How to send money to Nigeria from Netherlands with the best EUR-NGN rate

A comparison of providers offering services between the Netherlands and Nigeria is paramount. Based on your specific transfer amount, the best way to send money to Nigeria could change. Comparing ensures the best price for your needs.

At the moment, we found these providers to be the best for EUR/NGN

• Overall, we rated Wise as the best, but remember comparing for your specific transfer gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from the Netherlands to Nigeria. Transferring 7,000 EUR to NGN will cost you €46.96 in fees, and you will receive 10,966,890.93 NGN. The delivery time can take within minutes, but it depends on the day you make the transfer.

• We compared 6 money transfer companies and Xe offers the cheapest transfer service between the Netherlands and Nigeria. Xe fees are 0 EUR per transfer and you can expect an exchange rate between EUR-NGN that is -0.84% different to the mid-market rate.

• Fastest way to send money to Nigeria from the Netherlands is with Revolut.

For services allowing you to send Euro to Nigeria we've compared 6 providers.

This coverage of the market ensure you will get the best options for your transfer to Nigeria from the Netherlands.

A better exchange rate means more Euro being sent to Nigeria. This exchange rate determines the price you will pay when buying Naira.

Currently the mid-market rate between Euro and Naira is 1,556.9069.

The cost of sending money from Nigeria to Nigeria, is made-up of a combination of fees and exchange rates:

• The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The mid-market rate determines a mid-price for buying currency. The current mid-market rate from EUR-NGN is 1,556.9069 NGN per Euro.

• Fees: Outside of exchange rates, you may need to pay a fee to send. Xe currently offers the lowest fees on transfers to Nigeria from the Netherlands, costing 0 EUR per transfer. Although this does include large transfers as well, we recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

• Amount Received: The amount received in Naira is the amount you started with, minus the amount you paid in the exchange and fees.

The better deal you get on exchanging Euros to NGN, paired with a low fee, means a higher total amount received in Nigeria.

If you’re sending a large amount where this rate could make a significant difference, use a forward contract. This allows you to lock in an agreed exchange rate between the Netherlands and Nigeria.

A bank transfer through a money transfer company is the cheapest way to send money. Generally, it’s the payment method that will get you the best price on a transfer from the Netherlands to Nigeria at this moment.

Here are all the ways to send money from Netherlands to Nigeria:

Bank transfers

Bank transfers are usually the best and easiest way to send money from the Netherlands to Nigeria.

By using a money transfer company such as Xe for transfers from the Netherlands to Nigeria, you can send money via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get from a traditional bank.

Debit and prepaid cards

Sending money from the Netherlands to Nigeria with a debit or a prepaid card is available through Wise.


Wise is a one of the cheaper options for debit card payments for transfers from the Netherlands to Nigeria. This cost is against a total of 6 money transfer companies offering this option.

Credit cards

When it comes to international credit card transfers from the Netherlands to Nigeria, we recommend comparing your options to get the best deal.

Be aware of fees: using a credit card to transfer money often results in a fee being charged by your card issuer. Where possible, we recommend a bank transfer or debit card payment.

and have different financial regulators and ensuring you fully understand how these work will aid in keeping your money safe.

We’ve put together a directory of worldwide financial regulators which contains details on regulation for money transfers between Netherlands and Nigeria.

Transfer limits to the Netherlands and Nigeria will differ per company, this may impact the amount you can send and receive if you hit the limits.

Also, rates and fees for different EUR-NGN transfer amounts could change - that’s why it’s best to compare companies for your specific transfer amount. Then, for regular transfers to Nigeria, shopping around each time can make a huge difference if you feel you are hitting limits regularly.

For sending large or regular amounts of EUR to Nigeria we'd recommend using Wise. They offer a combination of rates and fees when sending from the Netherlands to Nigeria that is the most competitive.

There are different ways to receive money in Nigeria.

The most popular ways are direct bank deposit into Naira, cash pickup, a mobile wallet or receiving money into a multi-currency account.

Not all providers offering money transfers between the Netherlands and Nigeria will offer every method for incoming Naira.

Understanding where the money will eventually go after its left the Netherlands and entered Nigeria could impact the provider you use.

The most common (and generally easiest) way to send money from the Netherlands to Nigeria is directly into a bank account. Wise is the best company for sending money from the Netherlands to a bank account in Nigeria.

And if you need cash right away, check if cash pickup is an option for transfers between Netherlands and Nigeria.

Mobile wallets, P2P services and payment apps like PayPal, Xoom, and CashApp are popular because they offer convenience to those who already have them, but they come with more limitations and higher costs.

When sending Nairas to Nigeria, you will need to verify your ID at the sign up stage.

The documents you need will vary by money transfer company and in some cases you might need a couple of options.

For the most part however, in the Netherlands ID can be verified through a government issued ID such as a passport or driver's license.

In Nigeria, if the recipient needs an ID to collect money - both should be accepted. We’d recommend checking in advance before sending for any specific requirements on receiving money.

Large transactions between the Netherlands and Nigeria, are subject to additional checks such as proof of funds. This is for anti-money laundering purposes.

Wise is one of our recommended providers for transfers to Nigeria from the Netherlands due to the ease of sign up and ID verification.

When sending money between Netherlands and Nigeria there will be tax declarations to consider.

Some transfers into Naira may need to be reported to tax authorities in Nigeria, particularly where inheritance or property purchases are involved (or anywhere else there are additional legal requirements).

Depending on age and income in particular, tax limits and personal allowances will change in Nigeria.

When in doubt, please contact a tax professional in the Netherlands or Nigeria to discuss the personal circumstances of the transfer. This ensures you are not missing any specific tax declarations associated with your circumstances.