The Commonwealth Bank AUD to ZAR rate is 11.30. This is -4.8% below the mid-rate. Compare Commonwealth Bank currency conversion rates - Reduce FX costs.
The Commonwealth Bank AUD to ZAR exchange rate is 11.30. This is -4.8% compared to the latest AUD-ZAR mid-market rate 11.87.
As exchange rates can vary significantly between banks and also between currency exchange providers, it's therefore important to carefully compare Australian dollar (AUD) to South African rand (ZAR) rates from different sources before making a conversion.
Looking at our comparison table the best AUD to ZAR exchange rate is 11.81 from OFX, -0.51% from the mid-market rate 11.87. The next best rate is 11.8 from XE, -0.59% from the mid-rate. Then Wise with 11.79 is -0.67% from the mid-rate.
The Western Union rate is 11.76 which is -0.93% from the mid-rate.
Among the banks, the Commonwealth Bank rate is 11.30 at -4.8%, the ANZ Bank rate is 11.3682 at -4.2%, and the ING Bank rate is 11.4 at -4% compared to the mid-rate 11.87.
It's important to note that exchange rates also fluctuate frequently due to market conditions. Additionally, banks like Commonwealth Bank often apply a margin to the exchange rate, resulting in a less favorable rate for customers compared to the mid-market rate. For more competitive rates, you might consider using a specialized currency exchange service or platforms that offer rates closer to the mid-market rate.
The table below shows Commonwealth Bank Australian dollar (AUD) Send Money exchange rates with the percentage of margin being charged from the current market mid-rate :
| Currency route | Mid market rate | Commonwealth Bank Send Money Rate | Cost% |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUD - AED | 2.3754 | 2.2579 | -4.9% |
| AUD - CAD | 0.8911 | 0.8509 | -4.5% |
| AUD - CHF | 0.5334 | 0.5070 | -4.9% |
| AUD - CZK | 14.18 | 13.49 | -4.9% |
| AUD - DKK | 4.2480 | 4.0395 | -4.9% |
| AUD - EUR | 0.5692 | 0.5442 | -4.4% |
| AUD - FJD | 1.4553 | 1.4207 | -2.4% |
| AUD - GBP | 0.4858 | 0.4641 | -4.5% |
| AUD - HKD | 5.0120 | 4.7848 | -4.5% |
| AUD - HUF | 230.07 | 218.82 | -4.9% |
| AUD - IDR | 10,633 | 10017.22 | - |
| AUD - ILS | 2.3265 | 2.2070 | -5.1% |
| AUD - INR | 54.66 | 51.04 | -6.6% |
| AUD - JPY | 93.19 | 87.96 | -5.6% |
| AUD - KRW | 902.65 | 855.04 | -5.3% |
| AUD - KWD | 0.1983 | 0.1861 | -6.2% |
| AUD - LKR | 194.23 | 180.75 | -6.9% |
| AUD - MUR | 29.12 | 27.88 | -4.3% |
| AUD - NOK | 6.6901 | 6.3586 | -5% |
| AUD - NZD | 1.0822 | 1.0376 | -4.1% |
| AUD - OMR | 0.2490 | 0.2367 | -4.9% |
| AUD - PGK | 2.6245 | 2.4916 | -5.1% |
| AUD - PHP | 35.93 | 33.51 | -6.7% |
| AUD - PLN | 2.4302 | 2.3142 | -4.8% |
| AUD - SAR | 2.4253 | 2.3048 | -5% |
| AUD - SBD | 5.3872 | 5.0813 | -5.7% |
| AUD - SEK | 6.2136 | 5.9159 | -4.8% |
| AUD - SGD | 0.8365 | 0.7987 | -4.5% |
| AUD - THB | 21.35 | 20.29 | -5% |
| AUD - TRY | 24.93 | 23.45 | -5.9% |
| AUD - USD | 0.6467 | 0.6188 | -4.3% |
| AUD - VND | 16,818 | 15591.61 | - |
| AUD - VUV | 76.78 | 72.89 | -5.1% |
| AUD - XPF | 67.93 | 63.48 | -6.6% |
| AUD - ZAR | 11.87 | 11.30 | -4.8% |
The Commonwealth Bank Aussie to Rand comparison table above makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by Commonwealth Bank and other foreign exchange providers against the latest AUD-ZAR mid-rate (see Market Data below ) and the possible savings of using various providers.
