The British Pound Sterling (GBP) experienced an increase of Rs2.74 in Pakistan's open market, with its buying rate now standing at Rs349.81 on Wednesday, January 8.
The selling rate of the UK Pound also increased, reaching Rs355.66 in the open market.
GBP to PKR Rate – 08 January 2025
| Date | Latest Exchange Rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| January 08, 2025 | Rs. 349.81 | +Rs2.74 |
| January 07, 2025 | Rs. 347.07 |
The British Pound Sterling (GBP) is the official currency of the United Kingdom, represented by the pound sign (£) and often referred to as “sterling.”
With over 1.5 million Pakistani expatriates living in the United Kingdom, remittances sent to their families in Pakistan significantly impact the local economy. These expatriates closely monitor the GBP to PKR exchange rate for financial planning.
As of January 8, the British Pound rate stands at Rs349.81 in the open market. This means 500 UK Pounds are equal to Rs174,905 in Pakistani currency.
At the current exchange rate of Rs349.81, 1,000 UK Pounds will amount to Rs349,810 in Pakistani currency.
Individuals carrying British Pounds can visit banks or exchange companies in Pakistan to convert GBP into PKR efficiently.
