PKR to USD — today's rate explained
As of 2026-07-08, 1 Pakistani Rupee equals 0.003591 US Dollar at the mid-market exchange rate. This is the fairest reference rate — the midpoint between what buyers and sellers are paying on global currency markets.
Students, remote workers, and expatriates moving between Pakistan and the United States use this pair to budget tuition, rent, and everyday expenses.
About the PKR and USD
Pakistani Rupee (PKR, ₨): The Pakistani Rupee reflects Pakistan's import-dependent economy and remittance flows from abroad. It is the official currency of Pakistan.
US Dollar (USD, $): The US Dollar is the world's primary reserve currency and the most traded currency on global foreign-exchange markets. It is used in the United States.
What moves the PKR/USD exchange rate?
Exchange rates respond to interest-rate decisions by central banks such as State Bank of Pakistan and Federal Reserve, inflation data, trade balances, and geopolitical events.
For PKR/USD specifically, shifts in capital flows between Pakistan and the United States, changes in commodity prices, and differences in economic growth rates all contribute to daily rate movements.
PKR to USD — 30-day performance
Over the past 30 days, PKR/USD traded between 0.003587 and 0.003602, with the pair gaining 0.01% overall. The current rate of 0.003591 sits below the 30-day midpoint of 0.003595.
Historical context helps you judge whether today's rate is relatively strong or weak, but past performance does not predict future movements. Always compare the rate you are offered against the mid-market figure shown here.
How to get a better PKR to USD rate
Banks and card providers typically add a 1–4% margin on top of the mid-market rate shown on this page, plus fixed transfer fees. Before exchanging PKR for USD, compare the final amount you will receive — not just the headline rate.
For larger amounts, specialist money-transfer services often beat bank rates. For travel, prepaid multi-currency cards or local ATMs may offer competitive rates depending on your bank's foreign-transaction fees.