1 SAR to ZAR1 Saudi Riyal = 4.3098 South African Rand
๐ธ๐ฆ 1 Saudi Riyal (๏ทผ1) is worth ๐ฟ๐ฆ 4.3098 South African Rand (R4.3098) at the current exchange rate of 1 SAR = 4.3098 ZAR. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the SAR to ZAR rate rose 0.94% (high 4.3581 on September 17, 2026, low 4.2559 on September 5, 2026, average 4.3023). Over the last 90 days, the SAR to ZAR rate fell 2.35% (high 4.489 on July 25, 2026, low 4.2559 on September 5, 2026, average 4.3456).
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Convert 1 Saudi Riyal to South African Rand
1 SAR = R4.3098 ZAR
1 ZAR = ๏ทผ0.232 SAR
- 30-day change
- +0.94%
- 90-day high
- 4.489
- 90-day low
- 4.2559
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC
Convert Saudi Riyal to South African Rand
| SAR | ZAR |
|---|---|
| ๏ทผ1 SAR | R4.3098 ZAR |
| ๏ทผ5 SAR | R21.5492 ZAR |
| ๏ทผ10 SAR | R43.0984 ZAR |
| ๏ทผ25 SAR | R107.746 ZAR |
| ๏ทผ50 SAR | R215.4921 ZAR |
| ๏ทผ100 SAR | R430.9842 ZAR |
| ๏ทผ500 SAR | R2,154.92 ZAR |
| ๏ทผ1,000 SAR | R4,309.84 ZAR |
| ๏ทผ5,000 SAR | R21,549.21 ZAR |
| ๏ทผ10,000 SAR | R43,098.42 ZAR |
Convert South African Rand to Saudi Riyal
| ZAR | SAR |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | ๏ทผ0.232 SAR |
| R5 ZAR | ๏ทผ1.1601 SAR |
| R10 ZAR | ๏ทผ2.3203 SAR |
| R25 ZAR | ๏ทผ5.8007 SAR |
| R50 ZAR | ๏ทผ11.6014 SAR |
| R100 ZAR | ๏ทผ23.2027 SAR |
| R500 ZAR | ๏ทผ116.0135 SAR |
| R1,000 ZAR | ๏ทผ232.0271 SAR |
| R5,000 ZAR | ๏ทผ1,160.14 SAR |
| R10,000 ZAR | ๏ทผ2,320.27 SAR |
SAR to ZAR exchange rate history
SAR to ZAR โ last 90 days
SAR to ZAR โ last 12 months
SAR to ZAR exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the Saudi Riyal traded between 4.2559 and 4.489 South African Rand, averaging 4.3456. The SAR/ZAR rate is down 2.35% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest SAR to ZAR rate was 4.6388 (November 24, 2025) and the lowest was 4.2559 (September 5, 2026). The rate is down 6.71% year on year, meaning the Saudi Riyal has lost value against the South African Rand.
| Date | 1 SAR in ZAR | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 4.3402 | +0.68% |
| August 30, 2026 | 4.3108 | -2.11% |
| July 31, 2026 | 4.4039 | +0.24% |
| June 28, 2026 | 4.3932 | +0.10% |
| May 23, 2026 | 4.3887 | -0.46% |
| April 23, 2026 | 4.409 | -2.37% |
| March 24, 2026 | 4.516 | +5.64% |
| February 22, 2026 | 4.2751 | -0.50% |
| January 23, 2026 | 4.2966 | -3.37% |
| December 24, 2025 | 4.4462 | -4.15% |
| November 24, 2025 | 4.6388 | +0.34% |
| October 25, 2025 | 4.623 | +0.07% |
| September 25, 2025 | 4.6199 | โ |
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 Saudi Riyal (SAR) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the SAR page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about SAR โThe 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 โHow to convert Saudi Riyal to South African Rand
- Enter the amount of SAR you want to convert in the โAmountโ box.
- Check that SAR 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 SAR to ZAR
How much is 1 Saudi Riyal in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Saudi Riyal (SAR) = 4.3098 South African Rand (ZAR). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 Saudi Riyal in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 SAR is equal to 430.9842 ZAR, based on a rate of 4.3098 ZAR per SAR.
How much is 1 South African Rand in Saudi Riyal?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 0.232 Saudi Riyal (SAR).
What has the SAR to ZAR exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the SAR/ZAR rate changed by +0.94%, ranging from 4.2559 to 4.3581. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 4.2559 to 4.489 and changed by -2.35%.
Which is stronger, the Saudi Riyal or the South African Rand?
The Saudi Riyal is currently worth more per unit than the South African Rand: 1 SAR = 4.3098 ZAR, and 1 ZAR = 0.232 SAR. 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 SAR 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 1โ4 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.