Dollar, Riyal, Dirham, Pound, CAD & OMR Trading Steady in Pakistan Open Market Today

Major foreign currencies are trading steadily against the Pakistani rupee in today’s open market, as remittance inflows from overseas Pakistanis are continuing to provide much-needed support to household incomes and the national economy.
The US dollar is currently being bought at Rs. 280.85 and sold at Rs. 282.55, showing balanced demand. Importers are relying on the dollar for international payments, while freelancers, exporters, and IT professionals working with American clients are regularly receiving their earnings in dollars.
At the same time, the Saudi Riyal is standing firm at Rs. 74.90 for buying and Rs. 75.35 for selling. Millions of Pakistani workers in Saudi Arabia are sending money home every month, and these transfers are helping families manage groceries, school fees, and healthcare expenses. The Riyal remains one of the most important currencies for Pakistan’s remittance-based economy.
Meanwhile, the UAE Dirham is trading at Rs. 76.50 (buying) and Rs. 77.30 (selling). Workers based in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah are continuing to support relatives back home through regular transfers. Financial experts say the Dirham remains among the most commonly used currencies in Pakistan because of strong employment links with the UAE.
The British Pound Sterling is also maintaining strength, trading at Rs. 382.98 for buying and Rs. 387.05 for selling. Families receiving funds from relatives in the United Kingdom are benefiting from the pound’s higher value, while students planning education abroad are closely tracking the exchange rate.
In North America, the Canadian Dollar is being bought at Rs. 203.77 and sold at Rs. 207.31. Pakistani students and workers across Toronto, Vancouver, and other cities are actively sending money and covering cross-border expenses, keeping demand for the currency steady.
The Omani Riyal, known for its high value, is trading strong at Rs. 728.60 for buying and Rs. 738.59 for selling. Even small remittances from Oman are translating into significant rupee amounts for families in Pakistan.
Overall, the open market is showing calm movement, and these steady exchange rates are helping businesses plan imports while overseas Pakistanis continue acting as the backbone of the country’s foreign exchange inflows.