Pakistan’s open market is showing steady currency movement today as the US dollar, Saudi riyal, Omani riyal, Canadian dollar, British pound and UAE dirham are continuing to trade with balanced demand.
The US dollar is currently buying at Rs. 280.80 and selling at Rs. 282.75, remaining the backbone of Pakistan’s import and trade payments. Families and businesses are closely watching the dollar as it is directly influencing fuel, electronics and essential goods.
The Saudi riyal is trading at Rs. 74.85 buying and Rs. 75.50 selling, supported by strong remittance inflows from Pakistani workers in Saudi Arabia. These remittances are helping households manage daily expenses and education costs.
The Omani riyal is standing firm at Rs. 728.50 buying and Rs. 738.50 selling, reflecting Oman’s economic stability and the strong earning capacity of Pakistani professionals working there.
Meanwhile, the Canadian dollar is trading at Rs. 201 buying and Rs. 205 selling, as Pakistani students and skilled workers in Canada are continuing to support their families through regular transfers.
The British pound is holding higher levels at Rs. 377 buying and Rs. 381 selling, remaining important for education, travel and business payments.
The UAE dirham is showing stability at Rs. 76.45 buying and Rs. 77.35 selling, supported by millions of Pakistani workers in the UAE.
Analysts are observing that overseas remittances are continuing to play a key role in stabilizing Pakistan’s currency market, while citizens are carefully monitoring daily movements for financial planning.

Interbank Exchange Rate Today in Pakistan Updated – 17 April 2026