SAR to EGP Exchange Rate Today
Convert Saudi Riyals to Egyptian Pounds with live SAR/EGP rates for remittances from Saudi Arabia to Egypt. Best rates for Egyptian expat workers.
1000 SAR =
13,458.53EGP
1 EGP = 0.0743 SAR
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SAR to EGP conversion table
Common amounts at the current mid-market rate of 1 SAR = 13.46 EGP.
| SAR | EGP |
|---|---|
| 1 SAR | 13.46 EGP |
| 5 SAR | 67.29 EGP |
| 10 SAR | 134.59 EGP |
| 25 SAR | 336.46 EGP |
| 50 SAR | 672.93 EGP |
| 100 SAR | 1,346 EGP |
| 500 SAR | 6,729 EGP |
| 1,000 SAR | 13,459 EGP |
| 5,000 SAR | 67,293 EGP |
| EGP | SAR |
|---|---|
| 1 EGP | 0.0743 SAR |
| 5 EGP | 0.3715 SAR |
| 10 EGP | 0.7430 SAR |
| 25 EGP | 1.86 SAR |
| 50 EGP | 3.72 SAR |
| 100 EGP | 7.43 SAR |
| 500 EGP | 37.15 SAR |
| 1,000 EGP | 74.30 SAR |
| 5,000 EGP | 371.51 SAR |
Mid-market rate — the midpoint banks trade at, before any provider adds a margin. What you actually receive is below.
What you actually get for 1,000 SAR
Nobody converts at the mid-market rate. At 1 SAR = 13.46 EGP, a perfect conversion of 1,000 SAR would be 13,458 EGP. Here is what 5 services would really send, fee and exchange-rate margin included.
| Service | Their rate | Fee | You get |
|---|---|---|---|
| MoneyGramcheapest | 13.39 | 1.49 SAR | 13,374 EGP |
| XE | 13.32 | — | 13,324 EGP |
| WorldRemit | 13.22 | 1.99 SAR | 13,195 EGP |
| Xoom | 13.11 | — | 13,110 EGP |
| Western Union | 12.99 | 1.99 SAR | 12,966 EGP |
On 1,000 SAR, the gap between the best and worst option here is 408.84 EGP — the same money, converted on the same day. That difference is the fee plus the margin each service builds into its rate, and it is the only part of this page you can do anything about. How exchange-rate markups work.
Typical pricing for a bank-funded transfer, not a live quote — promotional offers and payment method can change it. Check the provider before sending.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current SAR to EGP exchange rate?
The Saudi Riyal to Egyptian Pound rate typically ranges between E£13-15 per 1 SAR. Since SAR is pegged to USD at 3.75, the rate primarily follows USD/EGP. Egypt's currency has experienced significant volatility due to IMF programs and economic reforms.
Why is SAR to EGP conversion important?
Over 2.5 million Egyptians work in Saudi Arabia, making this one of the world's largest remittance corridors. Uses include family support remittances, Egyptian workers' savings, Saudi investments in Egypt, and trade between Arab world's largest economy and most populous nation.
How does Egypt's economy affect SAR/EGP?
EGP has experienced devaluations (floated in 2016, devalued 2022-2023) due to IMF loan conditions and economic pressures. When EGP weakens, SAR buys significantly more pounds. Monitor Central Bank of Egypt announcements and IMF review outcomes for major rate shifts.
What's the best way to send SAR to Egypt?
Use Saudi remittance houses like Al Rajhi Bank or Alinma (1-2% fees), Egyptian banks' Saudi branches like NBE or Banque Misr, Wise or Remitly for transfers, and money transfer operators like Tahweel Al Rajhi. Competition keeps fees relatively low on this corridor.
When should I convert SAR to EGP?
Jeddah-based Egyptian workers sending SAR3,000 monthly maximize value when riyal exceeds EGP17, gaining EGP51K versus EGP45K at EGP15, which is critical for Cairo families. SAR's 3.75 dollar peg means Egyptian pound devaluations (2016: EGP8.8 to EGP18, 2022: EGP15.7 to EGP30) create dramatic gains. Saudi Arabia's 2.5M Egyptian workers remit $8B annually through Al Rajhi and NCB corridors. IMF program announcements typically strengthen pound 5-8% temporarily before gradual weakening resumes.
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