Are you looking for the latest exchange rates against the Saudi Riyal? Here we provide you with the bulletin for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, featuring the most important global and Arab currencies — the US Dollar, Euro, British Pound, Egyptian Pound, UAE Dirham, and Kuwaiti Dinar. Today’s rates are based on market data and
💰 Exchange Rates Today — Tuesday, May 26, 2026
| Currency | Rate against Riyal (SAR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 US Dollar (USD) | 3.75 Riyal | Officially pegged at 3.75 |
| 🇪🇺 Euro (EUR) | 4.36 Riyal | Slightly higher than last week |
| 🇬🇧 British Pound (GBP) | 5.06 Riyal | Noticeable stability |
| 🇪🇬 Egyptian Pound (EGP) | 0.072 Riyal (7.2 Halalas) | Black market rate differs |
| 🇦🇪 UAE Dirham (AED) | 1.02 Riyal | Almost the same rate |
| 🇰🇼 Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) | 12.13 Riyal | Highest valued GCC currency |
Note: Rates are subject to change throughout the day. It is advisable to check with the Saudi Central Bank or currency converters for the live rate.
🇺🇸 US Dollar — 3.75 Riyal
The Dollar remains stable at 3.75 Riyal, which is the official rate set by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). The Riyal has been pegged to the Dollar since 1986, and this peg continues without change. To convert from Dollars to Riyals: multiply the amount by 3.75. To convert from Riyals to Dollars: divide the amount by 3.75.
🇪🇺 Euro — 4.36 Riyal
The Euro is today at 4.36 Riyal. The Euro has been affected recently by the European Central Bank’s decisions regarding interest rates and inflation in the Eurozone. Compared to last week, the Euro has risen slightly.
🇬🇧 British Pound — 5.06 Riyal
The British Pound is one of the most expensive major currencies against the Riyal. Today its rate is 5.06 Riyal. The Pound’s rate is closely linked to the strength of the British economy and the monetary policies of the Bank of England. If you are traveling to Britain, remember that every 1000 Riyal is approximately 198 Pounds.
🇪🇬 Egyptian Pound — 7.2 Halalas
The Egyptian Pound is priced at just 7.2 Halalas (0.072 Riyal). This means that 100 Riyal is approximately 1,388 Egyptian Pounds (based on the official market rate). Exchange rates differ from the official rate, especially in Egypt. It is recommended to compare rates before exchanging.
🇦🇪 UAE Dirham — 1.02 Riyal
The UAE Dirham is very close to the Saudi Riyal. Its rate today is 1.02 Riyal. Since the Dirham is pegged to the Dollar, just like the Riyal, the difference between them is almost constant. 1000 UAE Dirham = 1,021 Saudi Riyal.
🇰🇼 Kuwaiti Dinar — 12.13 Riyal
The Kuwaiti Dinar is the most expensive GCC currency and also one of the most expensive currencies
The world. Its price today is 12.13 riyal. The dinar is pegged to a weighted basket of currencies, not just the dollar. For this reason, its price changes slightly daily compared to the riyal.
📊 Table: Top 10 currencies by value against the riyal
- Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) — 12.13 riyal
- Bahraini Dinar (BHD) — 9.97 riyal
- Omani Rial (OMR) — 9.74 riyal
- Jordanian Dinar (JOD) — 5.29 riyal
- British Pound (GBP) — 5.06 riyal
- Euro (EUR) — 4.36 riyal
- Swiss Franc (CHF) — 4.79 riyal
- US Dollar (USD) — 3.75 riyal
- Canadian Dollar (CAD) — 2.72 riyal
- Australian Dollar (AUD) — 2.69 riyal
💡 Currency exchange tips
- Compare prices — Banks offer a lower rate than the market. Exchange offices and digital transfer offices offer better rates.
- Avoid exchanging at the airport — Airport rates are always high.
- Use smart apps — Such as Wise, Western Union, STC Pay to compare prices before transferring.
- Do not transfer large amounts at once — Split the transfers, especially with market fluctuations.
❓ FAQs
Is the dollar rate fixed against the riyal?
Yes, the peg has been continuous since 1986. Every dollar = 3.75 riyal. This is a decision by the Saudi Central Bank.
Where can I get the best exchange rate in Saudi Arabia?
Exchange offices in commercial markets offer better rates than banks. Digital apps like STC Pay and Urpay are useful for small transfers.
Does the exchange rate change on weekends?
Often, rates freeze during the weekend because global markets are closed. But changes return on the first working day.
Sources: X-Rates.com — Live Price of Gold — KSA Expats — Last updated: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 08:00 AM Saudi time.
