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Send money from Sierra Leone to Nigeria
While you can’t send SLL to NGN with Wise, you can transfer USD to USD.
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How to send money from Sierra Leone to Nigeria
Sending money from Sierra Leone to Nigeria doesn’t have a huge amount of options. Because of this, we suggest sending money via:
An agent like Western Union, MoneyGram, or Ria Money Transfer
Wise (USD/USD or EUR/EUR transfers)
Send cash to Nigeria from Sierra Leone
Agents are physical stores where you hand in SLL as cash and the receiver picks it up from the store in Nigeria.
Western Union Agent
We suggest using Western Union agent as it's reputable, fast, and is partnered with multiple banks in Sierra Leone.
The fees and rates will vary from day to day and based on your transfer amount, but it's still much cheaper than using your bank directly.
To get started, find the closest WU agent using the store locator, fill in the forms at the counter, pay for your transfer and let the recipient know.
Most transfers will be available for collection the same day, but sometimes can take up to a few days.
How to get the best deal on your Sierra Leone to Nigeria money transfer
- Always compare rates
Don't pay more than you have to. Use our live comparison tool to get the best exchange rates on sending money from Sierra Leone to Nigeria.
- Choose a provider
Select the provider that offers you the best value and timeframes for transfers between Sierra Leone and Nigeria.
- Click, sign up & send
Follow the steps & make your transfer to Nigeria. Your funds will be sent from Sierra Leone and converted into Naira.
Sending money from Sierra Leone to Nigeria: key insights and tips
Don't settle for the first option. Always compare ways to send money from Sierra Leone to Nigeria to find out about fees, speed, and reliability.
Your analysis should include all the providers that operate between Sierra Leone and Nigeria. Through this, you get a comprehensive view of all the options you have in Sierra Leone when you need to send money to Nigeria.
Cheapest way to send money from Sierra Leone to Nigeria
Without any money transfer providers serving the Sierra Leone to Nigeria route, the cheapest money transfer options are limited.
We would recommend using:
Understanding the costs involved when moving money from Sierra Leone to Nigeria
When calculating the costs of money transfers between Sierra Leone and Nigeria, here's what really matters:
The Mid-Market Rate: Today, the SLL-NGN mid-market rate equals to 0.0732. Keep in mind that this rate fluctuates all the time.
The SLL-NGN average exchange rate of the past week has been 0.0731, with a highest of 0.0734 and a lowest of 0.0726.
Fees and Markups: When you pick a service with competitive exchange rates and low fees, you get to make the most out of your SLL to NGN transfers. This strategy keeps your costs down, offering a smart way to handle your international transactions.
Finding the best exchange rate for Leone to Naira
Timing is essential for sending money between SLL and NGN. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much NGN you get for your SLL.
Over the last week, here’s what we’ve seen:
The exchange rate from SLL to NGN averaged 0.0731 NGN.
The highest value recorded was 0.0734 NGN, while the lowest was 0.0726 NGN.
There are currently 4 providers offering transfers between Sierra Leone and Nigeria close to this rate
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What payment methods are available when sending money from Sierra Leone to Nigeria?
Sending bank transfers from Sierra Leone to Nigeria
Bank transfers are the most common way of sending SLL to Nigeria as they are secure, reliable, and convenient.
If you want to send Leones to Nigeria 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 Sierra Leone to Nigeria 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 Leones to Nigeria with a credit card.
Note: Beware of chargesCredit 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 Sierra Leone to Nigeria by payment apps
If you’d like to send money from Sierra Leone to Nigeria via payment app, follow these steps:
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 Sierra Leone to Nigeria.
Enter your details. Enter any of the details required. You may need a valid form of ID.
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 Nigeria in Naira at this stage.
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 Sierra Leone to Nigeria after it’s been sent.
Send the money. Your app will probably charge a fee for the transfer. They may also add a markup to the SLL to NGN 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 SLL to NGN is 0.0732
How we analyze the market
We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Nigeria and Sierra Leone.
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 Sierra Leone to Nigeria.
We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send SLL to NGN.
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