The Saudi riyal exchange rate against the Egyptian pound witnessed a noticeable fluctuation, tending towards relative stability at the start of trading on Monday, January 12, 2026. This stability comes amid close monitoring by investors and citizens of the foreign exchange market in Egypt, as the Saudi currency is one of the most influential currencies in the Egyptian economy due to the large volume of trade between the two countries, in addition to remittances from Egyptians working in the Kingdom, which constitute a major source of foreign currency.
The economic context and the importance of exchange rate stability
The stability of the Saudi riyal's exchange rate in Egyptian banks reflects the success of the monetary policies pursued by the Central Bank of Egypt in managing the foreign exchange market according to supply and demand mechanisms. Monitoring the riyal's exchange rate is of particular importance to Egyptian citizens, especially those wishing to perform Umrah or Hajj, as well as families who rely on remittances from relatives abroad. Experts indicate that price stability at these levels enhances investor confidence and contributes to controlling the prices of goods imported from Saudi Arabia.
Details of the Saudi Riyal exchange rate in Egyptian banks today
Below is a complete list of buying and selling prices for the Saudi Riyal in the most prominent banks operating in the Egyptian banking sector, according to the latest updates issued this morning, Monday:
The price of the Egyptian riyal at the Central Bank of Egypt
The average price of the Saudi riyal at the Central Bank of Egypt, which is the main indicator of exchange rates, recorded about 12.57 Egyptian pounds for buying and 12.61 Egyptian pounds for selling , reflecting a balance in the official market.
The price of the Saudi Riyal at the National Bank of Egypt and Banque Misr
In the two largest government banks in terms of assets and reach, the price of the riyal remained stable at identical levels, recording 12.53 Egyptian pounds for buying and 12.60 Egyptian pounds for selling , thus facilitating exchange operations for a wide segment of customers.
Riyal exchange rates in private and investment banks
Private banks experienced slight variations in prices, which were as follows:
- Commercial International Bank (CIB): Recorded 12.55 Egyptian pounds for buying and 12.60 Egyptian pounds for selling.
- Bank of Alexandria: The price reached 12.54 pounds for buying and 12.59 pounds for selling.
- Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank: It recorded one of the highest buying prices at 12.57 pounds, while the selling price was 12.60 pounds.
- Suez Canal Bank: Recorded 12.52 pounds for buying and 12.61 pounds for selling.
- National Bank of Kuwait: Recorded 12.49 Egyptian pounds for buying and 12.62 Egyptian pounds for selling.
- Faisal Islamic Bank: Recorded 12.52 pounds for buying and 12.59 pounds for selling.
- Cairo Bank: The price stabilized at 12.53 Egyptian pounds for buying and 12.60 Egyptian pounds for selling.
This slight variation between banks demonstrates the banking sector's flexibility and ability to meet market needs, and experts always advise following the official bank screens to get the most accurate prices moment by moment.
