🇸🇦 Base Currency
SAR: Saudi Riyal
National currency of Afghanistan managed and regulated by Da Afghanistan Bank (DAB).
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Official Exchange Rate Summary: SAR to AFN
Date Generated:
Mid-Market Rate: 1 SAR = 17.6174 AFN
Live Interbank Rate (CBUAE / Bank of Albania (BoA)): October 5, 2026
SAR to AFN: Convert Saudi Riyal to Afghan Afghani (ر.س to ؋)
Real-time wholesale mid-market rate with zero markup. Compare baseline interbank pricing against UAE exchange house spreads and remittance transfer fees.
Bottom line: What is 1,000 AED worth in Albanian Lek?
1 AED = 22.3605 ALL
At today's interbank rate, 1,000 AED converts to 22,360.50 ALL (L) (inverse rate: 1 ALL = 0.0447 AED). Licensed exchange houses across the UAE (such as Al Ansari, Lulu Exchange, and Al Fardan) typically apply retail margins between 0.8% and 2.2% above wholesale benchmarks. Use this live guide to review live quotes, remittance fee comparisons, and regulatory customs limits.
SAR
AFN
Looking for reverse conversion? Check reverse rate: AFN to SAR (Afghan Afghani to Saudi Riyal) →
SAR to AFN Live Exchange Rate Chart
Historical exchange rate movements based on central bank benchmarks and interbank market liquidity.
Period High
0.3728 CAD
Period Low
0.3668 CAD
Period Average
0.3698 CAD
Period Change
+0.84%
CAD and PLN conversion tables
Reference tables for common transfer and banknote amounts based on the interbank exchange rate.
Convert SAR to AFN (Saudi Riyal to Afghan Afghani)
Official Mid-Market Rate
| Saudi Riyal (SAR) | Afghan Afghani (AFN) |
|---|---|
| 1 SAR | 17.62 AFN |
| 5 SAR | 88.09 AFN |
| 10 SAR | 176.17 AFN |
| 25 SAR | 440.43 AFN |
| 50 SAR | 880.87 AFN |
| 100 SAR | 1,761.74 AFN |
| 200 SAR | 3,523.48 AFN |
| 250 SAR | 4,404.35 AFN |
| 500 SAR | 8,808.69 AFN |
| 1,000 SAR | 17,617.38 AFN |
| 2,500 SAR | 44,043.46 AFN |
| 5,000 SAR | 88,086.92 AFN |
| 10,000 SAR | 176,173.84 AFN |
Convert AFN to SAR (Afghan Afghani to Saudi Riyal)
Official Mid-Market Rate
| Afghan Afghani (AFN) | Saudi Riyal (SAR) |
|---|---|
| 1 AFN | 0.06 SAR |
| 5 AFN | 0.28 SAR |
| 10 AFN | 0.57 SAR |
| 25 AFN | 1.42 SAR |
| 50 AFN | 2.84 SAR |
| 100 AFN | 5.68 SAR |
| 200 AFN | 11.35 SAR |
| 250 AFN | 14.19 SAR |
| 500 AFN | 28.38 SAR |
| 1,000 AFN | 56.76 SAR |
| 2,500 AFN | 141.91 SAR |
| 5,000 AFN | 283.81 SAR |
| 10,000 AFN | 567.62 SAR |
Currency Exchange & Transfer Comparison
Transparent cost comparison for sending or exchanging 10,000 SAR
| Provider / Channel | Exchange Rate (SAR/AFN) | Estimated FX Spread | Recipient Gets (for 10,000 SAR) | Difference vs Mid-Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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LocalExchangeRates (Baseline)
Pure Mid-Market Interbank Wholesale Rate
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17.6174 | 0.00% (Zero Markup) | 176,173.84 AFN | Benchmark |
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Sarai Shahzada Licensed Dealers (Kabul)
Premier Cash FX Trading Hub in Afghanistan
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17.4853 | ~0.75% Retail Spread | 174,852.53 AFN | -1,321.30 AFN |
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Licensed Money Service Providers (MSPs)
DAB-Regulated Remittance & Hawala Networks
|
17.4060 | ~1.20% Transfer Spread | 174,059.75 AFN | -2,114.09 AFN |
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Commercial Afghan Bank Wire (SWIFT)
AIB / Kabul Bank / Ghazanfar Bank
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17.0536 | ~3.20% + Wire Fees | 170,536.27 AFN | -5,637.56 AFN |
1 SAR to AFN: Saudi Riyal to Afghan Afghani Quick Reference
Searches for 1 SAR to AFN, convert SAR to AFN, and SAR AFN rate refer to the same interbank calculation: the amount of Afghan Afghani received per Saudi Riyal. At today's wholesale baseline of 1 SAR = 17.6174 AFN (inverse: 1 AFN = 0.0568 SAR), key considerations for individuals and remitters include:
✈️ Remittances to Saudi Arabia
Transfers between Afghanistan and Saudi Arabia typically process via licensed Money Service Providers (MSPs) and authorized exchange houses in Kabul.
