Karachi, January 5, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released the latest interbank currency exchange rates for Monday, January 5, 2026, to guide banking consumers and businesses in Pakistan. These rates provide an indication of currency valuations used by commercial banks for transactions with customers.
According to the SBP, the data is compiled from exchange rate sheets of various commercial banks and serves informational purposes only. These rates are estimates and reflect the indicative buying and selling prices offered by banks for international currencies in the interbank market.
The following table shows the latest interbank currency exchange rates in Pakistan as of January 5, 2026:
| Currency | Buying (PKR) | Selling (PKR) |
| UAE Dirham | 76.2283 | 76.3356 |
| Australian Dollar | 186.8239 | 187.1221 |
| Canadian Dollar | 203.2343 | 203.5461 |
| Swiss Franc | 352.3877 | 352.9479 |
| Chinese Yuan | 40.1174 | 40.1688 |
| Euro | 327.0029 | 327.4970 |
| British Pound | 375.7871 | 376.3693 |
| Japanese Yen | 1.7811 | 1.7837 |
| Saudi Riyal | 74.6161 | 74.7243 |
| US Dollar | 279.8535 | 280.2786 |
The SBP emphasized that these interbank rates are estimates and may vary slightly among commercial banks depending on customer demand, market conditions, and foreign exchange transactions.
Financial analysts and traders often monitor these interbank rates closely, as they serve as a benchmark for importers, exporters, and investors. The rates also influence domestic pricing of imported goods, remittances, and foreign currency settlements.
Consumers and businesses are advised to consult their respective banks for finalized rates applicable for transactions, as the SBP data provides a general reference point rather than an official trading rate.