Today’s Saudi riyal to Nepalese rupee (SAR to NPR) rate for Nepali workers in Saudi Arabia, with a conversion table for common amounts and practical ways to send money home to Nepal.
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SAR to NPR Conversion Table (Today)
How many rupees you get for common amounts at today’s market rate. Use it to check a quote from your bank or app before you send money to Nepal.
| Saudi riyal (SAR) | NPR at market rate |
|---|---|
| 1 SAR | 41.31 NPR |
| 10 SAR | 413.14 NPR |
| 50 SAR | 2,065.70 NPR |
| 100 SAR | 4,131.39 NPR |
| 200 SAR | 8,262.78 NPR |
| 500 SAR | 20,656.95 NPR |
| 1,000 SAR | 41,313.90 NPR |
| 1,500 SAR | 61,970.85 NPR |
| 2,000 SAR | 82,627.80 NPR |
| 3,000 SAR | 123,941.70 NPR |
| 5,000 SAR | 206,569.50 NPR |
| 10,000 SAR | 413,139.00 NPR |
Why the SAR to NPR Rate Changes
The Nepalese rupee is pegged to the Indian rupee at 1.6 NPR = 1 INR, and the riyal is fixed to the US dollar at 3.75. So SAR to NPR moves exactly with SAR to INR: the NPR rate is always about 1.6 times the INR rate.
When the Indian rupee weakens against the dollar, every riyal you send to Nepal buys more Nepalese rupees too.
Best Ways to Send Money from Saudi Arabia to Nepal
- Remittance companies: Nepali remittance companies such as IME and Prabhu have agents across Nepal for cash pickup and bank deposits.
- Bank deposit: send straight to a bank account in Nepal; usually the cheapest option for larger amounts.
- Digital wallets: some providers can credit wallets such as eSewa; check the payout options in your app.
How to Read the Rate You Are Offered
The rate on this page is the market rate. Banks and remittance apps in Saudi Arabia add a margin, usually around 0.5% to 2%, and some also charge a fixed fee. On SAR 1,000 at a rate of about 41.3, each 1% of margin costs your family roughly 413 rupees. Divide the rupees you are offered by the riyals you send: the closer that figure is to the market rate, the better the deal.
Tips to Get More rupees for Your Riyals
- Compare the amount received, not just the headline rate: a better rate with a high fee can still lose.
- Send larger amounts less often if your provider charges a fixed fee per transfer.
- Double-check the recipient’s name and account or wallet number; a returned transfer can cost a fee and a worse rate the second time.
- Keep your receipt until the money arrives, for the reference number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 SAR to NPR today?
The live market rate is shown at the top of this page and in the conversion table. Banks and remittance companies add a margin, so the rate you are offered will be slightly lower.
Why is the Nepalese rupee always 1.6 times the Indian rupee?
Nepal has pegged its currency to the Indian rupee at 1.6 NPR per INR for many years, so the SAR to NPR rate always moves together with SAR to INR.
What is the cheapest way to send money from Saudi Arabia to Nepal?
Compare the final amount in rupees from your bank and a remittance company. Bank deposits are usually cheapest for larger amounts, while agents are convenient for cash pickup in rural areas.
Do I need my Iqama to send money to Nepal?
Yes. Banks and remittance providers in Saudi Arabia must verify your identity, so you need a valid Iqama to send money.