Karachi, January 8, 2026 — Exchange companies across Pakistan on Thursday issued the latest open market currency exchange rates to facilitate the general public, overseas Pakistanis, importers, exporters, and travelers. The rates reflect demand and supply conditions in the open market and are subject to change during trading hours.
According to market sources, the foreign exchange market remained relatively stable on Thursday, with minor fluctuations seen in major international currencies. The US dollar continued to trade within a narrow range, while regional and Gulf currencies showed steady trends amid balanced demand. Currency dealers said that remittance inflows, import payments, and global economic developments remain key factors influencing open market rates.
The exchange rates listed below were updated at 2:25 PM Pakistan Standard Time (PST) on January 8, 2026. These rates may vary slightly from city to city and from one exchange company to another.
Open Market Currency Exchange Rates
| Currency | Symbol | Buying (PKR) | Selling (PKR) |
| Australian Dollar | AUD | 186.50 | 191.00 |
| Bahrain Dinar | BHD | 744.00 | 754.00 |
| Canadian Dollar | CAD | 201.00 | 205.00 |
| Chinese Yuan | CNY | 39.58 | 39.98 |
| Danish Krone | DKK | 43.72 | 44.12 |
| Euro | EUR | 327.00 | 330.50 |
| Hong Kong Dollar | HKD | 35.69 | 36.04 |
| Indian Rupee | INR | 3.03 | 3.12 |
| Japanese Yen | JPY | 1.78 | 1.88 |
| Kuwaiti Dinar | KWD | 908.00 | 918.00 |
| Malaysian Ringgit | MYR | 68.60 | 69.20 |
| New Zealand Dollar | NZD | 161.24 | 163.24 |
| Norwegian Krone | NOK | 27.66 | 27.96 |
| Omani Riyal | OMR | 728.50 | 738.50 |
| Qatari Riyal | QAR | 76.26 | 76.96 |
| Saudi Riyal | SAR | 74.85 | 75.50 |
| Singapore Dollar | SGD | 217.50 | 221.50 |
| Swedish Krona | SEK | 30.25 | 30.55 |
| Swiss Franc | CHF | 351.82 | 354.57 |
| Thai Baht | THB | 8.88 | 9.03 |
| UAE Dirham | AED | 76.45 | 77.35 |
| UK Pound Sterling | GBP | 377.00 | 381.00 |
| US Dollar | USD | 280.80 | 282.75 |
Disclaimer: Currency rates are indicative and may vary based on location, market demand, and exchange company margins.