KARACHI: The Iranian Rial continues to face significant challenges internationally due to sanctions and economic conditions. It has exhibited notable localized appreciation in Pakistan’s open currency markets over recent weeks.
Latest Rate
| Pakistani Rupees (PKR) | Iranian Rials (IRR) |
|---|---|
| 1 PKR | 4,951.53 IRR |
| 5 PKR | 24,757.65 IRR |
| 10 PKR | 49,515.30 IRR |
| 20 PKR | 99,030.60 IRR |
| 30 PKR | 148,545.90 IRR |
| 40 PKR | 198,061.20 IRR |
| 50 PKR | 247,576.50 IRR |
| 60 PKR | 297,091.80 IRR |
| 70 PKR | 346,607.10 IRR |
| 80 PKR | 396,122.40 IRR |
| 90 PKR | 445,637.70 IRR |
| 100 PKR | 495,153.00 IRR |
Why the Iranian Rial Is Gaining Value Against the PKR
In Pakistan’s exchange markets, especially in Karachi, Lahore, and border areas, the Iranian Rial has seen a dramatic surge, with reports indicating it has gained nearly fourfold in value in recent periods.
Moreover, two trillion Iranian rials were purchased across the country in the 4 days following the peace agreement between Iran and the US.
Malik Bostan, Chairman of the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan, said that 40 billion Iranian rials were purchased on the first day of the agreement between Iran and the US.
