The Pakistani rupee remained relatively stable against major foreign currencies in the open market on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The US dollar was quoted around Rs278 for buying and Rs278.20 for selling, according to the latest rates reported by Pakistan Observer.
Dollar Rate in Pakistan Today
The US dollar recorded a buying rate of Rs277.80 and a selling rate of Rs278.20 in the open market. The latest market data indicates only a slight movement in the rupee-dollar exchange rate.
Open Market Currency Rates
Here are the latest buying and selling rates for major currencies in Pakistan:
| Currency | Buying | Selling |
|---|---|---|
| US Dollar (USD) | Rs277.80 | Rs278.20 |
| Euro (EUR) | Rs312.48 | Rs319.10 |
| British Pound (GBP) | Rs366.98 | Rs372.73 |
| UAE Dirham (AED) | Rs75.75 | Rs76.60 |
| Saudi Riyal (SAR) | Rs74.05 | Rs74.60 |
| Canadian Dollar (CAD) | Rs193.93 | Rs199.25 |
| Australian Dollar (AUD) | Rs192.22 | Rs198.05 |
| Chinese Yuan (CNY) | Rs38.30 | Rs38.92 |
| Japanese Yen (JPY) | Rs1.73 | Rs1.83 |
| Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) | Rs884.95 | Rs895.35 |
| Omani Riyal (OMR) | Rs719.25 | Rs731.85 |
| Qatari Riyal (QAR) | Rs74.97 | Rs76.29 |
| Swiss Franc (CHF) | Rs338.65 | Rs343.95 |
Pound and Euro Rates
The British pound remained among the higher-valued currencies in the Pakistani open market, with a buying rate of Rs366.98 and selling rate of Rs372.73.
Meanwhile, the euro was available at Rs312.48 for buying and Rs319.10 for selling.
UAE Dirham and Saudi Riyal Rates
The UAE dirham was quoted at Rs75.75 for buying and Rs76.60 for selling, while the Saudi Riyal stood at Rs74.05 and Rs74.60, respectively.
These currencies are closely monitored in Pakistan because of trade, travel, remittances and religious tourism.
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Currency Rates and the Pakistani Rupee
Foreign exchange rates can change during the day depending on market demand and supply, international currency movements and broader economic conditions. The difference between buying and selling rates also varies between exchange companies and locations.
The latest figures show the rupee continuing to trade around the Rs278-per-dollar level in the open market.
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