Cash usage
Card and cash acceptance varies across Pakistan; travelers should keep access to the local currency for merchants that do not accept their preferred payment method.
Country money guide
Pakistan Currency Guide
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Currency overview
Pakistani Rupee in Pakistan
Monetary framework
Pakistan uses the Pakistani rupee as its official currency.
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PKR0.003606 USD1 PKR = 0.0036063327 USD
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Currency facts
PKR at a glance
CurrencyPakistani Rupee
ISO codePKR
SymbolRs
Minor unitPaisa
Decimal places2
Central bankState Bank of Pakistan
Currency typeOfficial currency
Money usage guide
Local money guide for Pakistan
Official use
Pakistan uses the Pakistani rupee as its official currency.
Payment environment
Card and cash acceptance varies across Pakistan; travelers should keep access to the local currency for merchants that do not accept their preferred payment method.
Cash and payment habits
Cash, cards and local payments
Exchange tips
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Regional and monetary links
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FAQ
Pakistan currency questions
Which currency is used in Pakistan?
Pakistan uses the Pakistani rupee as its official currency.
Does Pakistan have multiple official currencies?
Pakistan has one official currency: the Pakistani rupee (PKR).
How can I compare the Pakistani rupee?
Use the conversion links on this page to compare Pakistan's official currency with other supported currencies.
Sources and review
Rate data and official references
Data source: Frankfurter
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