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Send money from Algeria to South Africa
While you can’t send DZD to ZAR with Wise, you can transfer USD to USD.
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How to send money from Algeria to South Africa
Sending money from Algeria to South Africa 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 South Africa from Algeria
Agents are physical stores where you hand in DZD as cash and the receiver picks it up from the store in South Africa.
Western Union Agent
We suggest using Western Union agent as it's reputable, fast, and is partnered with multiple banks in Algeria.
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.
Compare for the best deal on your Algeria to South Africa transfer
- Always compare rates
Don't spend more than you have to. Use our live comparison tool to compare rates on money transfers from Algeria to South Africa.
- Choose a provider
Pick the provider that offers you the best value & service for your needs for DZD to ZAR transfers.
- Click, sign up & send
Follow the steps & make your transfer. Your funds will soon be heading to South Africa.
Sending money from Algeria to South Africa: key insights and tips
Don't settle for the first option. Always compare ways to send money from Algeria to South Africa to find out about fees, speed, and reliability.
Your analysis should include all the providers that operate between Algeria and South Africa. Through this, you get a comprehensive view of all the options you have in Algeria when you need to send money to South Africa.
Cheapest way to send money from Algeria to South Africa
Without any money transfer providers serving the Algeria to South Africa route, the cheapest money transfer options are limited.
We would recommend using:
Understanding the costs involved when moving money from Algeria to South Africa
When calculating the costs of money transfers between Algeria and South Africa, here's what really matters:
The Mid-Market Rate: Today, the DZD-ZAR mid-market rate equals to 0.1361. Keep in mind that this rate fluctuates all the time.
The DZD-ZAR average exchange rate of the past week has been 0.1356, with a highest of 0.1365 and a lowest of 0.1347.
Fees and Markups: When you pick a service with competitive exchange rates and low fees, you get to make the most out of your DZD to ZAR transfers. This strategy keeps your costs down, offering a smart way to handle your international transactions.
Getting the best exchange rate for Algerian Dinar to Rand
Tracking the mid-market rate can make a huge difference when sending money DZD to ZAR. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much ZAR you get for your DZD.
Here's some data on recent trends in the mid-market rate.
Over the past 7 days, the interbank rate from DZD to ZAR has seen some fluctuation. On average, it has been 0.1356.
During this period, the highest value level was 0.1365, with a low of 0.1347.
, which is our recommended service to send money online from Algeria to South Africa offers an exchange rate that is only % above the mid-market rate.
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What payment methods are available when sending money from Algeria to South Africa?
Sending bank transfers from Algeria to South Africa
Bank transfers are the most common way of sending DZD to South Africa as they are secure, reliable, and convenient.
If you want to send Algerian Dinars to South Africa 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 Algeria to South Africa 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 Algerian Dinars to South Africa 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 Algeria to South Africa by payment apps
If you’d like to send money from Algeria to South Africa 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 Algeria to South Africa.
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 South Africa in Rand 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 Algeria to South Africa 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 DZD to ZAR 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 DZD to ZAR is 0.1361
How we analyze the market
We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between South Africa and Algeria.
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 Algeria to South Africa.
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