Rates from Saudi Arabia to India
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Sending money from Saudi Arabia to India: SAR to INR
India is one of the largest destinations for money sent from Saudi Arabia. Indian workers across the Kingdom, from Riyadh and Jeddah to Dammam and Khobar, send part of their salary home every month, and the SAR to INR rate they receive can differ noticeably from one provider to the next. This page lists the rates reported for each remittance app and bank service so you can see the spread before you send.
The Saudi riyal is pegged to the US dollar at 3.75 SAR per USD, so the SAR to INR rate moves mainly with the USD to INR rate. Each provider then adds its own margin, which is why two apps can show different rupee amounts for the same riyal amount at the same moment. On a regular monthly transfer, even a small gap in the rate adds up over a year.
Before you send money to India
- Compare the amount received, not just the rate: multiply the riyal amount by the rate, then subtract any service fee.
- Check how the money is delivered (bank account, wallet or cash pickup) and the estimated delivery time.
- Look at the minimum and maximum limits per transfer and per month.
- Use only providers licensed in Saudi Arabia; the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) supervises money transfer services in the Kingdom.
- Confirm the final rate on the provider's own confirmation screen, because rates can change several times a day.
Remittance centers on this page
The table above ranks these providers by their latest reported SAR to INR rate: Western Union, Enjaz, D360, Vision Bank, NEO – SNB, Emirates NBD KSA, Bin Yalla, Mobily Pay, STC Pay, FRiENDi PAY, Barq, Meem, urpay, Tahweel Al Rajhi, Alinma Pay, Alinma Bank, Tiqmo, SAIB Flexx, SABB, ANB Telemoney, Riyadh Bank, Fawri, SNB Quick Pay, Al Amoudi (Jeddah). Rows show when each rate was last reported, and the list updates automatically while you keep the page open. You can also use the calculator to see how many Indian rupees (or riyals, if you switch direction) each provider would give for the amount you plan to send.
Compare other countries: SAR to PKR (Pakistan) · SAR to BDT (Bangladesh) · SAR to NPR (Nepal) · SAR to LKR (Sri Lanka) · SAR to PHP (Philippines). New to RiyalRate.com? Read how it works, or browse our money-transfer guides, such as how to compare remittance rates properly. Read this page in: हिन्दी · മലയാളം · Hinglish.
How much is 1,000 SAR in Indian rupees today?
At the highest recent reported rate on this page (₹ 25.09 from Western Union), these riyal amounts convert roughly as follows, before any fee:
- 100 SAR is about ₹ 2,509
- 500 SAR is about ₹ 12,545
- 1,000 SAR is about ₹ 25,090
- 1,500 SAR is about ₹ 37,635
- 2,000 SAR is about ₹ 50,180
Your provider's fee and the rate on its confirmation screen decide what your family actually receives. To pick between providers, read our guide on which bank or app gives the best exchange rate from Saudi Arabia to India.
Frequently Asked Questions - SAR to INR
What is the SAR to INR remittance rate today?
RiyalRate.com shows live, user-reported SAR to INR rates from remittance centers across Saudi Arabia, including Enjaz, STC Pay, Alinma, D360, Tiqmo, and more. Rates update automatically as users report the current rate they were offered, and the highest available rate is shown at the top of the page.
Which remittance center offers the best SAR to INR rate?
The remittance center offering the best rate changes throughout the day. RiyalRate.com automatically sorts all centers from highest to lowest rate, so the top row on the India page always shows the current best reported rate.
How do I send money from Saudi Arabia to India?
You can send money from Saudi Arabia to India through bank transfers, digital wallets, or dedicated remittance apps such as Enjaz, STC Pay, D360, and others. Compare their current rates on this page, then complete your transfer directly through your chosen provider's app or branch.
Are the rates on RiyalRate.com official?
No. Rates on RiyalRate.com are user-reported by the community and are for reference only. They may not reflect the exact rate a remittance center offers at the moment of your transaction. Always confirm the current rate directly with the provider before sending money.
How is the SAR to INR rate decided?
The Saudi riyal is pegged to the US dollar at 3.75, so the SAR to INR rate mainly follows the USD to INR market rate. Each remittance provider then adds its own margin and may charge a separate fee, which is why the rate you are offered differs between providers.
How do recipients in India receive the money?
Transfers to India are generally paid into the recipient's bank account. Many providers use domestic payment systems such as IMPS or NEFT, and some offer faster options. Which method applies depends on the provider and on the recipient's bank, so confirm the delivery method and expected time in the provider's app before you pay.
Can I send money from Saudi Arabia to India instantly?
Some providers advertise instant or same-day delivery to Indian bank accounts, while others take longer. Speed depends on the provider, the amount and the recipient's bank, so check the delivery estimate on the confirmation screen before you pay.
What do the colours next to "Updated" mean?
They show how fresh a reported rate is. A rate reported less than 24 hours ago is shown in green (dark green for the newest, lighter as it ages), one that is 1 to 3 days old is light green and yellow, over 3 days is orange, over 4 days is red, and a rate older than 7 days is greyed out. Treat older rates with care and confirm the current rate with the provider.
How much is 1,000 SAR in Indian rupees today?
At the highest recent reported rate on this page (₹ 25.09 from Western Union), 1,000 SAR is about ₹ 25,090 before any fee. The amount your family receives depends on the provider, its fee and the rate on its confirmation screen.
Which bank or app gives the best exchange rate from Saudi Arabia to India?
It changes from day to day. Bank remittance services, wallets and money transfer companies are all listed in the table above, and the one with the highest recent rate can differ tomorrow. Compare the amount your family receives after the fee, not the rate alone. Our comparison guide shows how.
Why is the rate I am offered lower than the Google rate?
Google and currency converters show the market rate. A provider's rate already has its own margin built in, and some providers add a fee on top. The riyal is pegged to the dollar at 3.75, so the gap comes from the provider.