🏢 Sarai Shahzada & Market Spreads
Licensed money changers in Sarai Shahzada (Kabul) quote tight wholesale cash spreads (0.5% to 1.5%), while informal street dealers may carry counterfeit risks.
🏛️ Central Bank & Customs Thresholds
Exchange movements reflect Da Afghanistan Bank (DAB) reference data. Physical cash transport exceeding $10,000 USD (or local equivalent) requires formal airport customs declaration.
Currency profiles: SAR and AFN
Monetary specifications and regulatory details for Saudi Riyal and Afghan Afghani.
🇦🇫 Target Currency
AFN: Afghan Afghani
Official monetary unit of Saudi Arabia overseen by Da Afghanistan Bank (DAB).
Exchanging Saudi Riyal (SAR) and Afghan Afghani (AFN) in Afghanistan
When converting between Saudi Riyal (SAR) and Afghan Afghani (AFN), understanding the local trading landscape ensures you avoid inflated retail spreads. In Afghanistan, foreign currency trading is concentrated at Sarai Shahzada in Kabul, alongside licensed Money Service Providers (MSPs) across major provinces including Herat, Mazar-i-Sharif, and Kandahar.
Cash Liquidity and Banknotes
Afghan Afghani banknotes circulate in denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100, 500, and 1,000 AFN. When converting foreign cash into AFN, inspect notes for tears or excessive markings, as local changers strictly discount blemished paper bills. Always request clean, newly issued banknotes.
Customs and Cross-Border Currency Regulations
Under Da Afghanistan Bank (DAB) and airport customs guidelines, travelers entering or exiting Afghanistan via Kabul International Airport (KBL) carrying the equivalent of $10,000 USD or more in physical currency or monetary instruments must complete an official customs declaration form.
Frequently Asked Questions: SAR to AFN
Common questions about SAR to AFN conversion, market spreads, and remittance guidelines.
What is the live exchange rate for 10,000 SAR in AFN?
At today's interbank rate (1 SAR = 17.6174 AFN), 10,000 SAR converts to approximately 176,173.84 AFN (inverse: 1 AFN = 0.0568 SAR). Commercial exchange counters typically charge a spread between 0.5% and 1.5%.
Can I exchange Afghan Afghani (AFN) directly in Kabul?
Yes. Licensed money changers in Sarai Shahzada (Kabul) handle high-volume cash transactions for major regional and international currencies. For rare currencies, exchanging via USD or EUR first offers better liquidity.
How is the SAR to AFN rate calculated?
The cross rate is determined by global interbank foreign exchange markets, central bank benchmark auctions from Da Afghanistan Bank (DAB), and monetary guidelines from Saudi Central Bank (SAMA).
What are the customs cash declaration rules in Afghanistan?
Travelers entering or departing Afghanistan must declare cash, traveler cheques, or gold instruments equal to or exceeding 10,000 USD (or equivalent foreign currency) at airport customs.
Where to exchange currency in Afghanistan
Find licensed money changers and regional currency trading centers.
Sarai Shahzada (Kabul) →
Afghanistan's central financial exchange hub
Herat Money Market →
Cross-border trade and regional remittance counters
Mazar-i-Sharif Trade Center →
Northern commercial currency dealers
Kandahar Currency Hub →
Southern liquidity and licensed dealers
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