KARACHI – April 29, 2025: The exchange rate for the Omani Rial (OMR) against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) remained stable in the open market on Tuesday. The buying rate stood at Rs727.40, while the selling rate was recorded at Rs735.90.
💱 Omani Rial to PKR – Exchange Rate Today
The Omani Rial, the official currency of Oman (abbreviated as OMR), is subdivided into 1,000 baisa. As per today’s rates:
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1 OMR = Rs727.40 (buying)
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1 OMR = Rs735.90 (selling)
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1,000 OMR = Rs727,400 (approximate in PKR)
Oman remains a key destination for overseas Pakistani workers, with over 360,000 Pakistanis currently employed there—making it the third-largest Gulf employer of Pakistani expatriates after Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
📈 Record-Breaking Remittances in March 2025
According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), overseas remittances reached an all-time high of $4.1 billion in March 2025. This marks:
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A 37.3% year-on-year increase from March 2024
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A 29.8% month-on-month rise from February 2025
This historic surge reflects strong financial contributions from the Pakistani diaspora, particularly from Gulf countries like Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
🇦🇪 UAE Dirham to PKR Exchange Rate
Meanwhile, the UAE Dirham (AED) also saw a slight uptick in value amid ongoing global tariff adjustments:
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Buying Rate: Rs76.52
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Selling Rate: Rs77.05
These figures indicate stable performance of Gulf currencies in Pakistan’s open market.
💡 Note: Currency exchange rates may vary slightly depending on the city and the financial institution. For real-time updates, consult your local exchange dealer or bank.
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