KARACHI – Currency exchange rates in Pakistan are a crucial factor impacting everything from trade balances and inflation to remittances and investment alike the other world.
The value of the Pakistani rupee (PKR) against other major currencies such as the US dollar (USD), euro, and the British pound has far-reaching consequences for businesses, consumers, and the government alike.
The currency exchange rates are also closely monitored by overseas Pakistanis and investors on daily basis.
Fluctuations in exchange rates also affect foreign direct investment (FDI). A stable and predictable exchange rate environment is often more attractive to foreign investors, as it reduces the risk of exchange rate losses.
USD to PKR Rate August 2026
US Dollar remained steady against Pakistani rupee with a buying rate of 277.9 and a selling rate of 278.75 today (26 August 2026).
Currency Exchange Rates in Open Market of Pakistan
Euro (EUR) is trading at 323.27 for buying and 327.71 for selling, while the UK Pound Sterling (GBP) is at 376.97 and 380.25, respectively.
UAE Dirham (AED) is available at 75.6/76.5, and the Saudi Riyal (SAR) is at 73.9/74.6. Other notable rates include the Australian Dollar (AUD) at 194.95/198.35, Canadian Dollar (CAD) at 198.17/202.7 and the Swiss Franc (CHF) at 343.16/347.93.
Japanese Yen (JPY) remains lower in value at 1.7/1.8, reflecting ongoing market trends. Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) trading at 885.59/895.65 the Omani Riyal (OMR) at 721.8 76/732.95 and the Qatari Riyal (QAR) at 75.08/76.1.
| Currency | Buy | Sell |
|---|---|---|
| US Dollar | 277.9 | 278.75 |
| Australian Dollar | 194.65 | 198.35 |
| Bahrain Dinar | 734.98 | 745.18 |
| Canadian Dollar | 198.17 | 202.7 |
| China Yuan | 38.15 | 38.90 |
| Danish Krone | 42.75 | 43.35 |
| Euro | 323.27 | 327.71 |
| Hong Kong Dollar | 35.26 | 36.26 |
| Indian Rupee | 2.75 | 3.20 |
| Japanese Yen | 1.70 | 1.80 |
| Kuwaiti Dinar | 885.59 | 895.65 |
| Malaysian Ringgit | 67.05 | 68.25 |
| New Zealand $ | 162.01 | 165.08 |
| Norwegians Krone | 28.15 | 28.50 |
| Omani Riyal | 721.80 | 732.95 |
| Qatari Riyal | 75.08 | 76.10 |
| Saudi Riyal | 73.9 | 74.6 |
| Singapore Dollar | 216.70 | 220.10 |
| Swedish Korona | 28.40 | 28.90 |
| Swiss Franc | 343.16 | 347.93 |
| Thai Bhat | 8.50 | 9.10 |
| U.A.E Dirham | 75.6 | 76.5 |
| UK Pound Sterling | 376.97 | 380.25 |
