The UAE Dirham to Pakistani Rupee rate saw a minor dip in Pakistan’s open market on Tuesday, offering a slight relief to those keeping an eye on exchange trends.
According to a currency monitoring portal, the buying rate of the Dirham stood at Rs76.75, while the selling rate was recorded at Rs77.75, reflecting a difference of Re1 between the two.
This small change in the UAE Dirham to Pakistani Rupee rate directly impacts millions of Pakistanis who depend on remittances from their loved ones working in the United Arab Emirates. The UAE is home to over 1.5 million Pakistani workers, one of the largest overseas communities contributing significantly to Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves.
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For many families back home, the value of the rupee determines how far each Dirham can go. A weaker Pakistani Rupee means more money in hand for recipients, while a stronger rupee slightly reduces the converted value of remittances.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s remittance inflows have shown encouraging growth. As per the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), workers sent home $3.1 billion during August 2025, marking a 6.6% increase year-on-year.
In total, remittances for the first two months of the current fiscal year reached $6.4 billion, up 7% compared to $5.9 billion during the same period last year. The major sources of inflows included Saudi Arabia ($736.7 million), United Arab Emirates ($642.9 million), United Kingdom ($463.4 million), and United States ($267.3 million).
