Daily market close, past ~3 months. Source: Yahoo Finance (ZARPKR).
| ZAR | Pakistani Rupees |
|---|---|
| 1 ZAR | Rs 17 |
| 5 ZAR | Rs 84 |
| 10 ZAR | Rs 167 |
| 25 ZAR | Rs 418 |
| 50 ZAR | Rs 837 |
| 100 ZAR | Rs 1,674 |
| 500 ZAR | Rs 8,369 |
| 1,000 ZAR | Rs 16,738 |
| 5,000 ZAR | Rs 83,688 |
| 10,000 ZAR | Rs 167,376 |
| PKR | South African Rand |
|---|---|
| Rs 100 | R 5.97 |
| Rs 500 | R 29.87 |
| Rs 1,000 | R 59.75 |
| Rs 5,000 | R 299 |
| Rs 10,000 | R 597 |
| Rs 25,000 | R 1,494 |
| Rs 50,000 | R 2,987 |
| Rs 100,000 | R 5,975 |
South African Rand (ZAR) to Pakistani Rupee today
Right now 1 ZAR = Rs 16.74 at the interbank/market reference rate, updated hourly from a live exchange-rate feed. The ZAR is a foreign currency. Use the converter above to turn any amount of South African Rand into rupees — or rupees back into ZAR.
Interbank vs open-market rate
The interbank rate (Rs 16.74) is the wholesale rate at which banks trade ZAR. The open-market rate — what a money changer or currency dealer in the bazaar quotes you — is usually a little higher because it includes their buying/selling margin. As a rough guide it runs around Rs 16.9 for ZAR, but the exact figure changes through the day; always confirm the day's buying and selling rate with your dealer before exchanging.
What moves the ZAR–rupee rate
Against every foreign currency, the rupee is driven by Pakistan's foreign-exchange reserves, the trade and current-account balance, remittances from overseas Pakistanis, IMF and other inflows, inflation and State Bank of Pakistan policy. When reserves fall or imports outpace exports, the rupee tends to weaken — so it takes more rupees to buy one ZAR.
How to get the best ZAR rate
Compare the buying/selling spread at two or three dealers, avoid airport and hotel counters (worst rates), watch the trend before a large exchange, and for transfers factor in the fee — a "zero-fee" service with a poor rate can cost more than a small flat fee at a good rate. For amounts above a few hundred ZAR, even a rupee of difference per unit adds up.
Is this rate accurate?
Yes — it is a live market reference refreshed hourly, and it is the same interbank rate quoted on financial dashboards. It is not the exact counter rate at any one money changer, which varies by dealer, location and the moment you transact. Treat the figure here as the benchmark and confirm the day's counter rate locally.
| Channel | Rate vs interbank | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Close, small margin | Safe, documented large transfers |
| Exchange company | Open-market, competitive | Cash exchange, quick remittance |
| Roshan Digital Account | Near interbank | Non-resident Pakistanis sending home |
| Wise / online | Mid-market + low fee | Transparent overseas transfers |
General guidance, not an endorsement. Always compare the live rate and fee before you transact.
Frequently asked questions
What is ZAR to PKR today?
1 ZAR (South African Rand) is about Rs 16.74 today at the interbank/market reference rate, updated hourly. In the open market a money changer typically quotes around Rs 16.9, including their margin.
How much is 100 ZAR in Pakistani Rupees?
At the current rate, 100 ZAR is about Rs 1,674, and 1,000 ZAR is about Rs 16,738. Use the converter above for any exact amount.
How much is 10,000 PKR in ZAR?
10,000 Pakistani Rupees is about 597.46 ZAR at today's rate. The PKR → ZAR table above lists more amounts.
What is the difference between the interbank and open-market rate?
The interbank rate (Rs 16.74) is the wholesale rate banks trade at and the reference shown here. The open-market rate is what money changers offer the public and includes their buying/selling margin, so it is usually a little higher.
What makes the Pakistani Rupee go up or down?
The rupee is driven by foreign-exchange reserves, the trade balance, remittances, IMF and other inflows, inflation and State Bank of Pakistan policy. Falling reserves or rising imports usually weaken the rupee.
How often is the ZAR to PKR rate updated?
We refresh the rate hourly from a live exchange-rate feed, and a ZAR/PKR trend chart builds up over time from those readings.