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Send money from Cuba to Nigeria
"Western Union agents help you send money from a wide variety of countries. Find a local branch near you to deposit cash and send your funds abroad."
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While you can’t send CUC to NGN with Wise, you can transfer USD to USD.
"Over 16 million customers use Wise, mostly for their excellent mobile app, transparent fee structure & use of mid-market rates. Now increasingly used for larger transfers."
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The best way to send CUC to Nigeria is through a cash transfer with Western Union.
Western Union offers broad coverage across Cuba and Nigeria, making it a reliable option.
Transfer fees vary depending on the branch and the amount you send, but you can generally expect to pay around 3 CUC per 250 CUC transferred.
Before sending, check which deposit options are available in your area. In many cases, you can fund your transfer online in CUC, while the recipient collects NGN in cash at a local branch.
If you’re looking for alternatives, MoneyGram also offers competitive cash pickup services.
How to to send from Cuba 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 Cuba to Nigeria.
Choose a provider
Select the provider that offers you the best value on your Peso Convertible & 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
Understanding Cuba to Nigeria money transfers
Comparing providers
Comparing providers when sending money from Cuba to Nigeria is the easiest way to make a transfer at the best price.
We’ve compared 1 providers for sending Peso Convertible to Nigeria. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Nigeria from Cuba.
We rate Western Union Agent as the best overall, but comparing gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from Cuba to Nigeria.
Get ahead of the Peso Convertible-Naira exchange rate
Choosing the right payment method
Financial regulators in Cuba and Nigeria
Consider transfer limits
Receiving money in Nigeria
Have your ID ready
Tax declarations
The cheapest way to send money to Nigeria from Cuba is to send cash via Western Union Agent.
Generally speaking, sending cash is more expensive than using the online transfer, however, after looking at 100+ money transfer companies, there aren’t many options servicing CUC/NGN.
The main cost is made up of the fee (around 3 CUC) and the exchange rate markup added on top.
However, this heavily depends on which branch you use, and how much CUC you are sending.
Fastest way to send money to Nigeria from Cuba : Western Union cash pickup
When speed is your priority, the quickest way to transfer money from Cuba to Nigeria is through a Western Union cash transfer.
In most cases, funds are available for pickup within minutes, allowing your recipient to collect NGN almost instantly. Sometimes it can take a day or two, depending on the deposit method, branch, and the amount.
Given the limited online options for CUC to NGN transfers, using Western Union’s cash pickup service remains the fastest and most dependable choice.
Sending large sums of money?
Of the 1 companies tested, Western Union Agent is the best rated for larger transfer amounts.
Whether for a property purchase, or as a gift, sending large amounts of money to Nigeria from Cuba can be expensive.
Western Union Agent is our choice for big transfers to CUC because of all round price, speed and management when making large transfers.
Understanding the costs involved when transferring money from Cuba to Nigeria
When calculating the costs of money transfers between Cuba and Nigeria, opt for the best combination of fees and exchange rates:
The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Today, the CUC-NGN mid-market rate equals 1,453.1028 NGN per Peso Convertible.
For reference, the CUC-NGN average mid-market rate for the past week has been 1,446.7937 NGN per Peso Convertible, with a high of 1,459.7953 and a low of 1,440.7804.
The company offering the best exchange rate is Western Union Agent (1378.8109 NGN per Peso Convertible)
Often the CUC-NGN exchange rate you receive is the bigger factor than how much it costs to send Peso Convertibles to Nigeria.
Fees: Fees are charged on top of a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is Western Union Agent, only 3 CUC. 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 Cuba to Nigeria. Essentially, the more the recipient receives in Nigeria, the less it is costing to send from Cuba.
Track the exchange rate for Peso Convertible to Naira
Sending money at the right time between CUC and NGN can make a huge difference to overall cost. The exchange rate impacts how much NGN you get for your CUC.
Over the last 7 days, the average numbers are:
The exchange rate from CUC to NGN averaged 1,446.7937 NGN.
The highest value recorded was 1,459.7953 NGN, while the lowest was 1,440.7804 NGN.
1 providers currently offer transfers between Cuba and Nigeria close to this rate
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How to pay for money transfers between Cuba and Nigeria
Bank transfers
Bank transfers are often fastest, cheapest and best way to send money from Cuba to Nigeria.
Using a money transfer company such as Western Union Agent for transfers from Cuba to Nigeria, will mean being able to send money via a bank transfer while benefiting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates.
On average, Western Union Agent is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 1 we compared for transfers from CUC to Nigeria.
To send money from Cuba to Nigeria, Western Union Agent has a fee of 3 CUC.
Debit cards and prepaid options
Sending money from Cuba to Nigeria with a debit card or a prepaid card is very simple with Western Union Agent.
Western Union Agent is the cheapest option for sending money with a debit card between Cuba and Nigeria. This is of the 1 money transfer companies offering debit card payments on this route.
Credit cards
When it comes to credit card transfers from Cuba to Nigeria, we recommend comparing your options to get the best deal.
Be aware of fees: using a credit card to transfer money often results in a fee being charged by your card issuer. That's why 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 Nigeria and Cuba.
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 Cuba to Nigeria.
We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send CUC 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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