Take in the treasures of the Middle East with a trip to Saudi Arabia. Head out into the desert to discover the historic site, AlUla. Dive under the waters of the Red Sea. Enjoy some traditional Saudi cuisine. Or trek to the “Edge of the World”.

However you spend your time in Saudi Arabia, you’ll need currency in your pocket to make the most of your trip. Buy Saudi Riyals online with award-winning Asda Travel Money or visit one of our exchange bureaux for same-day service. Subject to availability.

Click & Collect your Saudi Riyal from a store near you

Changing pounds to Saudi Riyal is simple with Click & Collect. Just buy your Saudi Riyal online at Asda Travel Money and select Click & Collect. Then pick up your currency at a time that suits you from one of our selected Asda stores.

Pound (GBP) to Riyal (SAR) Exchange Rate Price Promise

When you buy Saudi Riyal with us at Asda Travel Money, we’ll beat the exchange rate of any competitors within 5 miles. That’s our Price Promise.

You can also get free home delivery on orders over £500, and we’ll deliver your currency right to your door. Choose next day home delivery from £4.99 (for orders placed before 2pm) or FREE home delivery for orders of £500 or more. The minimum order available for home delivery is £350.

If you make it back home with unused currency, don’t worry. Just take out our Buy Back Promise for £2.99 when you buy your travel money. After your trip, we’ll buy back any leftover currency (banknotes only) at the original transaction exchange rate, up to a maximum value of £250. T&C’s apply.

Should I buy Saudi Riyal Now or Wait?

Ordering your Saudi Riyal in plenty of time before your trip means that’s one less thing you need to worry about.

Buying Riyal before you travel ensures you have cash in your pocket when you land to pay for things like taxis at the airport, without having to look for an ATM.

If you don’t have a Saudi Arabian bank account, you’ll likely be charged an ATM fee for taking cash out [1]. Your bank will likely charge you a foreign transaction fee for using an ATM abroad too. Plus, you’ll have to accept the ATM’s exchange rate, which gives you less control over how much money you’ll get.

Just like organising your travel insurance, buying your Saudi Riyal as early as possible once you’ve booked your trip saves you hassle while you’re on holiday. And it means you can get a competitive pound to Saudi Riyal exchange rate before you fly.

What countries use the Saudi Riyal?

The Saudi Riyal (SAR) is the official currency of Saudi Arabi. The Sudi Riyal is only used in Saudi Arabia [2].

Riyal Coins and Banknotes

The Saudi Riyal is subdivided into 100 halalas and is issued by the Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency [3].

How much do things cost in Saudi Arabia?

When on holiday in Saudi Arabia, you can expect to spend:

Common Riyal Questions

Can I buy Saudi currency in the UK?

Yes, you can buy Saudi currency in the UK before you travel. In fact, we recommend it so you can get an competitive exchange rate. You can buy Saudi Riyal with us online for Click & Collect or home delivery.  Or you can visit an Asda Travel Money bureau to buy your currency in person.

How much is a meal in Saudi Arabia?

The exact cost of your meal depends on where you go and what you order. For a three-course meal for two people at an inexpensive restaurant, you can expect to pay around 172 Riyal.

How much cash can I take to Saudi?

When you’re travelling into Saudi Arabia, you must declare currency over 60,000 Riyals [11]– at the time of writing that’s around £12,700[12].

Planning another trip elsewhere in the Middle East? You can also buy UAE Dirham from Asda Money, and Turkish Lira. For trips a little closer to home, you can purchase Euros and currency for the likes of Poland, Iceland, Sweden, Norway and Denmark.

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[2] investopedia.com

[3] [4] [5] visitsaudi.com

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[9] viator.com

[10] skyscanner.com.sa

[11] kpmg.com

[12] xe.com