CBA, or Commonwealth Bank of Australia, is one of the largest and most well-known banks in Australia, offering a wide range of financial products and services to individuals, businesses, and institutions. The bank provides a range of personal banking services, including savings and transaction accounts, credit cards, personal loans, and mortgages. The bank also offers investment and retirement planning services, insurance, and wealth management services.
CBA Exchange Rates – Are you getting a good deal?
If you are a CBA customer and looking to send money overseas through an International Money Transfer (IMT) or get some travel money, you might be curious as to how the exchange rates you receive from CBA compare to other FX specialist providers.
With BER, you can easily view the exchange rate margins or markups provided by CBA for a range of different currencies. The exchange rate margin is the difference between the rate at which CBA buys and sells a particular currency. For example, at the time of writing, CBA exchange rate margins range from 4% to 8% for the different currencies.
Commonwealth Bank does allow you to request a real-time FX rate request, prior to scheduling an international wire. So you can check the rate and compare to the best rates from our BER partner brokers to check for a better deal.
Australian dollar (AUD) to South African rand (ZAR) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.
| Date | AUD/ZAR | Change | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
18 Apr 2025 | 12.02 | 1.4% ▼ | 2 Week |
01 Feb 2025 | 11.62 | 2% ▲ | 3 Month |
02 May 2024 | 12.19 | 2.8% ▼ | 1 Year |
03 May 2020 | 12.06 | 1.7% ▼ | 5 Year |
05 May 2015 | 9.5140 | 24.6% ▲ | 10 Year |
07 May 2005 | 4.6761 | 153.4% ▲ | 20 Year |
Here are some popular conversion amounts for AUD to ZAR (Australian dollar to South African rand)*.
*Converted at the current AUDZAR interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.
The recent exchange rate forecasts for the Australian dollar (AUD) to South African rand (ZAR) reflect a complex interplay of both domestic and global factors. Analysts note a brief appreciation of the AUD following stronger-than-expected inflation data, which tempered expectations for further interest rate cuts by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). However, this strength proved fleeting as negative sentiment overshadowed the initial gains, particularly during the European trading session. Furthermore, upcoming trade figures from Australia could further impact the AUD's performance if they reveal a slump in export growth.
Read our full review of recent AUD to ZAR forecasts.
There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting Australian dollar to South African rand:
Generally speaking, if you are buying South African rand with Australian dollar, then it's better for the AUD/ZAR exchange rate to be higher.
However working against you are the fees all foreign exchange providers charge for providing their service. These fees is usually contained within the exchange rate margin (or difference to the mid-rate).
The transaction margin you end up being charged can be considerably reduced by around a few percent (of total amount being exchanged) for travel money and possibly over 5% to 6% when sending money. The exact potential savings depends on the currencies being exchanged and the amount you are transferring and if you are willing to shop around.
Our real-time foreign transfer and travel money/cards comparison calculators make shopping around easy and help you calculate how much you can save.
Read our Currency guide to South Africa — a practical currency and money guide to travel in South Africa plus living and doing business with the South African rand.
It's worth noting that while these tips can help you save on exchange rates, it's important to be aware that no single method is guaranteed to provide the best exchange rate in every situation, and it may require some research and comparison-shopping to find the best option for your specific needs.
It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.
To help with this you can add AUD/ZAR to your personalised Rate Tracker to track and benefit from currency movements.
Rather than requiring you to set a target rate, our Rate Alerts keep you informed of recent trends and movements of currency pairs.
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