Compare the real cost of sending UAE Dirham to Pakistani Rupee. Ranked by net amount received on د.إ1,000.00 after every flat fee, transfer fee and FX margin. Mid-market rate as of 2026-07-28: 1 AED = 75.6594 PKR.
| Provider | Rate (after margin) | Flat fee | FX margin | Total deductions | Recipient gets ↑ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RevolutBest | 75.6594 | — | 0% | ₨0 | ₨75,659 |
| InstaReM | 75.4702 | — | 0.25% | ₨378 | ₨75,282 |
| XE Money Transfer | 75.2811 | — | 0.50% | ₨378 | ₨75,281 |
| OFX | 74.9028 | — | 1.00% | ₨757 | ₨74,903 |
| TransferGo | 75.0541 | $1.00 | 0.80% | ₨881 | ₨74,778 |
| Paysend | 75.2811 | $2.00 | 0.50% | ₨931 | ₨74,728 |
| Wise (TransferWise) | 74.6428 | $1.00 | 0% | ₨1,017 | ₨74,643 |
| Remitly | 74.5245 | $2.99 | 1.50% | ₨1,953 | ₨73,706 |
| Skrill | 74.5245 | — | 1.50% | ₨2,215 | ₨73,444 |
| Ria Money Transfer | 74.1462 | $2.99 | 2.00% | ₨2,327 | ₨73,332 |
| WorldRemit | 74.1462 | $3.99 | 2.00% | ₨2,600 | ₨73,060 |
| Western Union | 74.1462 | $5.00 | 2.00% | ₨2,875 | ₨72,785 |
| MoneyGram | 73.7679 | $5.00 | 2.50% | ₨3,246 | ₨72,413 |
| PayPal / Xoom | 73.3896 | $4.99 | 3.00% | ₨3,615 | ₨72,045 |
Sending د.إ1,000.00. Effective rate = mid-market minus the provider's FX margin. Indicative only — verify before sending. Open the live comparator →
Transfers from the UAE to Pakistan are most commonly sent for expat remittances to family. On a د.إ1,000.00 transfer, the choice of provider can make a difference of ₨3,615 — money that disappears into fees and FX margin when you pick the wrong service.
The advertised exchange rate is rarely what you get. Most banks and transfer services quote a rate that includes a hidden FX margin of 0.5–4% above the mid-market AED/PKR rate. That margin is often the largest single cost on a transfer, which is why FX Skipper deducts it before ranking and shows you what actually arrives in Pakistan.
Right now, Revolut gives the best net result on د.إ1,000.00: your recipient receives about ₨75,659 (0.00% total cost). Always check the live comparator before sending — rates move daily.
Total cost ranges from about ₨0 with the cheapest provider to ₨3,615 with the most expensive — a difference of roughly ₨3,615 on a single transfer.
The mid-market rate is approximately 1 AED = 75.6594 PKR as of 2026-07-28. Providers add an FX margin on top — the table shows each provider's effective rate after that margin is deducted.
Transfer times vary by provider and delivery method. Online services like Wise, Paysend and Revolut can deliver in minutes for bank transfers in many corridors. Cash pickup via Western Union or MoneyGram is also available in most corridors in minutes. Bank deposit typically takes 1–3 business days.
Yes, when you use a licensed and regulated provider. All providers listed are established international services regulated in multiple jurisdictions. Always confirm the provider holds a valid licence in the UAE and that the receiving method suits your recipient in Pakistan.
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