Currency Rate in Pakistan
The currency rate in Pakistan today shows the US Dollar trading at Rs 278.90 in the open market, as of 23 July, 2026. British Pound stands at Rs 375.30, UAE Dirham at Rs 76.35. These rates come from open market dealers across Karachi and Lahore, updated daily. Check the full buying and selling table below for all major currencies.
| Currency | Symbol | Buying | Selling |
|---|---|---|---|
 US Dollar |
USD | Rs. 278.90 | Rs. 279.10 |
 Euro |
EUR | Rs. 319.78 | Rs. 323.95 |
 British Pound |
GBP | Rs. 375.30 | Rs. 379.91 |
 UAE Dirham |
AED | Rs. 76.35 | Rs. 76.95 |
 Saudi Riyal |
SAR | Rs. 74.67 | Rs. 75.32 |
 Kuwaiti Dinar |
KWD | Rs. 891.18 | Rs. 901.70 |
 Canadian Dollar |
CAD | Rs. 197.65 | Rs. 200.95 |
 Australian Dollar |
AUD | Rs. 195.35 | Rs. 199.26 |
 Omani Riyal |
OMR | Rs. 726.75 | Rs. 736.90 |
 Japanese Yen |
JPY | Rs. 1.70 | Rs. 1.79 |
 Malaysian Ringgit |
MYR | Rs. 67.05 | Rs. 68.10 |
 Qatari Riyal |
QAR | Rs. 75.44 | Rs. 76.46 |
 Bahrain Dinar |
BHD | Rs. 742.02 | Rs. 752.95 |
 Thai Bhat |
THB | Rs. 8.50 | Rs. 8.85 |
 Chinese Yuan |
CNY | Rs. 38.15 | Rs. 38.90 |
 Hong Kong Dollar |
HKD | Rs. 35.24 | Rs. 36.25 |
 Danish Krone |
DKK | Rs. 42.68 | Rs. 43.35 |
 New Zealand Dollar |
NZD | Rs. 160.52 | Rs. 163.95 |
 Singapore Dollar |
SGD | Rs. 214.56 | Rs. 218.54 |
 Norwegian Krone |
NOK | Rs. 28.10 | Rs. 28.40 |
 Swedish Krona |
SEK | Rs. 28.32 | Rs. 28.97 |
 Swiss Franc |
CHF | Rs. 342.05 | Rs. 346.25 |
 Indian Rupee |
INR | Rs. 2.75 | Rs. 3.20 |
Open Market Currency Rate in Pakistan Today
Checking the currency rate in Pakistan is part of daily life for traders, overseas Pakistanis, and travelers. This page shows the latest currency rates in Pakistan from the open market, updated as of 23 July, 2026.
Today’s Currency Rate in Pakistan
The open market currency rate changes through the day and differs from the bank rate. Below are today’s Pakbiz currency rates in Pakistan open market, based on dealer quotes from Karachi and Lahore.
US Dollar Rate Today
Currency:
- Buying = Rs 278.90
- Selling = Rs 279.60
The US Dollar is the most watched foreign currency rate in Pakistan. It affects fuel prices, imports, and loan payments.
Open Market vs Interbank Rate
Pakistan runs two currency exchange rate systems:
- Interbank rate – used by banks, set by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) each day.
- Open market rate – used by exchange companies and money changers, moves with supply and demand.
The two stay close but rarely match. On 23 July, 2026, the interbank USD to PKR rate was near Rs 278.40, close to the open market buying rate. Bank transfers use the interbank rate; cash exchange counters use the open market rate.
How Currency Exchange Rate Works
A currency exchange rate shows how many rupees you get for one US Dollar, Euro, or Riyal. It moves daily based on demand, SBP policy, and global currency markets.
Buying Rate vs Selling Rate
Every currency carries two rates:
- Buying rate – what a dealer pays you when you sell them foreign currency.
- Selling rate – what a dealer charges you when you buy foreign currency from them.
The selling rate sits a bit higher. This gap is how dealers earn their margin.
What Affects Currency Rate in Pakistan
The currency rate in Pakistan is mainly affected by interest rates, inflation, political stability, trade, and foreign remittances. A strong economy with low inflation helps keep the rupee stable, while high inflation, economic uncertainty, or major events such as IMF talks can quickly change the exchange rate.
Effect of Exchange Rate on Economy
The exchange rate affects Pakistan’s entire economy. A weaker rupee increases the cost of imports, foreign debt, and everyday goods, which can lead to higher inflation.
At the same time, it makes Pakistani exports more competitive and increases the rupee value of overseas remittances. This is why the government and the State Bank of Pakistan closely monitor exchange rate movements.