Exchange your pounds to riyals with Sainsbury’s Bank
Whether you’re planning on snorkelling across the Red Sea or sandboarding in the golden desert, don’t leave buying your Saudi riyals to the last minute.
Exchange pounds to riyals and get your Saudi Arabian currency sorted in time for your adventure.
Why buy Saudi currency from us?
- Better Pound to SAR exchange rates for Nectar members*
- 0% commission on SAR currency
- Buy Saudi riyals online for collection at an instore travel money bureau
- FREE home delivery on cash orders of £400 or more**
Pound to riyal exchange rate – how much will I get?
At Sainsbury’s Bank, we want to make your trip as easy as possible. Converting pounds to riyals is fast and straightforward. And if you’re planning to travel elsewhere after your stay in Saudi Arabia, we also offer 50 different currencies.
All you need to do is visit our online currency converter to find out the current rate of sterling to Saudi riyal. Rates may vary depending on how you buy your currency, but they’re competitive all the same.
There’s no commission fee when you buy currency with us. Plus, you’ll get an even better pound to riyal rate if you’re a Nectar member*. It’s a win-win.
How to order your Saudi Arabian currency
Order online
It’s never been easier to buy Saudi currency. You can place your order at home or on the go. Your currency can be delivered to your door, or you can arrange to collect instore.
Visit us
Combine your weekly shop with an instore visit and buy riyals directly. Just head to your local Sainsbury’s with a travel money bureau and speak to our friendly team. They’ll get you set up with Saudi riyal in no time.
Order by phone
You can also buy your Saudi riyal over the phone if that’s easier. You can order your SAR currency over the phone and arrange for home delivery or opt to pay and collect instore.
Are you a Nectar member?
If you’re a Nectar member, you can look forward to better exchange rates when you buy Saudi currency from us*.
Just provide your Nectar card number when you place your Saudi riyal order and we’ll do the rest. Rates may vary depending on whether you buy online, instore or by phone.
Non-Nectar members shouldn’t miss out! Download the Nectar app or register at nectar.com to make the most of the improved exchange rate.
Buying Saudi riyals: FAQs
What is the currency in Saudi Arabia?
The Saudi riyal is the national currency in Saudi Arabia, which is often abbreviated as SAR.
Can I buy Saudi riyals in the UK?
With Sainsbury’s Bank you can buy Saudi riyals online, by phone, or instore. If you’re a Nectar member, you’ll also get better rates.
Should I take cash to Saudi Arabia?
It’s worth taking cash when you travel to Saudi Arabia. While many establishments accept card and contactless payments, local merchants may still require cash.
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Buy back
Worried about having left over Saudi riyals when you return from your trip? We’ll buy them back for a great exchange rate.
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Terms and conditions
*Nectar members receive better exchange rates on single purchase transactions of all available foreign currencies. Excludes travel money card home delivery orders and online reloads. Exchange rates may vary depending on whether you buy instore, online or by phone. You need to tell us your Nectar card number at the time of your transaction.
**You can order currency for a secure home delivery by 1pm on the day of your choice by Royal Mail (Mon- Sat). For next day delivery your order needs to be confirmed before 2pm (Mon- Fri). Please note that whilst Royal Mail make every effort to delivery on schedule, we cannot guarantee this as it is beyond our control. Highlands and Islands (including Channel Islands) are not guaranteed next day delivery. Delivery is free on all cash orders £400 or more (£4.99 for orders between £100 and £399.99). The minimum order for home delivery is £100. The delivery day quoted is dependent on the order day being a working day; if one of those days is a public holiday then additional day(s) will be added accordingly. All home delivery orders are sent via Royal Mail Special Delivery, unless we advise you otherwise, to your billing address, and a signature will be required upon delivery. A valid telephone number is required for home delivery.
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