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Compare ways to send money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau

Compare the best ways to send money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau. Explore the fastest, cheapest, and most reliable providers with the best ZAR to XOF exchange rates.

Read on for the best deals, expert information, and all you need to send money to Guinea-Bissau from South Africa.

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How to send money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau

Sending money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau doesn’t have a huge amount of options. Because of this, we would recommend sending money via:

Getting the best deal on your South Africa to Guinea-Bissau transfer

Sending money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau: key insights and tips

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Compare all the options

Don't settle for the first option. Always compare ways to send money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau to find out about fees, speed, and reliability.

Your analysis should include all the providers that operate between South Africa and Guinea-Bissau. Through this, you get a comprehensive view of all the options you have in South Africa when you need to send money to Guinea-Bissau.

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Think about the Rand-CFA Franc BCEAO exchange rate
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Keep your money safe
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Consider transfer limits
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How to receive money in Guinea-Bissau
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Have your ID ready
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Don't forget about taxes

Cheapest way to send money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau

Without any money transfer providers serving the South Africa to Guinea-Bissau route, the cheapest money transfer options are limited.

We would recommend using:

Understanding the costs involved when moving money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau

When calculating the costs of money transfers between South Africa and Guinea-Bissau, here's what really matters:

The Mid-Market Rate: Today, the ZAR-XOF mid-market rate equals to 34.1608. Keep in mind that this rate fluctuates all the time.

The ZAR-XOF average exchange rate of the past three months has been 33.9892, with a highest of 34.5942 and a lowest of 33.1124.

Fees and Markups: When you pick a service with competitive exchange rates and low fees, you get to make the most out of your ZAR to XOF transfers. This strategy keeps your costs down, offering a smart way to handle your international transactions.

Getting best exchange rate for transfers between Rand and CFA Franc BCEAO

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

Mid-market Rate
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The recent trends between the currencies are:

  • Over the past six months, the mid-market rate from ZAR to XOF has moved slightly. On average, it was 33.9892.

  • During this same period,there was a high of 34.5942, and a low of 33.1124.

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

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What payment methods are available when sending money from South Africa to
Guinea-Bissau?

  • Sending bank transfers from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau

    Bank transfers are the most common way of sending ZAR to Guinea-Bissau as they are secure, reliable, and convenient.

    If you want to send Rands to Guinea-Bissau via bank transfer, you can use your bank where no provider is available, but it will likely be at a bad exchange rate.

  • Sending money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau by credit card

    Credit card payments are quick, convenient, and typically more secure than other methods, thanks to backing by the issuing party. Some users may even be able to rack up reward points when making large transactions.

    If you want to send Rands to Guinea-Bissau with a credit card.

    Note: Beware of charges

    Credit card payments are often classified as cash advances, which bring their own charges, as well as currency conversion and usage fees. Forgetting to pay your balance can also result in high interest charges, and can even damage your credit score.

  • Sending money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau by payment apps

    If you’d like to send money from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau via payment app, follow these steps:

    1. Download the app and register. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play. You’ll need to register to be able to open an account. Make sure the app services transfers from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau.

    2. Enter your details. Enter any of the details required. You may need a valid form of ID.

    3. Start your transfer. Enter the details of your recipient. Some apps will require full payment details, while others allow you to pay with just an email address. You may need to state that you’re planning to send money to Guinea-Bissau in CFA Franc BCEAO at this stage.

    4. Check the details. It’s vital that you check the details you’ve added to make sure everything is correct. It can be very difficult to reverse a transfer, and most payment apps don’t let you cancel a transfer from South Africa to Guinea-Bissau after it’s been sent.

    5. Send the money. Your app will probably charge a fee for the transfer. They may also add a markup to the ZAR to XOF exchange rate. Check the rate they’re offering against the mid-market rate to make sure you’re getting a good deal.

    The current mid-market rate of ZAR to XOF is 34.1608

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Guinea-Bissau 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 Guinea-Bissau.


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


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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.
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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.