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South African rand to Saudi riyal Exchange Rate History - XTransfer

South African rand to Saudi riyal Historical Exchange Rates

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

Amount
Result

1 ZAR = 0.234912 SAR

02:31 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to Saudi riyal Historical Exchange Rate Trends

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02:31 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to Saudi riyal Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 ZAR to SAR, 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
0.234912
0.23626
0.239168
0.239168
Low
0.234912
0.231967
0.231068
0.219073
Average
0.234912
0.234465
0.234263
0.228242

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

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

ZAR to SAR - Last 7 Days

ZARZARSARSAR
2026-02-25
0.234912
ZARZARSARSAR
2026-02-24
0.234045
ZARZARSARSAR
2026-02-23
0.233913
ZARZARSARSAR
2026-02-22
0.233913
ZARZARSARSAR
2026-02-21
0.234071
ZARZARSARSAR
2026-02-20
0.231967
ZARZARSARSAR
2026-02-19
0.233414

SAR to ZAR - Last 7 Days

SARSARZARZAR
2026-02-25
4.256913
SARSARZARZAR
2026-02-24
4.272683
SARSARZARZAR
2026-02-23
4.275094
SARSARZARZAR
2026-02-22
4.275094
SARSARZARZAR
2026-02-21
4.272208
SARSARZARZAR
2026-02-20
4.310958
SARSARZARZAR
2026-02-19
4.284233

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.

SARSAR - Saudi Riyal

The Saudi Riyal has been issued since 1925 and is pegged to the US dollar. The SAR represents the foundation of Saudi Arabia's oil economy and is an important currency in the Gulf Cooperation Council.

  • Supporting unit:1 riyal = 100 halalas
  • Denomination of banknotes:1, 5, 10, 50, 100, 500 riyals
  • Reserve currency:No independent reserve currency, with the US dollar as the primary reserve currency.
  • Banknote material:A blend of paper and polymers with anti-counterfeiting design.
  • Metal composition:Copper-nickel alloy, stainless steel
  • Currency symbol:ر.س
  • Paper currency size:For example, 500 riyals is approximately 160 mm × 79 mm.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:1 riyal
  • ISO code:SAR
  • Currency name:Saudi Arabian Riyal
  • Exchange Rate System:A fixed exchange rate system pegged to the US dollar (approximately 1 SAR = 0.2667 USD).
  • Central Bank:Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority
  • Safe-haven currency:No, relying on the US dollar as an international safe-haven and trading currency.
  • Coin denomination:5, 10, 25, 50 hills, 1 riyal
  • Countries of Use:Saudi Arabia
  • Cross-border payment:The Saudi Riyal supports international remittances through the SWIFT network, and the financial system is highly pegged to the US dollar, facilitating international trade and investment activities.

FAQ

What is the relationship between South African rand to Saudi riyal exchange rate and remittance?

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

Why are the South African rand to Saudi riyal 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 SAR 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 Saudi riyal exchange rates before remittance?

be necessary. By examining the recent fluctuations in the exchange rate between ZAR and SAR, 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 Saudi riyal based on historical exchange rates?

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