Karachi, January 7, 2026 — Exchange companies across Pakistan on Wednesday released the latest open market currency exchange rates to facilitate the general public, businesses, and overseas remittance recipients. The updated rates reflect supply and demand conditions in the open market as well as global currency movements.
According to market sources, the foreign exchange market remained relatively stable during the day, with minor fluctuations seen in major international currencies against the Pakistani rupee. Traders noted that exchange rates continue to be influenced by import payments, remittance inflows, and global economic indicators, while expectations around monetary policy also play a key role.
The US dollar remained firm in the open market, trading at Rs280.75 for buying and Rs282.80 for selling. The UK pound sterling and the euro also maintained strong positions, reflecting continued demand for major foreign currencies. Gulf currencies, including the Saudi riyal, UAE dirham, and Qatari riyal, showed stability, which is particularly important for overseas Pakistanis sending remittances.
Exchange dealers advised consumers to regularly check updated rates before conducting currency transactions, as open market rates may vary slightly between cities and exchange companies. The rates below were updated at 3:25 PM Pakistan Standard Time (PST) on January 7, 2026.
Open Market Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan
(Updated at 3:25 PM PST – January 7, 2026)
| Currency | Symbol | Buying (Rs) | Selling (Rs) |
| Australian Dollar | AUD | 188 | 192 |
| Bahrain Dinar | BHD | 744 | 754 |
| Canadian Dollar | CAD | 202 | 206 |
| Chinese Yuan | CNY | 39.58 | 39.98 |
| Danish Krone | DKK | 43.72 | 44.12 |
| Euro | EUR | 327.75 | 331.50 |
| 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 | 918 |
| 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 | 728.60 | 738.60 |
| 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 | 76.55 | 77.55 |
| UK Pound Sterling | GBP | 379 | 383 |
| US Dollar | USD | 280.75 | 282.80 |
Disclaimer: Exchange rates are indicative and may vary slightly from city to city and among exchange companies.
