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SGD to SAR 2025 Forecasts

Analysis of recent Singapore dollar → riyal forecasts for 2025. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest Singapore dollar to Saudi riyal performance and trends.

 

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What is the best Send Money conversion rate for SGD to SAR?

The best SGD to SAR exchange rate is 2.8884 from Wise. This is -0.6% compared to the mid-market rate 2.9058.

As exchange rates can vary significantly between banks and also between currency exchange providers, it's therefore important to carefully compare Singapore dollar (SGD) to Saudi riyal (SAR) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

How do SGD-SAR rates compare between providers?

Looking at our comparison table the best SGD to SAR exchange rate is 2.8884 from Wise, -0.6% from the mid-market rate 2.9058. The next best rate is 2.8768 from WorldRemit, -1% from the mid-rate. Then OFX with 2.8016 is -3.6% from the mid-rate.

Among the banks, the CIMB Bank rate is 2.7464 at -5.5%, the OCBC Bank rate is 2.8274 at -2.7%, and the Maybank rate is 2.8041 at -3.5% compared to the mid-rate 2.9058.

It's important to note that exchange rates also fluctuate frequently due to market conditions. Additionally, banks and foreign exchange providers often apply a margin to the exchange rate, resulting in a less favorable rate for customers compared to the mid-market rate. For more competitive rates, you might consider using a specialized currency exchange service or platforms that offer rates closer to the mid-market rate.

 

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The Singapore dollar to Riyal comparison table above makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by banks and other foreign exchange providers against the latest SGD-SAR mid-rate (see Market Data below ) and the possible savings of using various providers. 

 
 
 

SGD to SAR Market Data

Singapore dollar (SGD) to Saudi riyal (SAR) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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-0.3%
SGD to SAR is at 7-day lows near 2.9058, 2.1% above its 3-month average of 2.8468, having traded in a quite stable 5.3% range from 2.7735 to 2.9205
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  1 SAR = 0.3441 SGD
DateSGD/SARChangePeriod
16 May 2025
2.8832
0.9% 2 Week
01 Mar 2025
2.7755
4.9% 3 Month
30 May 2024
2.7777
4.8% 1 Year
31 May 2020
2.6597
9.4% 5 Year
02 Jun 2015
2.7799
4.7% 10 Year
04 Jun 2005
2.2478
29.5% 20 Year
SGD/SAR historic rates & change to 30-May-2025
 

What are equivalent amounts of SGD and SAR?

Here are some popular conversion amounts for SGD to SAR (Singapore dollar to Saudi riyal)*.

SGD SAR
S$ 1 2.9058
S$ 5 14.53
S$ 10 29.06
S$ 20 58.12
S$ 50 145.29
S$ 100 290.58
S$ 250 726.45
S$ 500 1,453
S$ 1,000 2,906
S$ 2,000 5,812
S$ 5,000 14,529
S$ 10,000 29,058
S$ 20,000 58,116
S$ 50,000 145,290
S$ 100,000 290,580
SGD SAR
S$ 0.3441 ﷼ 1
S$ 1.7205 ﷼ 5
S$ 3.4410 ﷼ 10
S$ 6.8820 ﷼ 20
S$ 17.21 ﷼ 50
S$ 34.41 ﷼ 100
S$ 86.03 ﷼ 250
S$ 172.05 ﷼ 500
S$ 344.10 ﷼ 1,000
S$ 688.20 ﷼ 2,000
S$ 1,721 ﷼ 5,000
S$ 3,441 ﷼ 10,000
S$ 6,882 ﷼ 20,000
S$ 17,205 ﷼ 50,000
S$ 34,410 ﷼ 100,000

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*Converted at the current SGDSAR interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.

 
 

Forecasts for SGD to SAR

 

Recent forecasts for the Singapore Dollar (SGD) to Saudi Riyal (SAR) exchange rate reflect heightened concerns regarding global trade dynamics. Following the announcement of a 10% tariff on imports from Singapore by U.S. President Donald Trump, analysts indicate that emerging Asian currencies, including the SGD, are under significant pressure. This escalation in trade tensions has adversely affected regional currencies, causing a decline in value as fears of a trade war weigh on market sentiment. The Thai baht and South Korean won, among others, have also experienced similar declines, highlighting a broader trend of reducing risk appetite within the currency markets.

Read our full review of recent SGD to SAR forecasts.

 
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How to get a good SGD to SAR exchange rate

There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting Singapore dollar to Saudi riyal:

  1. Shop around for the best SGD/SAR exchange rate: Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare rates from different sources before making a conversion.
  2. Timing is important: Keep an eye on the SGD/SAR rate on currency markets, as exchange rates can fluctuate frequently. Try to make your transactions when the exchange rate is in your favor. You can do this easily with our BER Smart Rate Tracker.
  3. Use a credit/debit or travel card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees: Some credit cards charge additional fees for transactions made in a foreign currency, so it's important to check with your card issuer to see if they charge these fees and what their exchange rate is.
  4. Use a multi-currency account: Having a multi-currency account allows you to hold and transfer money in both SGD and SAR at close to the interbank rate. It also allows you to make payments or withdrawals in the local currency while avoiding high conversion fees.
  5. Buy currency in advance: If you know that you will need foreign currency in the future, consider buying it in advance when the exchange rate is favorable.

The key is reducing excessive costs and fees

Generally speaking, if you are buying Saudi riyal with Singapore dollar, then it's better for the SGD/SAR exchange rate to be higher.

However working against you are the fees all foreign exchange providers charge for providing their service. These fees is usually contained within the exchange rate margin (or difference to the mid-rate).

The transaction margin you end up being charged can be considerably reduced by around a few percent (of total amount being exchanged) for travel money and possibly over 5% to 6% when sending money. The exact potential savings depends on the currencies being exchanged and the amount you are transferring and if you are willing to shop around.

Our real-time foreign transfer and travel money/cards comparison calculators make shopping around easy and help you calculate how much you can save.

Read our Currency guide to Saudi Arabia — a practical currency and money guide to travel in Saudi Arabia plus living and doing business with the Saudi riyal.

It's worth noting that while these tips can help you save on exchange rates, it's important to be aware that no single method is guaranteed to provide the best exchange rate in every situation, and it may require some research and comparison-shopping to find the best option for your specific needs.

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Will the Singapore dollar rise against the Saudi riyal?

It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.

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