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Compare ways to send money from South Africa to Israel

Compare the best ways to send money from South Africa to Israel. Explore the fastest, cheapest, and most reliable providers with the best ZAR to ILS exchange rates.

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

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Companies for transfers from South Africa to Israel

Sponsored - Managed Service

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation advice & no max transfer limit."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

"Currencies Direct have over 30 years of global money transfer expertise. Award winning service with a TrustPilot rating of 4.9. Lock-in rates for the future or trade 24/7 on web or mobile."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.2% - 0.7%

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation advice & no max transfer limit."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

"Key Currency offers a personal service with a dedicated account manager. There are no transfer limits or fees which is perfect for larger send amounts."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 3 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 0.6%

"Regency's UK-based account management team has vast experience. Get support on all kinds of transfers, from overseas property transactions to business payments & more."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.15% - 1.5%

"Lumon has cared for over 69,000 customers since 2000. Get support for larger transfers from dedicated currency specialists."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
1% - 2%

"Cambridge Currencies is a boutique UK-based currency broker helping clients send funds globally. Expect personable service & competitive rates from this new industry entrant."

Fees
No fees
Transfer Speed
0-5 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.5% - 1.2%

"Securely send money to and from 150+ countries and 20+ currencies. Same-day transfers avaialble on most major currencies."

Fees
£/€/$3 - 5
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
1 - 2%

"Moneycorp is an established player in the market, with a focus on private clients and corporates. Make overseas payments in over 120 currencies and 190 countries."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.5% - 2%

Best choice: Lumon

Lumon is our recommended way to send Rand to ILS.

We tested & reviewed dozens of money transfer providers, and Lumon scored highly.

Lumon appeared in 50% of South Africa to Israel searches in the last 6 months, and was the top rated company out of 8 that support ZAR to ILS.

So for a great blend of cost, speed & features, make your South Africa to Israel transfer using Lumon.

Getting the best deal on your South Africa to Israel transfer

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from South Africa to Israel
Lumon
Total number of ZA - IL providers
8
Average cheapest fees & rate
Lumon
Average fastest transfer
CurrencyFair
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Lumon

Get the most from sending money from South Africa to Israel

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between South Africa and Israel based on your specific transfer amount, is the easiest way to get the best price on your transfer.

We cover the entire ZAR-ILS market and have compared 8 providers offering services between South Africa and Israel.

This ensures you will get the most comprehensive options for sending Rand to Israel.

Whilst we rate Lumon as the best overall for transfers between the two countries, comparing gives you the best idea for your specific South Africa to Israel transfer needs.

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Beat the Rand-New Israeli Sheqel exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulations across South Africa and Israel
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Consider minimum and maximum limits
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Receiving money in Israel
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Be ready with your ID
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money to Israel from South Africa: Lumon

Of the 8 providers compared, Lumon is the cheapest option for sending money over the last six months.

The cost is a combination of an average fee of 0* ZAR and an exchange rate for converting Rand to New Israeli Sheqel that is 1% different to the mid-market rate.

On average, Lumon is 0.9% cheaper than the second-best option.

We would recommend Lumon for low cost, affordable transfers from New Israeli Sheqels to Israel.

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

Fastest way to send money to Israel from South Africa: CurrencyFair.

Of the 8 companies offering South Africa to Israel, CurrencyFair is the quickest.

In our comparison, we found CurrencyFair to be the fastest way to send Rands to New Israeli Sheqel in 90% of transfers. For quick transfers between ZAR and ILS, CurrencyFair comes highly recommended.

Sending money from South Africa to Israel through CurrencyFair has an average fee of 40 ZAR.

To find the fastest company, we compared 8 money transfer providers for the overall speed of sending money from South Africa to Israel. This was made up of depositing Rand to a money transfer account and transfer times to Israel.

When looking for the fastest money transfer, CurrencyFair is our best choice for sending into Israel from South Africa.

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Send large sums of money abroad with Currencies Direct

Transferring bigger amounts of money to Israel from South Africa needs a strong exchange rate and effective transfer management.

From the
8 options we compared, Currencies Direct offers the strongest all-round option for large transfers to Israel from South Africa.

Whatever the reason, sending large sums of money can be expensive if you get a bad exchange rate from New Israeli Sheqels to New Israeli Sheqel.

As such, we recommend Currencies Direct for large transfers between Israel and South Africa.

Understanding the cost of sending money to Israel from South Africa

The cost of sending money from Israel to Israel, 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 ZAR-ILS is 0.1941 ILS per Rand.

  • Finding a provider offering an exchange as close to 0.1941 as possible will ensure more New Israeli Sheqel received when transferring.

  • For context, the ZAR-ILS mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 0.2054 ILS per Rand. This includes a high of 0.2158, and low of 0.1978.

  • CurrencyFair currently offers the best exchange rate on transfers from South Africa to Israel.

For the most part the ZAR-ILS exchange rate you receive is the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending ZAR to Israel.

Fees: Outside of exchange rates, you may need to pay a fee to send. Lumon currently offers the lowest fees on transfers to Israel from South Africa, averaging 0 ZAR over the last 6 months. 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 New Israeli Sheqel is the amount you started with, minus the amount you paid in the exchange and fees.

The better deal you get on exchanging Rands to ILS, paired with a low fee, means a higher total amount received in Israel.

How to find the best exchange rate for Rand to New Israeli Sheqel

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

Mid-market Rate
1 
=
0.194073 
ILS

Let's dive into some interesting recent trends.

  • Over the past six months, the exchange rate from ZAR to ILS has seen some fluctuation. On average, it stood at 0.2054.

  • During this period, the highest value recorded was 0.2158, while the lowest was 0.1978.

  • Lumon, which is our recommended service to send money online from South Africa to Israel offers an exchange rate that is only 1% above the mid-market rate.

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Payment options for South Africa to
Israel money transfers

  • Bank transfers

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

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


    Lumon is the cheapest money transfer company for bank transfers from the 8 we compared for transfers from ZAR into Israel.

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


  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from South Africa to Israel 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 Israel. This cost is against a total of 8 money transfer companies offering this option.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to international credit card transfers from South Africa to Israel, emerges as our top choice of the 8 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 Israel 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 Israel.


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


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.