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2000 South African rand to Indian rupee Exchange Rate History - XTransfer

2000 South African rand to Indian rupee Historical Exchange Rates

Welcome to the ZAR to INR exchange rate history page. This page contains detailed daily historical exchange rates between ZAR and INR from 2025-3-8 to 2026-04-03, making it easy to look up and reference.

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1 ZAR = 5.48986 INR

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1 South African rand to Indian rupee Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 ZAR = -- INR

04:30 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to Indian rupee Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 ZAR to INR, 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
5.48986
5.56702
5.65602
5.86482
Low
5.48986
5.48169
5.46386
5.43728
Average
5.48986
5.52561
5.52943
5.59489

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

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

ZAR to INR - Last 7 Days

ZARZARINRINR
2026-04-03
5.48986
ZARZARINRINR
2026-04-02
5.54191
ZARZARINRINR
2026-04-01
5.54962
ZARZARINRINR
2026-03-31
5.49671
ZARZARINRINR
2026-03-30
5.5246
ZARZARINRINR
2026-03-29
5.53084
ZARZARINRINR
2026-03-28
5.53084

INR to ZAR - Last 7 Days

INRINRZARZAR
2026-04-03
0.18215
INRINRZARZAR
2026-04-02
0.18044
INRINRZARZAR
2026-04-01
0.18019
INRINRZARZAR
2026-03-31
0.18193
INRINRZARZAR
2026-03-30
0.181
INRINRZARZAR
2026-03-29
0.1808
INRINRZARZAR
2026-03-28
0.1808

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.

INRINR - Indian Rupee

The Indian rupee is centuries old, with the modern version in use since independence in 1947. The rupee is the foundation of India's large and diverse economy and is widely used in domestic trade, services and the growing digital payments market.

  • Supporting unit:1 rupee = 100 paise, but small denomination coins have largely ceased to be in circulation.
  • Denomination of banknotes:₹10, ₹20, ₹50, ₹100, ₹200, ₹500, ₹2000 (some higher denominations have been discontinued but are still in circulation)
  • Reserve currency:No, but it plays a certain role as a regional reserve currency in South Asia.
  • Banknote material:The main material is cotton paper, while some new versions use a polymer blend material, featuring anti-counterfeiting lines, watermarks, micro-printing, and other security features.
  • Metal composition:Steel, stainless steel, nickel-clad steel, copper-nickel alloy, etc.
  • Currency symbol:
  • Paper currency size:For example, ₹500 measures 150mm × 66mm, and different denominations have different sizes.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:1 Rupee
  • ISO code:INR
  • Currency name:Indian Rupee
  • Exchange Rate System:A managed floating exchange rate system, regulated by interventions from the Reserve Bank of India.
  • Central Bank:Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
  • Safe-haven currency:No, it is a currency in a highly volatile emerging market.
  • Coin denomination:₹1, ₹2, ₹5, ₹10, ₹20 (New Polygon Type)
  • Countries of Use:India is an official user of the currency, and countries like Nepal and Bhutan also accept the circulation of the rupee to a certain extent.
  • Cross-border payment:Access to the SWIFT network is widely used for remittances in South Asia and the Middle East, yet transactions in international trade are still predominantly settled in US dollars. In recent years, the Reserve Bank of India has encouraged the establishment of local currency settlement mechanisms with certain countries.

FAQ

Based on the historical patterns of South African rand to Indian rupee, is now a good time to exchange?

To judge the timing for exchanging South African rand to Indian rupee, one must compare current rates with the average over the past year or even five years. If the current South African rand rate is well above the historical average, it usually means ZAR is in a strong period, making it a good window for settlement into INR. Conversely, if South African rand is at a historical low, it is recommended for exporters to hold ZAR in batches and avoid the troughs to minimize losses when converting to INR.

What are the main reasons affecting the historical volatility of ZAR to INR recently?

The core factor affecting the historical volatility of South African rand to Indian rupee recently is the divergence in monetary policies between the two countries. When interest rate hikes are implemented, the attractiveness of ZAR tends to increase, leading to a significant rise in its historical exchange rate against INR. Additionally, fluctuations in global trade data and inflation levels trigger safe-haven demand for ZAR, thereby intensifying the frequency of two-way volatility between South African rand and Indian rupee.

Has ZAR experienced a sharp plunge against INR before? How can I protect myself?

Historically, South African rand against Indian rupee has indeed experienced violent fluctuations or even plunges due to policy shocks or economic crises. The best way to hedge against South African rand exchange rate risk is to analyze its historical volatility cycles and avoid betting on a one-sided market at a single high point. It is recommended to use batch settlement or forward locking tools to keep the volatility risk of ZAR to INR within an acceptable trade cost range.

Is the current exchange rate of South African rand to Indian rupee considered a historical high or low?

To evaluate the current level of ZAR to INR, one must examine the currency pair's long-term trend chart. By comparing the peaks and troughs of the past five years, you can clearly see if South African rand is approaching a historical resistance level. If the current ZAR price has broken through highs from years ago, it indicates that ZAR is at an extreme high; exchanging South African rand to Indian rupee now can often lock in more substantial trade profits than in previous years.

How accurate are the AI-predicted exchange rates for South African rand to Indian rupee?

AI predictions for ZAR to INR are trend references derived from historical big data and market sentiment models. While AI can capture the operational patterns of ZAR through algorithms, it is difficult to 100% predict sudden international political events or unexpected policy adjustments. Therefore, the predicted values for South African rand to Indian rupee should serve as supplementary advice for settlement timing, rather than an absolute execution guarantee.

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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.