Saudi Riyal to Egyptian Pound

About SAR/EGP

The Saudi Riyal (SAR) to Egyptian Pound (EGP) exchange rate reflects the value of one SAR in EGP. SARF tracks both the official central bank rate and the parallel market rate, which together reveal the true cost of foreign exchange in MENA markets. The spread between these two rates is a key indicator of economic pressure and currency market fragmentation.

Saudi Arabia pegs the Saudi Riyal (SAR) to the US Dollar at 3.75, one of the most stable fixed exchange rate arrangements globally. The central bank maintains substantial reserves to defend the peg, making the spread between official and parallel rates among the smallest in the region.

Egypt operates one of the largest economies in the Arab world. The Egyptian Pound (EGP) is managed by the Central Bank of Egypt. Currency controls and periodic devaluations have created a persistent parallel market, making Egypt one of the most closely watched FX markets in MENA.