*Rates are subject to change throughout the day. In-store rates vary compared to online.
**The figures provided are indicative only and are there to provide an idea of the amount of travel money you may need during your trip.
Currency: | Riyal |
Currency code: | SAR |
Central Bank: | Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority |
Currency symbol: | SR or ر.س |
Bank notes: | 5, 10, 50, 100, 500 riyals |
Coins: | 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 halalas, 1 riyal, 2 riyals |
The official currency in Saudi Arabia is the riyal which is abbreviated to SAR. 1 Riyal is divided into 100 halalas.
The riyal has been the currency in Saudi Arabia since it came into being in 1902 and was the currency of Hejaz before Saudi Arabia was formed.
Originally a coin-based currency, the Saudi Arabian monetary agency began issuing banknotes in 1961 for denominations of 1, 5, 10, 50 and 100 riyals.
In 1983 the 500 riyal banknote was introduced, and in 2000 banknotes were issued as a celebration of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s centenary.
Learn more about the AUD to SAR Exchange Rate and its economical influences.
Cappuccino
10.5 SAR
1 km taxi ride
5 SAR
Movie ticket
65 SAR
One-way Taif cable car trip
30 SAR
Loaf of bread
2.3 SAR
Simply order your Saudi Arabia riyal online to lock in the rate, then choose to collect at your local store or at the airport before you fly.