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Send money from Switzerland to Somalia
"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."
"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."
"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."
"With MoneyGram you can send money globally. Find a local MoneyGram branch near you to deposit and send cash abroad."
"If you and the person you are sending money to both have PayPal apps, you can quickly and easily send money between each other."
"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."
Overall top choice: Wise
Of the 5 money transfer providers we tested and reviewed, Wise was a standout option for its combination of speed and cost.
Sending 200 CHF to SOS will cost you fr.3.5 in fees, and your recipient will receive 139,293.35 SOS. The delivery time usually is within a week, but it depends on the day you make the transfer.
When sending money from Switzerland to Somalia, using Wise in a great option.
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Get the most from sending money from Switzerland to Somalia
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Comparing providers offering services between Switzerland and Somalia based on your specific transfer amount, is the easiest way to get the best price on your transfer.
We cover the entire CHF-SOS market and have compared 5 providers offering services between Switzerland and Somalia.
This ensures you will get the most comprehensive options for sending Swiss Franc to Somalia.
Whilst we rate Wise as the best overall for transfers between the two countries, comparing gives you the best idea for your specific Switzerland to Somalia transfer needs.
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The cheapest way to send money to Somalia from Switzerland is using MoneyGram cash transfer service.
While online transfers are usually cheaper, there are very few providers offering CHF to SOS transfers, making cash transfer through a MoneyGram Agent the most practical and affordable option available.
The overall cost of your transfer includes both the transfer fee (around 3 CHF per 200 CHF) and the exchange rate markup applied by MoneyGram.
These costs can vary depending on the branch location, payment method, and the amount you’re sending, so it’s always worth checking with your branch before making a transfer.
The fastest way to send money to Somalia from Switzerland is to use cash transfer via Western Union Agent
In most cases cash transfers with Western Union are instant, and your recipient will be able to collect SOS in minutes.
However, depending on how much you send, it can take a bit longer (up to a day) due to the processing time.
With the limited number of money transfer companies servicing CHF/SOS, cash transfer with Western Union is the fastest way.
Sending a large amount of money?
Of the 5 providers compared, Wise is the best rated for higher transfer amounts.
Sending large amounts of money can be expensive, and while Wise may not always be the fastest or cheapest way to send money from Switzerland to Somalia, it's a great provider for things like buying or selling property.
Understanding the costs involved when moving money from Switzerland to Somalia
The total cost of money transfers to Somalia from Switzerland, is a combination of exchange rates and fees. Sending with a company that can offer a good competitive rate and low (or no) fees is the best way to get a good deal.
The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current mid-market for CHF-SOS is 707.556 SOS per Swiss Franc.
Using a transfer company offering an exchange rate closer to this will result in being able to buy more Somali Shilling for your Swiss Francs.
On average for the last week, the CHF-SOS mid-market rate has been 706.6946 SOS per Swiss Franc. This hit a high of 709.8184, and a low of 703.7025.
From the 5 companies compared, Wise offers the best exchange rates.
The biggest factor in the overall cost of sending money is the exchange rate you receive on converting CHF to SOS.
Fees: Some money transfers between Switzerland and Somalia will be subject to fees. Wise has a fee of 3.5 CHF based on a 200 CHF transfer.
Although you should search for your send amount for actual fees as your scenario may be different.
Amount Received: Money transfer companies will show you the amount of Somali Shilling eventually received in Somalia.
This number should guide you, as a higher amount of money received in Somalia means a better overall cost of sending money from Switzerland.
Finding the best exchange rate between Swiss Franc and Somali Shilling
Getting a strong exchange rate between CHF and SOS is essential. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much SOS you get for your CHF.
It can pay to track rates, and keep on top of currency trends.
In the past 7 days, the mid-market rate from CHF to SOS has averaged 706.6946.
In this period there was a high of 709.8184, and a low of 703.7025.
Wise, which is our recommended service to send money online from Switzerland to Somalia offers 708.8720 SOS per CHF which is only 0.01% above the mid-market rate.
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Payment methods for Switzerland to Somalia transfers
Bank transfers
Bank transfers are often the fastest option, and normally the cheapest, for sending money from Switzerland to Somalia.
By opting for a money transfer company such as Wise for transfers from Switzerland to Somalia, you can send money via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates.
On average, Wise is the cheapest provider for bank transfers from the 5 we tested when sending CHF to Somalia.
With a fee of CHF3.5 to send money from Switzerland to Somalia, Wise offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.
Debit and prepaid card payments
Using a debit card, or prepaid option, for sending money from Switzerland to Somalia is easy with Wise.
Wise is a market leader in debit card payments for transfers from Switzerland to Somalia, this is among a total of 5 money transfer companies compared.
Credit card transfers
When it comes to credit card transfers from Switzerland to Somalia, we recommend running a quick comparison to get the best deal as not many companies offer direct credit card deposits.
Fee alert: credit card money transfers often result in a cash advance fee being charged by your card issuer. We recommend bank transfer or debit card where possible.
How we analyze the market
We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Somalia and Switzerland.
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 Switzerland to Somalia.
We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send CHF to SOS.
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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