SAR to EGP - Saudi Riyal to Egyptian Pound Converter

Convert Saudi Riyal to Egyptian Pound with real-time exchange rates

1 SAR = ~12.72 EGP (rates vary)

Quick Insight

SAR and EGP moves ride on oil, trade, and tourism cycles.

Use rate alerts and compare mid-market quotes for large transfers.

✈️ Travel budgeting💼 Quick invoice estimates💸 Remittance planning

Common SAR - EGP Conversions

Forex Market Hours

Sydney

22:00 - 07:00 UTC

Closed

Tokyo

00:00 - 09:00 UTC

Closed

London

08:00 - 17:00 UTC

Closed

New York

13:00 - 22:00 UTC

Active

Most volatile: London-NY overlap (13:00-17:00 GMT). Best spreads during high liquidity hours.

Upcoming High Impact Events

US Non-Farm Payrolls

First Friday of month

High Impact

USD pairs

ECB Rate Decision

Every 6 weeks

Medium Impact

EUR pairs

Tips & Recommendations

1Avoid airport exchange bureaus - markups can reach 10-15%
2Use ATMs with local bank cards for near mid-market rates
3Pay in local currency to avoid dynamic currency conversion (DCC)
4Notify your bank before travel to prevent card blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

Key drivers include oil prices, USD strength, central bank policy in SCB and CBE, inflation trends, trade balances, remittances, and regional risk sentiment. Rates adjust as these factors evolve.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

Saudi Arabia and Egypt engage in energy, food, and manufactured goods trade. The SAR→EGP rate affects pricing for imports and services, cross-border investments, and tourism-related payments in both economies.

Key Rate Factors

•Saudi Central Bank policy and interest rate decisions
•Inflation differentials between Saudi Arabia and Egypt
•Trade balance and energy market trends
•Political stability and regional risk sentiment
•Remittance flows and investment sentiment

Central Banks

Saudi Central Bank

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Sets monetary policy and maintains price stability for the Saudi economy.

Central Bank of Egypt

Cairo, Egypt

Manages inflation, monetary policy, and currency stability in Egypt.

Exchange rates fluctuate continuously. This converter provides indicative rates for informational purposes. For large transactions, consult with a licensed financial professional.

Rates sourced from European Central Bank reference rates. ECB Reference Rates