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    Best USD to SAR Exchange Rates Compared Live

    The live mid-rate USD to SAR exchange rate is 3.7575. Compare currency conversion rates - Reduce FX costs.

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

    The best USD to SAR exchange rate is 3.7331 from Wise. This is -0.65% compared to the mid-market rate 3.7575.

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

    How do USD-SAR rates compare between providers?

    Looking at our comparison table the best USD to SAR exchange rate is 3.7331 from Wise, -0.65% from the mid-market rate 3.7575. The next best rate is 3.6673 from WorldRemit, -2.4% from the mid-rate. WorldRemit with 3.6673 is -2.4% from the mid-rate.

    The Western Union rate is 3.6974 which is -1.6% from the mid-rate.

    Among the banks, the Citibank rate is 3.5768 at -4.8%, the Chase Bank rate is 3.4265 at -8.8%, and the Wells Fargo Bank rate is 3.404 at -9.4% from the mid-rate.

    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 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 USD-SAR mid-rate (see Market Data below ) and the possible savings of using various providers. 

     
     
     

    USD to SAR Market Data

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

     
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    USD to SAR is at 90-day highs near 3.7576, near its 3-month average, having traded in a stable 0.3% range from 3.7474 to 3.7576
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      1 SAR = 0.2661 USD
    DateUSD/SARChangePeriod
    20 Nov 2024
    3.7543
    0.1% 2 Week
    05 Sep 2024
    3.7537
    0.1% 3 Month
    05 Dec 2023
    3.7498
    0.2% 1 Year
    06 Dec 2019
    3.7498
    0.2% 5 Year
    07 Dec 2014
    3.7532
    0.1% 10 Year
    09 Dec 2004
    3.7500
    0.2% 20 Year
    USD/SAR historic rates & change to 04-Dec-2024
     

    What are equivalent amounts of USD and SAR?

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

    USD SAR
    $ 1 3.7575
    $ 5 18.79
    $ 10 37.58
    $ 20 75.15
    $ 50 187.88
    $ 100 375.75
    $ 250 939.38
    $ 500 1,879
    $ 1,000 3,758
    $ 2,000 7,515
    $ 5,000 18,788
    $ 10,000 37,575
    $ 20,000 75,150
    $ 50,000 187,875
    $ 100,000 375,750
    USD SAR
    $ 0.2661 ﷼ 1
    $ 1.3305 ﷼ 5
    $ 2.6610 ﷼ 10
    $ 5.3220 ﷼ 20
    $ 13.31 ﷼ 50
    $ 26.61 ﷼ 100
    $ 66.53 ﷼ 250
    $ 133.05 ﷼ 500
    $ 266.10 ﷼ 1,000
    $ 532.20 ﷼ 2,000
    $ 1,331 ﷼ 5,000
    $ 2,661 ﷼ 10,000
    $ 5,322 ﷼ 20,000
    $ 13,305 ﷼ 50,000
    $ 26,610 ﷼ 100,000

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

     
     

    USD & SAR - Markets & outlook

      US dollar - USD:

    US dollar (USD) bolstered by Trump inflation expectations

    The dollar strengthened to its highest level in a year as Donald Trump secured the US presidency, sparking a sharp rise in Treasury yields on expectations that his policies would sustain elevated US interest rates.

    Although Trump has voiced support for a weaker dollar, investors anticipate his policies will drive inflation and slow the Federal Reserve’s rate cuts, ultimately boosting the dollar. He has pledged to reduce taxes and impose significant tariffs on imports, which could impact the currencies of some of America’s key trading partners.


      Saudi riyal - SAR:

    The riyal is officially pegged to the IMF's special drawing rights (SDRs). In practice, it is fixed at 1 U.S. dollar = 3.75 riyals, which translates to approximately 1 riyal = 0.266667 dollar.

     
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    How to get a good USD to SAR exchange rate

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

    1. Shop around for the best USD/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 USD/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 USD 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 US dollar, then it's better for the USD/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, living and doing business in Saudi Arabia 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 US 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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