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Find the best ways to transfer money from South Africa to Gambia

Compare the best deals on transfers from South Africa to Gambia. Explore the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best ZAR to GMD exchange rates.

Read on for the insights and in-depth analysis, and all you need to send money to Gambia from South Africa.

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Overall best way: Airwallex

Airwallex is our recommended company for ZAR to GMD transfers.

Airwallex scored the highest of the 5 money transfer companies supporting ZAR to GMD transfers.

In total, Airwallex appeared in 100% of South Africa to Gambia searches.

For a great mix of cost, speed & features, we advise using Airwallex for your South Africa to Gambia transfer.

Getting the best deal on your South Africa to Gambia transfer

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from South Africa to Gambia
Airwallex
Total number of ZA - GM providers
5
Average cheapest fees & rate
Airwallex
Average fastest transfer
Airwallex
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Airwallex

Sending money from South Africa to Gambia considerations

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Compare providers

A comparison of providers offering services between South Africa and Gambia is the easiest way to ensure the best deal.

We've compared 5 providers that offer services for sending Rand to Gambia.

This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Gambia from South Africa.

Whilst we rate Airwallex as the best overall, comparing gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from South Africa to Gambia.

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Get the most from the Rand-Dalasi exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulations in South Africa and Gambia
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Consider transfer limits
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How to receive money
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to transfer money from South Africa to Gambia: Airwallex

Airwallex is the cheapest way to send money to Gambia from South Africa out of the 5 companies compared.

Data collected over the past six months shows that Airwallex is 0.5% cheaper than the second-best option.

This includes an average transfer fee of 0* ZAR an exchange rate for buying Dalasi with Rands that is 0% different to the mid-market rate.

If you want to secure the best rates on transfers from South Africa to Gambia, Airwallex will result in the most Dalasi received.

*The most common fee applied to ZAR-GMD by Airwallex, based on data from the past six months.

Fastest way to send money from South Africa to Gambia: Airwallex.

Airwallex is the quickest way to send Rand to Gambia of the 5 companies offering the service.

Data from the last six months shows Airwallex to be the quickest way to send money from South Africa to Dalasi in 80% of searches. For fast transfers between ZAR and GMD, Airwallex comes highly recommended.

Using Airwallex for fast transfers from South Africa to Gambia has an average fee of 0 ZAR.

Within our comparison we looked at the 5 money transfer providers offering transfers from South Africa to Gambia. Within this we looked at overall speed of sending money from South Africa to Gambia after depositing Rand to a money transfer account.

When faster money transfers are a priority, Airwallex is our recommended choice for sending into Gambia from South Africa.

Transferring large sums of money

For transfers of larger amounts of Dalasis to Gambia picking a provider with a competitive exchange rate and hands on management can make a huge difference.

Of the
5 money transfer companies tested, Airwallex is the strongest option for large transfers from South Africa to Gambia.

Reasons for sending large sums of money vary and include business or property purchases. But whatever the reason, sending large amounts of money from South Africa to Gambia can become expensive through your bank or with the wrong provider.

Airwallex is our choice for sending large sums of money to ZAR because they offer a strong all-round product.

Understanding the cost of sending money from South Africa to Gambia

Ensuring a strong combination of fees and exchange rates ensures the best deal on money transfers from South Africa to Gambia.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Finding a provider as close to mid-market rate as possible will ensure more Dalasi for your Rand. The current ZAR-GMD mid-market rate is 3.9144 GMD per Rand.

  • This rate changes regularly so it can pay to track it. For comparison, the ZAR-GMD mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 3.918 GMD per Rand, with a low of 3.9106 and a high of 3.9406.

  • Airwallex is currently offering the best exchange rate from the 5 companies compared.

  • Often the ZAR-GMD exchange rate you pay is the biggest cost factor when transferring Rands to Gambia.

Fees: Money transfer fees are charged on top the exchange rate and can be set, or a percentage of the total amount of Rand you’re sending to Gambia. Airwallex currently has the lowest fees for transfers into GMD at an average of 0 ZAR over the last 6 months. We always recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

Amount Received: The amount received in Dalasi is the biggest indicator of the total cost of sending money to Gambia from South Africa. The bigger the amount received in Gambia, the lower the overall cost of sending from South Africa.

How to find the best exchange rate for Rand to Dalasi

Timing is essential for sending money between ZAR and GMD. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much GMD you get for your ZAR.

Mid-market Rate
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= 3.914398 GMD

Let's dive into some interesting recent trends.

  • Over the past six months, the exchange rate from ZAR to GMD has seen some fluctuation. On average, it stood at 3.918.

  • During this period, the highest value recorded was 3.9406, while the lowest was 3.9106.

  • Airwallex, which is our recommended service to send money online from South Africa to Gambia offers an exchange rate that is only 0% above the mid-market rate.

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Payment options for South Africa to
Gambia money transfers

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are usually the best and easiest way to send money from South Africa to Gambia.

    By using a money transfer company such as Airwallex for transfers from South Africa to Gambia, 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.


    Airwallex is the cheapest money transfer company for bank transfers from the 5 we compared for transfers from ZAR into Gambia.

    With an average fee of 0 ZAR to send money from South Africa to Gambia, Airwallex offers a strong combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from South Africa to Gambia with a debit or a prepaid card is available through .


    is a one of the cheaper options for debit card payments for transfers from South Africa to Gambia. This cost is against a total of 5 money transfer companies offering this option.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to international credit card transfers from South Africa to Gambia, emerges as our top choice of the 5 companies offering this service.

    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.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Gambia and South Africa.


Our comparison engine and algorithms evaluate providers based on over 25 factors, including transfer fees, ease of use, exchange rates, mobile apps, transfer times & customer support.

We also consider how these services are rated on platforms like TrustPilot, AppStore, and Google Play, giving you a comprehensive view of what to expect.

This thorough analysis helps you get the best available deal - every time you want to move money from South Africa to Gambia.


We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send ZAR to GMD.


For a deeper understanding of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we invite you to read our editorial policy document.

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Contributors

Keith Hodges
Keith is an experienced Content Specialist with a rich background in both marketing and journalism within the financial sector. At MoneyTransfers.com, Keith plays a pivotal role in driving the business forward and broadening its reach in various international money transfer markets. His expertise is a key factor in the company's expansion and success.
Luke Eales
Luke is CEO at MoneyTransfers.com, with 10 years' experience building consumer products in finance, insurance & travel. Luke focuses on the payments sector and foreign exchange markets, as well as personal finance more broadly.