Country Currency

Saudi Arabia Currency

The Saudi riyal is the official currency of Saudi Arabia.

Official currency

Saudi Riyal (SAR)

RegionMiddle East & Africa

Central bankSaudi Central Bank

Country money overview

Currency arrangements

Official currencySaudi Riyal (SAR, ر.س)

Central bankSaudi Central Bank

Currency arrangementSaudi Arabia uses SAR as official currency.

Paying in Saudi Arabia

Cash, cards and local payments

Cash use

Saudi riyals are used for domestic cash payments and local prices.

Card acceptance

The Saudi Central Bank's mada network connects domestic payment cards with point-of-sale terminals, ATMs and online transactions.

Contactless payments

mada supports contactless payments through participating cards, wallets and merchants.

ATM availability

ATM access is part of the mada network; foreign-card support and charges should be confirmed before use.

Travel money guidance

Planning a conversion

Before travel

Compare the riyal amount after spreads and fees rather than relying only on the reference rate.

ATM and foreign-card fees

Card issuers and ATM operators may apply separate fees or conversion terms.

SARSaudi Riyal

USDUnited States Dollar

EUREuro

GBPBritish Pound

Exchange-rate information is provided for reference only and is not financial, trading or investment advice.

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Reviewed by: CurrencyHub Editorial Team

Editorially reviewed: July 18, 2026

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