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South African rand to Sri Lankan rupee Exchange Rate History - XTransfer

South African rand to Sri Lankan rupee Historical Exchange Rates

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

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1 ZAR = 19.355 LKR

08:29 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to Sri Lankan rupee Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 ZAR = -- LKR

08:29 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to Sri Lankan rupee Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 ZAR to LKR, 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
19.355
19.4755
19.6209
19.6209
Low
19.355
19.1512
19.0077
17.9957
Average
19.355
19.3326
19.3226
18.8209

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

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

ZAR to LKR - Last 7 Days

ZARZARLKRLKR
2026-02-25
19.355
ZARZARLKRLKR
2026-02-24
19.2966
ZARZARLKRLKR
2026-02-23
19.2968
ZARZARLKRLKR
2026-02-22
19.2872
ZARZARLKRLKR
2026-02-21
19.2872
ZARZARLKRLKR
2026-02-20
19.1512
ZARZARLKRLKR
2026-02-19
19.2868

LKR to ZAR - Last 7 Days

LKRLKRZARZAR
2026-02-25
0.052
LKRLKRZARZAR
2026-02-24
0.0518
LKRLKRZARZAR
2026-02-23
0.0518
LKRLKRZARZAR
2026-02-22
0.0518
LKRLKRZARZAR
2026-02-21
0.0518
LKRLKRZARZAR
2026-02-20
0.0522
LKRLKRZARZAR
2026-02-19
0.0518

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.

LKRLKR - Sri Lankan Rupee

The Sri Lankan rupee has been issued since 1872, through the colonial and independent periods. The LKR is the main currency for domestic trade and service industries and remains an important part of the country's economic cycle despite economic challenges.

  • Supporting unit:1 Rupee = 100 Cents
  • Denomination of banknotes:20, 50, 100, 500, 1000, 2000 rupees
  • Reserve currency:No, it is mainly used for the domestic economy.
  • Banknote material:Paper, with watermark and security thread.
  • Metal composition:Copper-nickel alloys, stainless steel, etc.
  • Currency symbol:Rs or රු
  • Paper currency size:For example, 1000 rupees is approximately 155mm × 70mm.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:1 Rupee
  • ISO code:LKR
  • Currency name:Sri Lankan Rupee
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:Central Bank of Sri Lanka
  • Safe-haven currency:No, exchange rates are greatly influenced by economic and political factors.
  • Coin denomination:1, 2, 5, 10 rupees
  • Countries of Use:Sri Lanka is the only country where it is used officially.
  • Cross-border payment:International remittances are supported through the SWIFT network, with the US dollar primarily used for foreign trade settlements in Sri Lanka, while the international use of the rupee is relatively limited.

FAQ

What is the relationship between South African rand to Sri Lankan rupee exchange rate and remittance?

The actual amount received during remittance is directly affected by the ZAR to LKR 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 LKR exchange rate can result in substantial changes in actual amounts.

Why are the South African rand to Sri Lankan rupee 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 LKR 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 Sri Lankan rupee exchange rates before remittance?

be necessary. By examining the recent fluctuations in the exchange rate between ZAR and LKR, 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 Sri Lankan rupee based on historical exchange rates?

Look at the charts of ZAR to LKR over the past few months. If the trend is upward, it means ZAR is appreciating and exchanging to LKR 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.