5 ZAR to XDR5 South African Rand = 0.2253 Special Drawing Rights
🇿🇦 5 South African Rand (R5) is worth 🏳️ 0.2253 Special Drawing Rights (XDR0.2253) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 0.04507 XDR. Rates were last updated Sep 22, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to XDR rate fell 0.97% (high 0.04562 on September 6, 2026, low 0.04355 on September 18, 2026, average 0.04516). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to XDR rate rose 0.77% (high 0.04562 on September 6, 2026, low 0.0433 on July 26, 2026, average 0.04488).
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Convert 5 South African Rand to Special Drawing Rights
1 ZAR = XDR0.04507 XDR
1 XDR = R22.1885 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -0.97%
- 90-day high
- 0.04562
- 90-day low
- 0.0433
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Special Drawing Rights
| ZAR | XDR |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | XDR0.04507 XDR |
| R5 ZAR | XDR0.2253 XDR |
| R10 ZAR | XDR0.4507 XDR |
| R25 ZAR | XDR1.1267 XDR |
| R50 ZAR | XDR2.2534 XDR |
| R100 ZAR | XDR4.5068 XDR |
| R500 ZAR | XDR22.5342 XDR |
| R1,000 ZAR | XDR45.0684 XDR |
| R5,000 ZAR | XDR225.3419 XDR |
| R10,000 ZAR | XDR450.6837 XDR |
Convert Special Drawing Rights to South African Rand
| XDR | ZAR |
|---|---|
| XDR1 XDR | R22.1885 ZAR |
| XDR5 XDR | R110.9425 ZAR |
| XDR10 XDR | R221.8851 ZAR |
| XDR25 XDR | R554.7127 ZAR |
| XDR50 XDR | R1,109.43 ZAR |
| XDR100 XDR | R2,218.85 ZAR |
| XDR500 XDR | R11,094.25 ZAR |
| XDR1,000 XDR | R22,188.51 ZAR |
| XDR5,000 XDR | R110,942.54 ZAR |
| XDR10,000 XDR | R221,885.09 ZAR |
ZAR to XDR exchange rate history
ZAR to XDR – last 90 days
ZAR to XDR – last 12 months
ZAR to XDR exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 0.0433 and 0.04562 Special Drawing Rights, averaging 0.04488. The ZAR/XDR rate is up 0.77% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to XDR rate was 0.04562 (September 6, 2026) and the lowest was 0.04177 (April 24, 2026). The rate is up 7.88% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the Special Drawing Rights.
| Date | 1 ZAR in XDR | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | 0.04517 | +0.18% |
| August 31, 2026 | 0.04509 | +2.15% |
| July 29, 2026 | 0.04414 | -1.41% |
| June 29, 2026 | 0.04477 | +1.22% |
| May 24, 2026 | 0.04423 | +5.90% |
| April 24, 2026 | 0.04177 | -3.58% |
| March 25, 2026 | 0.04332 | -4.85% |
| February 23, 2026 | 0.04553 | +0.57% |
| January 24, 2026 | 0.04527 | +3.45% |
| December 25, 2025 | 0.04376 | +2.59% |
| November 25, 2025 | 0.04265 | +0.25% |
| October 26, 2025 | 0.04255 | +1.85% |
| September 26, 2025 | 0.04177 | – |
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 Special Drawing Rights (XDR) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the XDR page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about XDR →How to convert South African Rand to Special Drawing Rights
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and XDR as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the XDR value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to XDR
How much is 1 South African Rand in Special Drawing Rights?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 0.04507 Special Drawing Rights (XDR). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Special Drawing Rights?
As of September 22, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 4.5068 XDR, based on a rate of 0.04507 XDR per ZAR.
How much is 1 Special Drawing Rights in South African Rand?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 Special Drawing Rights (XDR) = 22.1885 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to XDR exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/XDR rate changed by -0.97%, ranging from 0.04355 to 0.04562. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 0.0433 to 0.04562 and changed by +0.77%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Special Drawing Rights?
The Special Drawing Rights is currently worth more per unit than the South African Rand: 1 ZAR = 0.04507 XDR, and 1 XDR = 22.1885 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 XDR?
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.