Karachi – Pakistan’s open market foreign exchange rates remain firm on Saturday, April 11, 2026, with the US dollar trading at Rs. 279.00 for buying and Rs. 280.10 for selling, according to the latest update.
The dollar continues to hold close to the important Rs. 280 level, a range that remains highly significant for Pakistan’s import bill, petroleum pricing, and inflation outlook. Since most international trade settlements take place in US dollars, even a slight movement in the rate directly affects the cost of imported goods, industrial raw materials, fuel, and external debt payments.
The British Pound Sterling remains among the strongest foreign currencies in the open market, where it trades at Rs. 375.65 for buying and Rs. 380.74 for selling. The higher pound rate remains important for Pakistan because of strong remittance inflows from the United Kingdom, overseas education expenses, and trade-related transactions.
At the same time, the Euro moves higher, reaching Rs. 327.06 on the buying side and Rs. 331.05 on the selling side. The euro’s strength carries importance for sectors linked to machinery imports, pharmaceutical supplies, and commercial settlements with European markets.
Among Gulf currencies, the Saudi Riyal stands at Rs. 74.60 for buying and Rs. 75.50 for selling, while the UAE Dirham trades at Rs. 76.15 and Rs. 77.25 respectively. These rates remain especially relevant for overseas Pakistanis sending remittances from Gulf countries, as well as for travel, Hajj, and Umrah-related expenses.
The Kuwaiti Dinar continues to remain the highest-valued currency in the table, trading at Rs 880.50 for buying and Rs 891.35 for selling. Similarly, the Bahraini Dinar and Omani Riyal remain above the Rs 700 level, highlighting the continued strength of Gulf currencies against the Pakistani rupee.
Other major currencies such as the Canadian Dollar, Australian Dollar, Singapore Dollar, Chinese Yuan, Swiss Franc, and Hong Kong Dollar also maintain firm positions in the market.
Overall, the latest rates reflect a relatively stable but elevated foreign exchange environment, with direct implications for Pakistan’s trade costs, import prices, remittances, and inflation-sensitive sectors of the economy.
Pakistan Open Market Forex Rates
Disclaimer: These rates are indicative open market exchange rates in Pakistan and may vary by city, bank, and exchange company at the time of transaction.
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