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Send money from Cameroon to Nigeria
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Overall best way: Western Union Agent
We tested & reviewed 1 transfer providers, and Western Union Agent scored highly.
Sending 142,000 XAF to NGN will cost you FCFA3 in fees, and you will receive 341,946.33 NGN. The delivery time is minutes - 5 days, but it depends on the day you make the transfer.
So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, make your Cameroon to Nigeria transfer using Western Union Agent.
How to to send from Cameroon to Nigeria in the best way
Always compare rates
Money transfers to Nigeria should be easy. Use our live comparison tool to make sure you aren't missing the best rates to send money from Cameroon to Nigeria.
Choose a provider
Select the provider that offers you the best value on your CFA Franc BEAC & service for your needs.
Click, sign up & send
Follow the steps & start your transfer. Your funds will soon be on their way to Nigeria.
Summary of recent searches
Considerations for money transfers from Cameroon to Nigeria
Compare providers
Comparing providers offering services between Cameroon and Nigeria, based on your specific needs is the best way to send money with confidence.
Our comparison includes 1 companies that provide the ability to send CFA Franc BEAC to Nigeria.
This ensures you get the best options for transfers to Nigeria from Cameroon, based on the amount you want to send.
Watch the CFA Franc BEAC-Naira exchange rate
Choose the right payment method
Use providers regulated in Nigeria and Cameroon
Consider transfer limits
Receiving money in Nigeria
Have your ID ready
Tax declarations
Cheapest way to send money to Nigeria from Cameroon: Western Union Agent
Data collected through our comparison over the past week shows that Western Union Agent is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.
The cost is made up of a fee of 3 XAF and an exchange rate for buying Naira with CFA Franc BEAC that is 5% different to the mid-market rate.
If you want to secure the best rates on a Cameroon to Nigeria transfer, Western Union Agent offers value. We would still recommend searching for the amount you want to send to Nigeria.
Fastest money transfers from Cameroon to Nigeria: Western Union Agent.
Based on our recent data, transfer time for a FCFA142,000 transfer to Nigeria with Western Union Agent is minutes - 5 days. This can vary by amount and method, but it is a good point of reference.
Sending money from Cameroon to Nigeria through Western Union Agent will cost you 3 XAF in fees & small markup.
Western Union Agent was one of 1 money transfer providers we compared for overall speed of sending money from Cameroon to Nigeria. This speed test included depositing CFA Franc BEACs to an account and the average timeframe for sending money to Nigeria.
When fast transfers are a priority, Western Union Agent is our best choice for sending from Cameroon to Nigeria.
Sending a large amount of money?
Of the 1 providers compared, Western Union Agent is the best rated for higher transfer amounts.
Sending large amounts of money can be expensive, and while Western Union Agent may not always be the fastest or cheapest way to send money from Cameroon to Nigeria, it's a great provider for things like buying or selling property.
Understanding the costs involved when transferring money from Cameroon to Nigeria
When calculating the costs of money transfers between Cameroon and Nigeria, opt for the best combination of fees and exchange rates:
The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Today, the XAF-NGN mid-market rate equals 2.5426 NGN per CFA Franc BEAC.
For reference, the XAF-NGN average mid-market rate for the past week has been 2.5349 NGN per CFA Franc BEAC, with a high of 2.5349 and a low of 2.5349.
The company offering the best exchange rate is Western Union Agent (2.4081 NGN per CFA Franc BEAC)
Often the XAF-NGN exchange rate you receive is the bigger factor than how much it costs to send CFA Franc BEACs to Nigeria.
Fees: Fees are charged on top of a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is Western Union Agent, only 3 XAF. We would recommend searching for your exact send amount to get an idea of fees.
Amount Received: The amount received in Naira is the biggest indicator the total cost of sending money from Cameroon to Nigeria. Essentially, the more the recipient receives in Nigeria, the less it is costing to send from Cameroon.
How to get the best exchange rate for CFA Franc BEAC to Naira
Getting the best exchange rate essential for sending money between XAF and NGN. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much NGN you get for your XAF.
Here is how the currency has performed recently.
Over the past 7 days, the mid-market from XAF to NGN has been 2.5349.
During this period, the highest value was 2.5349, while the lowest was 2.5349.
Western Union Agent, which is our recommended choice to send money online from Cameroon to Nigeria offers an exchange rate that is only 5% above the mid-market rate.
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Payment methods available to fund your Cameroon to Nigeria transfer
Bank transfers
Bank transfers are often the better option for money transfers from Cameroon to Nigeria.
Sending money via a bank transfer with a company such as Western Union Agent for transfers from Cameroon to Nigeria allows you to benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get with a traditional bank.
On average, Western Union Agent is the best provider for bank transfers of the 1 we tested when sending XAF to Nigeria.
With a fee of XAF3 to send money from Cameroon to Nigeria, Western Union Agent offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.
Debit and prepaid cards
Sending money from Cameroon to Nigeria with a prepaid or a debit card is very simple with Western Union Agent.
Western Union Agent is a leader in card payments for transfers from Cameroon to Nigeria, competing among a total of 1 active money transfer companies on this route.
Credit cards
When it comes to international credit card transfers from Cameroon to Nigeria, we recommend comparing your options to get the best deal.
Beware 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 instead.
How we analyze the market
We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Nigeria and Cameroon.
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 Cameroon to Nigeria.
We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send XAF to NGN.
For a deeper understanding of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we invite you to read our editorial policy and review methodology.
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