Saudi Riyal (SAR) to Sri Lankan Rupee
Live SAR→LKR rate, conversion calculator, and Saudi Arabia remittance guide.
Saudi Arabia · Saudi Riyal
Saudi Arabia accounts for ~9.4% of Sri Lanka's remittance inflows (CBSL 2025).
Convert SAR to LKR
Mid-market (indicative) · 1000 SAR =
Indicative rates — confirm the offered rate with your bank or remittance provider before sending.
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Today's rates
| Rate | LKR per SAR |
|---|---|
| Mid-market (indicative) | Rs. 87.72 |
| Best bank buy — you receive | Rs. 86.66 |
| Best bank sell | Rs. 88.36 |
Source: fx_rates (CBSL-aligned daily feed + published bank TT rates) · effective 2026-09-13 · updated today.
Sri Lankan bank rates — SAR to LKR
Published telegraphic-transfer rates. Sending SAR home? The buy column is what the bank pays you per SAR — higher is better.
| Bank | Buy (you receive) | Sell | vs mid | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amana Bank | Rs. 86.66 | Rs. 88.36 | -1.2% | 2026-09-13 |
| People's Bank | Rs. 86.62 | Rs. 88.37 | -1.3% | 2026-09-13 |
| Nations Trust Bank | Rs. 84.24 | Rs. 90.77 | -4.0% | 2026-09-13 |
| Bank of Ceylon | Rs. 77.13 | Rs. 92.91 | -12.1% | 2026-09-05 |
Remittance services (Wise, Remitly, exchange houses) quote their own rates — compare the offered rate against this table plus their fee.
SAR/LKR — recent history
Sending money from Saudi Arabia to Sri Lanka
Saudi Arabia is the #3 corridor — about 9.4% of 2025 remittances (CBSL). The SAR is pegged to the USD (3.75:1), so SAR→LKR moves track USD→LKR almost exactly.
Common channels
Senders mostly use STC Pay, Al Rajhi, SNB QuickPay, Tahweel, and exchange houses. Bank apps with direct LK credit are common and competitive.
Typical timing
Typically same-day; weekend transfers may settle Sunday.
SAR to LKR — frequently asked
What is the SAR to LKR rate today?
As of today, the indicative mid-market rate is Rs. 87.72 per 1 SAR. Bank buying and selling rates differ by a 1–3% spread — check the rate table above and confirm with your provider before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money from Saudi Arabia to Sri Lanka?
Senders mostly use STC Pay, Al Rajhi, SNB QuickPay, Tahweel, and exchange houses. Bank apps with direct LK credit are common and competitive. Compare the offered SAR/LKR rate against the mid-market rate on this page — the gap plus the fee is your true cost.
How long does a Saudi Arabia to Sri Lanka transfer take?
Typically same-day; weekend transfers may settle Sunday. Delays can occur over weekends, Saudi Arabia public holidays, or if extra verification is required.
Is there a limit on how much SAR I can send to Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka has no cap on inbound remittances through official channels, but providers set per-transfer limits and large amounts may require source-of-funds documentation. Inward remittances should use licensed channels to remain compliant with exchange regulations.
Should I send SAR now or wait for a better rate?
Exchange rates move daily. If the current rate is near a recent high (see the history chart on this page), sending now locks that in. You can also split larger amounts across multiple transfers to average out rate movements.