Don’t forget to buy your Saudi Riyals (SAR) before you leave for Saudi Arabia.
When planning a trip to Saudi Arabia, find out the most you can about the country, especially the use of the local currency. In Saudi Arabia, the currency used is the Saudi riyal (SAR). You will surely be able to pay with your credit card in most shops and for most of your purchases. However, it is always good to carry cash in the local currency as for some situations this can be very useful, for instance if you plan to buy from small shops. We advise you to exchange dollars to riyals before you leave to ensure a better exchange rate and that you are fully prepared for your trip.
Practical tips for planning your budget
A daily budget of 280 saudi riyals is sufficient for one night's accommodation, food and public transport tickets.
A meal in a restaurant will cost you SAR 60 if you want to sample the country's culinary specialities, and a fast food restaurant may cost you SAR 25 for lunch.
170 SAR
Average cost of a one night stay
90 SAR
Average food budget per person per day
Good to know
Some price indications in Saudi Arabia
4.80 SAR
Public transport ticket
10 SAR
A cup of coffee
80 SAR
Entrance fee to Al Tayebat Museum
20 SAR
A kebab
10 SAR
A taxi ride
FREE
A visit to the National Museum of Saudi Arabia
Some suggestions for your stay
If you are planning to rent a car, make a diversion to the Edge of the World, which is located towards the Tuwaiq Mountains. The road is bumpy so you will need to hire a suitable vehicle. On the way you can visit the underground Bin Rashid cave before being blown away by the view when you reach your final destination.
The city of haqra is a reconstruction of the ancient city, estimated to be over 1,500 years old and rebuilt exactly as it was before. Visitors can walk through the salt fields of Qasab, salt extracted from the ground from the water as it was done hundreds of years ago.
Visit the city of Shaqra and walk through the streets of the old city. You will see ancient architecture. Visitors can visit mosques, old markets, museums and the Hlewa market.
For hiking enthusiasts, the 'Moon valley' offers a majestic sight if you go there to watch the sunset.
Saudi Arabia offers a variety of landscapes to explore. A diversion to the Red Sea is a must, you've heard so much about it that a dip in that direction is a must.
Some facts about the Saudi Riyal
Denominations of the Saudi Riyal
- Notes: 1 SAR, 5 SAR, 10 SAR, 50 SAR, 100 SAR, 500 SAR
- Coins: 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 halalas, 1 SAR l, 2 SAR
The Saudi riyal was issued in 1928 after eliminating the Gulf rupee.
The rial comes from the Spanish word "real" which means "royal", which fits the country quite well. On the back of the notes are monuments celebrating Islam.
Why get SAR with Prosegur Change?
It’s recommended to obtain your currency before traveling to benefit from the best rates. However, the way you exchange your dollars will greatly affect the amount of SAR you receive.
The most cost-effective solution is to exchange your dollars for riyals directly on our website: by reserving your currency online, you benefit from a preferential exchange rate and a 0% commission. All that’s left is to pick up your order at the nearest Prosegur Change branch before your departure.
FAQs
Any questions regarding our currency exchange services? Please read those FAQs to get all the answers you're after.
- What is the current NZD to SAR exchange rate?
- What is the current NZD to SAR exchange rate?
We update our exchange rates daily to be competitive and make sure our customers enjoy the best price. You can visit our exchange rate page to easily see the exchange rates applied on NZD to SAR currency exchange.
- How long does it take to exchange NZD to SAR?
- How long does it take to exchange NZD to SAR?
Exchanging NZD to SAR with Prosegur Change is easy and shouldn’t take more than a few minutes.
- How can I exchange NZD to SAR online?
- How can I exchange NZD to SAR online?
Select SAR as the destination currency, choose the amount of NZD you want to pay or the amount of SAR you need to see the price of your transaction. You can then proceed to the payment of your money exchange. After your order has been confirmed, you can come to pick it up at one of our branches in New Zealand.
If you have other questions, feel free to contact us and our team will do their best to assist you as quickly as possible.
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