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South African rand to Canadian dollar Exchange Rate History - XTransfer

South African rand to Canadian dollar Historical Exchange Rates

Welcome to the ZAR to CAD exchange rate history page. This page contains detailed daily historical exchange rates between ZAR and CAD from 2025-3-8 to 2026-02-25, making it easy to look up and reference.

Amount
Result

1 ZAR = 0.0859057 CAD

02:29 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to Canadian dollar Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 ZAR = -- CAD

02:29 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to Canadian dollar Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 ZAR to CAD, including daily data over the past 1 day, 15 days, 30 days, and 90 days. It also marks the highest, lowest, and average rates during each period, helping you easily understand how the exchange rate has changed over time, which is useful for currency exchange, transfers, or investment decisions.

Time
Past 1 day
Past 15 day
Past 30 day
Past 90 day
High
0.0859057
0.0859057
0.0862289
0.0862289
Low
0.0859057
0.0846725
0.0841787
0.0812149
Average
0.0859057
0.0853166
0.0852187
0.0837109

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

Below are the daily average exchange rates of ZAR to CAD for the past 7 days, helping you track the trend during this period. We also provide exchange rate changes of CAD to ZAR, helping you understand fluctuations from different perspectives and better plan your currency exchange, transfers, or fund management.

ZAR to CAD - Last 7 Days

ZARZARCADCAD
2026-02-25
0.0859057
ZARZARCADCAD
2026-02-24
0.0855287
ZARZARCADCAD
2026-02-23
0.0852981
ZARZARCADCAD
2026-02-22
0.0853158
ZARZARCADCAD
2026-02-21
0.0853412
ZARZARCADCAD
2026-02-20
0.0846725
ZARZARCADCAD
2026-02-19
0.0852599

CAD to ZAR - Last 7 Days

CADCADZARZAR
2026-02-25
11.6406711
CADCADZARZAR
2026-02-24
11.6919818
CADCADZARZAR
2026-02-23
11.7235906
CADCADZARZAR
2026-02-22
11.7211583
CADCADZARZAR
2026-02-21
11.7176698
CADCADZARZAR
2026-02-20
11.8102099
CADCADZARZAR
2026-02-19
11.7288432

ZARZAR - South African Rand

The rand was issued in 1961 with the establishment of the Republic of South Africa, replacing the South African pound. ZAR is the mainstay currency of the South African economy and is widely used in mining, manufacturing and financial services. As one of the most important currencies in Africa, the rand has a high liquidity in the international market.

  • Supporting unit:1 cent (1 rand = 100 cents)
  • Denomination of banknotes:10, 20, 50, 100, 200 Rand
  • Reserve currency:No, but it has a significant influence in the African region.
  • Banknote material:Paper-based, featuring various anti-counterfeiting designs.
  • Metal composition:Copper-nickel alloy, nickel-plated steel core alloy
  • Currency symbol:R
  • Paper currency size:Approximately 140mm × 70mm
  • language:en
  • Main unit:Rand
  • ISO code:ZAR
  • Currency name:South African Rand
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:South African Reserve Bank
  • Safe-haven currency:No, mainly emerging market currencies.
  • Coin denomination:5, 10, 20, 50 cents; 1, 2, 5 rand.
  • Countries of Use:South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, and Zimbabwe (partially used)
  • Cross-border payment:The rand is widely circulated in southern Africa, international payments are mostly conducted through the SWIFT network, and cross-border trade often settles in US dollars or euros.

CADCAD - Canadian Dollar

The Canadian dollar has been issued since 1858 and was originally valued on the gold standard. The CAD is widely used in commodity trading, especially energy and agricultural products trading with the United States. As one of the world's major reserve currencies, the Canadian dollar is often regarded as a representative of commodity currency.

  • Supporting unit:1 yuan = 100 fen
  • Denomination of banknotes:5, 10, 20, 50, 100 CAD
  • Reserve currency:Yes, it is one of the world's important reserve currencies.
  • Banknote material:Polymer banknotes are durable and have strong anti-counterfeiting features.
  • Metal composition:Nickel, copper, and steel alloys
  • Currency symbol:C$ or $
  • Paper currency size:Length approximately 152.4mm, width 69.85mm.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:1 yuan
  • ISO code:CAD
  • Currency name:Canadian Dollar
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system, determined by market supply and demand.
  • Central Bank:Bank of Canada
  • Safe-haven currency:Some currencies are considered safe havens due to their economic stability and resource advantages.
  • Coin denomination:1, 5, 10, 25, 50 cents; 1, 2 yuan coins
  • Countries of Use:The official currency of Canada, also used by some Caribbean countries.
  • Cross-border payment:Supported by SWIFT and other international payment platforms, the Canadian dollar has high liquidity in global trade and investment.

FAQ

What is the relationship between South African rand to Canadian dollar exchange rate and remittance?

The actual amount received during remittance is directly affected by the ZAR to CAD exchange rate. Differences in rates offered by banks or platforms may lead to significant differences in the final amount. It’s recommended to compare real-time rates and fees from several providers before making a decision.

What exchange rate indicators should be prioritized when making cross-border payments or settlements?

When conducting cross-border transactions, pay attention to real-time rates, the bid-ask spread, settlement fees, etc. Especially for large payments, even small differences in the ZAR to CAD exchange rate can result in substantial changes in actual amounts.

Why are the South African rand to Canadian dollar exchange rates so different across platforms?

Different banks or payment platforms use various pricing mechanisms. Some use mid-market rates; others add wider spreads, fees, and settlement times.tCauses you to see ZAR to CAD on Platform A as 7.10, while Platform B shows 7.02. Such differences can be significant for large transactions.

Is it necessary to check the historical trend of South African rand to Canadian dollar exchange rates before remittance?

be necessary. By examining the recent fluctuations in the exchange rate between ZAR and CAD, you can determine whether the current exchange rate is high or low, helping you decide whether to immediately remit, lock up the exchange, or delay the transaction to obtain a better price.

How to judge the trend of South African rand to Canadian dollar based on historical exchange rates?

Look at the charts of ZAR to CAD over the past few months. If the trend is upward, it means ZAR is appreciating and exchanging to CAD is more cost-effective; if downward, you may want to act quickly to exchange at a better rate.
Disclaimer: The exchange rate data on this page is collected from public sources for reference only. Due to frequent fluctuations, XTransfer cannot guarantee accuracy or timeliness. Please refer to the real-time quotes from banks, related institutions, or trading systems.