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Nigeria to Sierra Leone money transfers compared

Compare the best deals on sending money from Nigeria to Sierra Leone. Get insights on the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best NGN to SLL exchange rates.

Read on for the insights, analysis, and all you need to know about money transfers to Sierra Leone from Nigeria.

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Our recommendation: Western Union

Western Union is our top choice for NGN to SLL transfers.

We tested & reviewed 4 money transfer providers offering money transfers from Nigeria to Sierra Leone, and Western Union scored highly.

In total, Western Union appeared in 40% of Nigeria to Sierra Leone searches, and was the top rated company supporting transfers between NGN and SLL.

For a great mix of cost, speed & features, we recommend making your Nigeria to Sierra Leone transfer using Western Union.

How to get the best deal on your Nigeria to Sierra Leone money transfer

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Nigeria to Sierra Leone
Western Union
Total number of NG - SL providers
4
Average cheapest fees & rate
Average fastest transfer
Payoneer
Best for bank transfers
Best for debit card
Wise

Understanding Nigeria to Sierra Leone money transfers

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Comparing providers

Comparing providers when sending money from Nigeria to Sierra Leone is the easiest way to make a transfer at the best price.

We’ve compared 4 providers for sending Naira to Sierra Leone. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Sierra Leone from Nigeria.

We rate Western Union as the best overall, but comparing gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from Nigeria to Sierra Leone.

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Get ahead of the Naira-Leone exchange rate
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Choosing the right payment method
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Financial regulators in Nigeria and Sierra Leone
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Sierra Leone
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money to Sierra Leone from Nigeria: Multipass

Of the 4 providers compared, Multipass is the cheapest option for sending money over the last six months.

The cost is a combination of an average fee of 0* NGN and an exchange rate for converting Naira to Leone that is 0.5% different to the mid-market rate.

On average, Multipass is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

We would recommend Multipass for low cost, affordable transfers from Leones to Sierra Leone.

*The most common fee applied to NGN-SLL by Multipass, based on data from the past six months.

Fastest way to transfer money to Sierra Leone from Nigeria: Payoneer.

Of 4 companies compared, Payoneer offers the quickest way to send Nairas to Sierra Leone.

Through our data, we found Payoneer to be the fastest option for sending money from Nigeria into Leone in 30.8% of occasions. For fast NGN to SLL money transfers, Payoneer comes highly recommended.

Nigeria to Sierra Leone transfers with Payoneer have an average fee of 0 NGN.

To test that Payoneer was the 'fastest' option we compared 4 providers. With this, we compared overall speed of sending money from Nigeria to Sierra Leone made up of depositing Nairas, to a money transfer account and transfer times to Sierra Leone.

When sending at speed is a priority, Payoneer is our recommended choice for sending into Sierra Leone from Nigeria.

Transferring large sums of money

For transfers of larger amounts of Leones to Sierra Leone picking a provider with a competitive exchange rate and hands on management can make a huge difference.

Of the
4 money transfer companies tested, Western Union is the strongest option for large transfers from Nigeria to Sierra Leone.

Reasons for sending large sums of money vary and include business or property purchases. But whatever the reason, sending large amounts of money from Nigeria to Sierra Leone can become expensive through your bank or with the wrong provider.

Western Union is our choice for sending large sums of money to NGN because they offer a strong all-round product.

Understanding the costs involved when transferring money to Sierra Leone from Nigeria

When calculating the cost of sending money from Nigeria to Sierra Leone, a combination of fees and exchange rates ensure the best deal:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current NGN-SLL mid-market rate is 12.5399 SLL per Naira. Finding a provider as close to this number as possible will ensure more Leone for your money.

  • As a comparison, the NGN-SLL mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 13.2092 SLL per Naira, hitting a high of 14.7721 and a low of 12.567.

  • Multipass is currently offering the best exchange rate on transfers between Nigeria and Sierra Leone.

  • Often the NGN-SLL exchange rate you receive will be the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending Naira to Sierra Leone.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged on top of a transfer. Multipass currently offers lowest fees, at an average of 0 NGN over the last 6 months. Although, we recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

Amount Received: The total amount received in Leone is the biggest indicator in the total cost of sending money to Nigeria from Sierra Leone. The higher the total amount received in Sierra Leone, the lower the cost of sending from Nigeria.

Track the exchange rate for Naira to Leone

Sending money at the right time between NGN and SLL can make a huge difference to overall cost. The exchange rate impacts how much SLL you get for your NGN.

Mid-market Rate
1
= 12.539917 SLL

Over the last six months, the average numbers are:

  • The exchange rate from NGN to SLL averaged 13.2092 SLL.

  • The highest value recorded was 14.7721 SLL, while the lowest was 12.567 SLL.

  • 4 providers currently offer transfers between Nigeria and Sierra Leone close to this rate

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Payment options for transfers from Nigeria to
Sierra Leone

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the fastest and cheapest way to send money from Nigeria to Sierra Leone.

    Using a money transfer company such as Multipass for payments from Nigeria to Sierra Leone, means you can send via a bank transfer and benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get with a traditional bank. 



    Multipass is the best money transfer provider for bank transfers of the 4 we compared when sending NGN to Sierra Leone.

    With an average fee of 0 NGN to transfer money from Nigeria to Sierra Leone, Multipass offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Prepaid and debit cards

    Sending money with a debit card from Nigeria to Sierra Leone is easy with Wise.


    Wise is a leader in debit card money transfers from Nigeria to Sierra Leone. They are the best option of the 4 transfer companies compared.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to credit card transfers from Nigeria to Sierra Leone, is the top choice of the 4 companies offering this service.

    Fee alert: using a credit card to transfer money internationally 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 Sierra Leone and Nigeria.


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 Nigeria to Sierra Leone.


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


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.