5 ZAR to CRC5 South African Rand = 137.7062 Costa Rican Colón
🇿🇦 5 South African Rand (R5) is worth 🏳️ 137.7062 Costa Rican Colón (CRC137.7062) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 27.5412 CRC. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 11:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to CRC rate fell 2.80% (high 28.4608 on August 27, 2026, low 27.4193 on September 20, 2026, average 27.9601). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to CRC rate rose 0.29% (high 28.4608 on August 27, 2026, low 26.9305 on July 25, 2026, average 27.779).
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Convert 5 South African Rand to Costa Rican Colón
1 ZAR = CRC27.5412 CRC
1 CRC = R0.03631 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -2.80%
- 90-day high
- 28.4608
- 90-day low
- 26.9305
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 11:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Costa Rican Colón
| ZAR | CRC |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | CRC27.5412 CRC |
| R5 ZAR | CRC137.7062 CRC |
| R10 ZAR | CRC275.4123 CRC |
| R25 ZAR | CRC688.5308 CRC |
| R50 ZAR | CRC1,377.06 CRC |
| R100 ZAR | CRC2,754.12 CRC |
| R500 ZAR | CRC13,770.62 CRC |
| R1,000 ZAR | CRC27,541.23 CRC |
| R5,000 ZAR | CRC137,706.16 CRC |
| R10,000 ZAR | CRC275,412.31 CRC |
Convert Costa Rican Colón to South African Rand
| CRC | ZAR |
|---|---|
| CRC1 CRC | R0.03631 ZAR |
| CRC5 CRC | R0.1815 ZAR |
| CRC10 CRC | R0.3631 ZAR |
| CRC25 CRC | R0.9077 ZAR |
| CRC50 CRC | R1.8155 ZAR |
| CRC100 CRC | R3.6309 ZAR |
| CRC500 CRC | R18.1546 ZAR |
| CRC1,000 CRC | R36.3092 ZAR |
| CRC5,000 CRC | R181.546 ZAR |
| CRC10,000 CRC | R363.092 ZAR |
ZAR to CRC exchange rate history
ZAR to CRC – last 90 days
ZAR to CRC – last 12 months
ZAR to CRC exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 26.9305 and 28.4608 Costa Rican Colón, averaging 27.779. The ZAR/CRC rate is up 0.29% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to CRC rate was 30.6363 (January 23, 2026) and the lowest was 26.9305 (July 25, 2026). The rate is down 5.52% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has lost value against the Costa Rican Colón.
| Date | 1 ZAR in CRC | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 27.4193 | -1.44% |
| August 30, 2026 | 27.8192 | +1.26% |
| July 31, 2026 | 27.474 | -0.15% |
| June 28, 2026 | 27.5139 | -0.18% |
| May 23, 2026 | 27.5648 | -0.29% |
| April 23, 2026 | 27.6462 | +0.52% |
| March 24, 2026 | 27.5024 | -7.24% |
| February 22, 2026 | 29.6475 | -3.23% |
| January 23, 2026 | 30.6363 | +2.63% |
| December 24, 2025 | 29.8502 | +3.80% |
| November 24, 2025 | 28.7574 | -0.64% |
| October 25, 2025 | 28.9419 | -0.71% |
| September 25, 2025 | 29.1491 | – |
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 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 →The Costa Rican Colón (CRC) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the CRC page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about CRC →How to convert South African Rand to Costa Rican Colón
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and CRC as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the CRC value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to CRC
How much is 1 South African Rand in Costa Rican Colón?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 27.5412 Costa Rican Colón (CRC). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Costa Rican Colón?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 2,754.12 CRC, based on a rate of 27.5412 CRC per ZAR.
How much is 1 Costa Rican Colón in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Costa Rican Colón (CRC) = 0.03631 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to CRC exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/CRC rate changed by -2.80%, ranging from 27.4193 to 28.4608. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 26.9305 to 28.4608 and changed by +0.29%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Costa Rican Colón?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Costa Rican Colón: 1 ZAR = 27.5412 CRC, and 1 CRC = 0.03631 ZAR. 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 ZAR to CRC?
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.