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ZAR to RUB

South African Rand to Russian Ruble · Live exchange rate

1 ZAR =
5.0499 RUB
1 RUB =
0.198024 ZAR
Updated 2026-10-20
Mid-market rate

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ZAR to RUB

Historical exchange-rate trend & past data

▼ 3.03%
90-day high
5.441
90-day low
4.6449
90-day average
5.1146
Change
+4.89%

ZAR to RUB — Rate Analysis

The current ZAR/RUB exchange rate is 5.0499 Russian Ruble (RUB) per 1 South African Rand (ZAR). Conversely, 1 RUB equals 0.198024 ZAR. This mid-market rate was last updated on 2026-10-20 and reflects the midpoint between buy and sell prices in the global foreign exchange market.

Over the past 90 days, the ZAR/RUB rate has risen by 4.89%, moving from 4.7957 to 5.0301 RUB. The current rate sits -0.064752 above the 90-day average of 5.1146, indicating relative strength in ZAR against RUB during this period.

The 90-day high reached 5.441 RUB and the 90-day low dipped to 4.6449 RUB. The current rate of 5.0499 is 0.391126 RUB below the 90-day high and 0.404977 RUB above the 90-day low, placing it 51% of the way between the low and high.

About the ZAR/RUB exchange rate

The ZAR/RUB exchange rate tells you how many Russian Ruble (RUB) you receive for one South African Rand (ZAR). On this page you can see the live rate, a 90-day historical chart, past data including the high, low and average, and convert any amount between the two currencies.

South African Rand (ZAR) is the currency of South Africa. Russian Ruble (RUB) is the currency of Russia, issued by the Bank of Russia.

Exchange rates fluctuate based on supply and demand, interest-rate differentials, inflation, trade balances and geopolitical events. The mid-market rate shown here is a fair reference rate; banks and transfer services typically apply a margin or fee on top.

About South African Rand (ZAR) and Russian Ruble (RUB)

ZAR flag

South African Rand (ZAR)

ISO Code
ZAR
Symbol
R
Country / Region
South Africa
Decimals
2
RUB flag

Russian Ruble (RUB)

ISO Code
RUB
Symbol
₽
Country / Region
Russia
Decimals
2
Issuing Authority
Bank of Russia

ZAR/RUB past data

Recent sampled historical rates

Date1 ZAR = RUB1 RUB = ZAR
2026-10-215.03010.198804
2026-10-185.10570.195859
2026-10-155.0490.198058
2026-10-125.16120.193753
2026-10-095.14640.194309
2026-10-065.09580.196239
2026-10-035.02670.198938
2026-09-305.10830.195761
2026-09-275.17720.193153
2026-09-245.17940.193074
2026-09-215.18720.192782
2026-09-185.20490.192125

ZAR to RUB — Frequently Asked Questions

Quick stats

Live rate
5.0499
Inverse
0.198024
90d high
5.441
90d low
4.6449
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