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Compare ways to send money from South Africa to Madagascar

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

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

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WorldRemit was the top rated provider from South Africa to Madagascar

"24/7 live chat support provided in six languages. Special first transfer rates available, with airtime topup supported to many countries in Africa, Asia and South America."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.8% - 3%
WorldRemit was the cheapest from South Africa to Madagascar

"24/7 live chat support provided in six languages. Special first transfer rates available, with airtime topup supported to many countries in Africa, Asia and South America."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.8% - 3%
WorldRemit was the fastest from South Africa to Madagascar

"24/7 live chat support provided in six languages. Special first transfer rates available, with airtime topup supported to many countries in Africa, Asia and South America."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.8% - 3%
OFX was the best for large transfers from South Africa to Madagascar

"OFX have been helping individuals and businesses send money for over 25 years. Transfer in 50+ currencies to 170+ countries, with 24/7 phone access to currency experts."

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

Overall best option: WorldRemit

WorldRemit is our top choice for ZAR to MGA transfers.

We tested & reviewed 5 money transfer companies, and WorldRemit came out as one of the easiest options.

WorldRemit appeared in 88.9% of searches for sending money from South Africa to Madagascar, and was the top rated company for ZAR to MGA transfers.

So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, make your South Africa to Madagascar transfer using WorldRemit.

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Getting the best deal on your South Africa to Madagascar transfer

Summary of recent searches

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

Considerations for money transfers from South Africa to Madagascar

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between South Africa and Madagascar, based on your specific needs is the best way to send money with confidence.

Our comparison includes 5 companies that provide the ability to send Rand to Madagascar.

This ensures you get the best options for transfers to Madagascar from South Africa, based on the amount you want to send.

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Watch the Rand-Malagasy ariary exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Use providers regulated in Madagascar and South Africa
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Madagascar
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money from South Africa to Madagascar: WorldRemit

We compared 5 money transfer companies and WorldRemit offers the cheapest transfer service between South Africa and Madagascar.

On average, WorldRemit fees were 34.17* ZAR per transfer and customers would expect an exchange rate between ZAR-MGA that is 1.99% different to the mid-market rate

Against the others tested, WorldRemit is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

To secure a cheap way to transfer ZAR to Madagascar, WorldRemit is our recommendation.

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

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Fastest money transfers from South Africa to Madagascar: WorldRemit.

Of the 5 money transfer companies tested, WorldRemit offered the quickest way to send Rands to Madagascar.

Through our comparison, we found WorldRemit to be the fastest option to transfer money from South Africa to Malagasy ariary in 58.3% of instances.

Over the last six months, sending money from South Africa to Madagascar through WorldRemit have an average fee of 24.29 ZAR.

WorldRemit was one of 5 money transfer providers we compared for overall speed of sending money from South Africa to Madagascar. This speed test included depositing Rands to an account and the average timeframe for sending money to Madagascar.

When fast transfers are a priority, WorldRemit is our best choice for sending from South Africa to Madagascar.

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Transferring large sums of money

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

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

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 Madagascar can become expensive through your bank or with the wrong provider.

WorldRemit 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 to Madagascar from South Africa

The cost of sending money from Madagascar to Madagascar, 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-MGA is 254.9155 MGA per Rand.

  • Finding a provider offering an exchange as close to 254.9155 as possible will ensure more Malagasy ariary received when transferring.

  • For context, the ZAR-MGA mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 250.4056 MGA per Rand. This includes a high of 259.3075, and low of 243.6835.

  • WorldRemit currently offers the best exchange rate on transfers from South Africa to Madagascar.

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

Fees: Outside of exchange rates, you may need to pay a fee to send. WorldRemit currently offers the lowest fees on transfers to Madagascar from South Africa, averaging 34.17 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 Malagasy ariary 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 MGA, paired with a low fee, means a higher total amount received in Madagascar.

How to find the best exchange rate for Rand to Malagasy ariary

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

Mid-market Rate
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= 254.915512 MGA

Let's dive into some interesting recent trends.

  • Over the past six months, the exchange rate from ZAR to MGA has seen some fluctuation. On average, it stood at 250.4056.

  • During this period, the highest value recorded was 259.3075, while the lowest was 243.6835.

  • WorldRemit, which is our recommended service to send money online from South Africa to Madagascar offers an exchange rate that is only 2.06% above the mid-market rate.

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Funding your South Africa to
Madagascar money transfer

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the best and easier way to send money from South Africa to Madagascar.

    By using a money transfer company such as WorldRemit for transfers from South Africa to Madagascar, you can send money via a bank transfer and benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than would be offered by a bank. 


    On average, WorldRemit is the cheapest way to send money via a bank transfer. This is of the 5 companies we tested when sending ZAR to Madagascar.

    With an average fee of 34.17 ZAR to send money from South Africa to Madagascar, WorldRemit offers a decent combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

    Sending money from South Africa to Madagascar with a debit or a prepaid card is easy with .


    is a leading money transfer company for debit card payments, and offers transfers from South Africa to Madagascar.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to sending money with a credit card from South Africa to Madagascar, is our top choice of the 5 companies offering this service.

    Keep on top of fees: using a credit card to transfer money can result in a fee being charged by your card issuer. Where possible, we recommend bank transfer or debit card instead.

How we analyze the market

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


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


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.