Karachi, January 7, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday released the latest interbank foreign exchange rates to guide banking consumers and businesses. The updated rates reflect the prevailing market trends and provide a reference for commercial transactions across the country.
According to the SBP, the interbank rates serve as an estimate of the rates quoted by various commercial banks to their clients. The data is compiled from exchange rate sheets issued daily by banks and is disseminated for informational purposes only. These rates are widely used by importers, exporters, and banking consumers to plan currency transactions and manage foreign exchange requirements.
The updated interbank rates for key currencies on January 7, 2026, are as follows:
| Currency | Buying (Rs) | Selling (Rs) |
| UAE Dirham (AED) | 76.1828 | 76.2927 |
| Australian Dollar (AUD) | 188.9147 | 189.2030 |
| Canadian Dollar (CAD) | 202.4417 | 202.7512 |
| Swiss Franc (CHF) | 351.7671 | 352.3125 |
| Chinese Yuan (CNY) | 40.0623 | 40.1132 |
| Euro (EUR) | 327.0765 | 327.5730 |
| British Pound (GBP) | 377.7964 | 378.3644 |
| Japanese Yen (JPY) | 1.7877 | 1.7903 |
| Saudi Riyal (SAR) | 74.5710 | 74.6805 |
| US Dollar (USD) | 279.8035 | 280.2286 |
The SBP emphasized that these rates are indicative and may vary slightly across different banks. Banking experts recommend checking rates with your bank before initiating foreign currency transactions to ensure accuracy. The updated interbank rates provide an essential benchmark for Pakistan’s financial and trade operations.
This report highlights the ongoing stability in the interbank market and reflects the influence of global currency movements on domestic forex rates.