED) has slipped to 76.22 Pakistani Rupees today, down 0.03 PKR from yesterday’s close of 76.25 PKR — continuing the gentle downward drift seen over the past month. This marks the lowest level since early September, delivering a timely boost for the 1.5 million Pakistanis working in the Emirates.
What’s behind the latest softening?
Market analysts highlight a combination of influences:
– Ongoing PKR resilience supported by solid foreign inflows and positive economic sentiment in Pakistan.
– Early-year position adjustments in UAE forex markets as traders reposition after the holidays.
– Subtle global USD easing amid expectations of steady central bank policies.
Despite the drop, the Dirham remains up approximately 0.78 PKR (+1.0%) year-to-date from January 2025’s average of 75.44 PKR, although the last twelve weeks have shown a consistent softening from the mid-2025 high of 77.32 PKR.
Real impact for families back home
Every dirham remitted today converts to 3 paisas more than yesterday — a tiny individual gain that scales up across the $700–750 million flowing monthly from the UAE to Pakistan.
A typical worker earning 4,000 AED now sends home approximately 304,880 PKR instead of 305,000 PKR — an extra 120 rupees per salary, enough to help with small daily expenses or treats for many households.
Quick numbers – where we stand
| Period | Rate (PKR per AED) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Today (Jan 11) | 76.22 | −0.03 PKR |
| Yesterday | 76.25 | |
| 7-day high | 76.50 | |
| 30-day average | 76.38 | |
| 2025 high (July) | 77.61 | |
| 2025 low (Jan) | 75.44 |
Looking ahead – 2026 forecasts
Analysts expect the AED-PKR pair to remain between **76.00 and 76.80** through Q1 2026.
– If PKR momentum holds: possible further softening toward 75.80 PKR.
– If oil prices firm up: potential rebound to 77.00+ PKR.
The Dirham remains one of the most dependable currencies for overseas Pakistanis — a steady lifeline even amid shifting markets.
Today’s rate: 1 UAE Dirham = 76.22 Pakistani Rupee
A small drop that puts a few more rupees in the hands of families back home as the new year progresses.
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