1 PEN to ZAR1 Peruvian Nuevo Sol = 4.8126 South African Rand
🏳️ 1 Peruvian Nuevo Sol (PEN1) is worth 🇿🇦 4.8126 South African Rand (R4.8126) at the current exchange rate of 1 PEN = 4.8126 ZAR. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the PEN to ZAR rate rose 0.92% (high 4.8396 on September 17, 2026, low 4.7489 on August 27, 2026, average 4.80). Over the last 90 days, the PEN to ZAR rate fell 1.16% (high 4.9475 on July 25, 2026, low 4.7489 on August 27, 2026, average 4.8195).
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Convert 1 Peruvian Nuevo Sol to South African Rand
1 PEN = R4.8126 ZAR
1 ZAR = PEN0.2078 PEN
- 30-day change
- +0.92%
- 90-day high
- 4.9475
- 90-day low
- 4.7489
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC
Convert Peruvian Nuevo Sol to South African Rand
| PEN | ZAR |
|---|---|
| PEN1 PEN | R4.8126 ZAR |
| PEN5 PEN | R24.0631 ZAR |
| PEN10 PEN | R48.1261 ZAR |
| PEN25 PEN | R120.3153 ZAR |
| PEN50 PEN | R240.6307 ZAR |
| PEN100 PEN | R481.2614 ZAR |
| PEN500 PEN | R2,406.31 ZAR |
| PEN1,000 PEN | R4,812.61 ZAR |
| PEN5,000 PEN | R24,063.07 ZAR |
| PEN10,000 PEN | R48,126.14 ZAR |
Convert South African Rand to Peruvian Nuevo Sol
| ZAR | PEN |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | PEN0.2078 PEN |
| R5 ZAR | PEN1.0389 PEN |
| R10 ZAR | PEN2.0779 PEN |
| R25 ZAR | PEN5.1947 PEN |
| R50 ZAR | PEN10.3894 PEN |
| R100 ZAR | PEN20.7787 PEN |
| R500 ZAR | PEN103.8936 PEN |
| R1,000 ZAR | PEN207.7873 PEN |
| R5,000 ZAR | PEN1,038.94 PEN |
| R10,000 ZAR | PEN2,077.87 PEN |
PEN to ZAR exchange rate history
PEN to ZAR – last 90 days
PEN to ZAR – last 12 months
PEN to ZAR exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the Peruvian Nuevo Sol traded between 4.7489 and 4.9475 South African Rand, averaging 4.8195. The PEN/ZAR rate is down 1.16% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest PEN to ZAR rate was 5.1423 (November 24, 2025) and the lowest was 4.7489 (August 27, 2026). The rate is down 2.77% year on year, meaning the Peruvian Nuevo Sol has lost value against the South African Rand.
| Date | 1 PEN in ZAR | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 4.8227 | -0.01% |
| August 30, 2026 | 4.8232 | -0.98% |
| July 31, 2026 | 4.871 | +1.07% |
| June 28, 2026 | 4.8196 | +0.18% |
| May 23, 2026 | 4.8108 | +0.32% |
| April 23, 2026 | 4.7955 | -1.90% |
| March 24, 2026 | 4.8884 | +2.45% |
| February 22, 2026 | 4.7713 | -0.63% |
| January 23, 2026 | 4.8016 | -3.10% |
| December 24, 2025 | 4.9555 | -3.63% |
| November 24, 2025 | 5.1423 | +0.39% |
| October 25, 2025 | 5.1225 | +3.49% |
| September 25, 2025 | 4.9497 | – |
Historical figures use daily reference rates: sampled every three days for the 90-day view and monthly for the 12-month view, plus today's live rate.
The Peruvian Nuevo Sol (PEN) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the PEN page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about PEN →The South African Rand is the official currency of South Africa, issued under the oversight of the South African Reserve Bank. It has been in use since 1961 and is divided into 100 Cent.
South Africa has the most developed economy in Africa, and the rand is the most traded African currency. It's often used as a proxy for emerging market sentiment.
More about ZAR →How to convert Peruvian Nuevo Sol to South African Rand
- Enter the amount of PEN you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that PEN is selected as the source and ZAR as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the ZAR value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about PEN to ZAR
How much is 1 Peruvian Nuevo Sol in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Peruvian Nuevo Sol (PEN) = 4.8126 South African Rand (ZAR). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 Peruvian Nuevo Sol in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 PEN is equal to 481.2614 ZAR, based on a rate of 4.8126 ZAR per PEN.
How much is 1 South African Rand in Peruvian Nuevo Sol?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 0.2078 Peruvian Nuevo Sol (PEN).
What has the PEN to ZAR exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the PEN/ZAR rate changed by +0.92%, ranging from 4.7489 to 4.8396. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 4.7489 to 4.9475 and changed by -1.16%.
Which is stronger, the Peruvian Nuevo Sol or the South African Rand?
The Peruvian Nuevo Sol is currently worth more per unit than the South African Rand: 1 PEN = 4.8126 ZAR, and 1 ZAR = 0.2078 PEN. A higher number per unit does not by itself mean a stronger economy; it also reflects how each currency is denominated.
When is the best time to convert PEN to ZAR?
Currencies trade 24 hours a day from Monday morning in Sydney to Friday evening in New York, and rates move by the minute while markets are open. Liquidity is usually highest around 1–4 PM GMT, when the London and New York sessions overlap. Watching the 90-day range above helps you judge whether today's rate is high or low compared with recent weeks.
Is this the rate I will get at a bank or exchange service?
No. The figures on this page are mid-market reference rates used for information. Banks, cash exchanges and money-transfer services add a margin or fee, so the amount you actually receive is usually a little lower than the converted amount shown here.