KARACHI, March 9, 2026: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday released the daily interbank currency exchange rates to provide guidance for banking consumers and facilitate foreign exchange transactions.
According to the SBP, the rates are compiled from commercial banks’ indicative exchange rate sheets and are provided for informational purposes only. These interbank rates represent estimated buying and selling prices quoted by commercial banks for their customers and serve as a benchmark for currency conversion and trading.
Interbank Currency Exchange Rates – March 9, 2026
| Currency | Buying Rate (PKR) | Selling Rate (PKR) |
| UAE Dirham (AED) | 76.0209 | 76.1282 |
| Australian Dollar (AUD) | 195.4861 | 195.7844 |
| Canadian Dollar (CAD) | 205.9346 | 206.2536 |
| Swiss Franc (CHF) | 357.8302 | 358.3863 |
| Chinese Yuan (CNY) | 40.4004 | 40.4521 |
| Euro (EUR) | 322.2490 | 322.7330 |
| British Pound (GBP) | 371.6904 | 372.2593 |
| Japanese Yen (JPY) | 1.7601 | 1.7627 |
| Saudi Riyal (SAR) | 74.3650 | 74.4748 |
| US Dollar (USD) | 279.0979 | 279.5230 |
The SBP emphasized that these rates are indicative and are intended to guide commercial transactions in the interbank market. Exchange rate fluctuations may occur depending on market conditions, demand and supply of foreign currencies, and global economic trends.
Banking customers, investors, and traders are advised to monitor these rates closely for conducting foreign exchange transactions, remittances, and international trade settlements. The SBP continues to provide daily updates to ensure transparency and stability in Pakistan’s foreign exchange market.