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How to send money to South Africa from Botswana with the best BWP-ZAR rate

Find the best deals when you transfer from Botswana to South Africa. Get insights on the fastest, cheapest, and providers with the best BWP to ZAR exchange rates.

Read on to get the best value, expert information, and analysis on ways to send money to South Africa from Botswana.

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Mid-market rate as of 07/07/2025: 1 BWP = 1.338764 ZAR
Results below are based on a 98074 BWP search
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TorFx
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 130,904.05
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R 3,545 better than a typical bank*

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation conversations & no max transfer limit."

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Regency FX
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 130,943.44
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R 3,584 better than a typical bank*

"Regency's UK-based account management team has vast experience. Get support on all kinds of transfers, from overseas property transactions to business payments & more."

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Key Currency
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 130,969.70
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R 3,611 better than a typical bank*

"Key Currency offers a personal service with a dedicated account manager. There are no transfer limits or fees which is perfect for larger send amounts."

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Regency FX
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 130,943.44
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R 3,584 better than a typical bank*

"Regency's UK-based account management team has vast experience. Get support on all kinds of transfers, from overseas property transactions to business payments & more."

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TorFx
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 130,904.05
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R 3,545 better than a typical bank*

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation conversations & no max transfer limit."

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Lumon
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 129,984.96
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TorFx
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 130,904.05
Full transfer details
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R 3,545 better than a typical bank*

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation conversations & no max transfer limit."

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Ideal for buying property abroad
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Regency FX
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 130,943.44
Full transfer details
Visit Regency FX
R 3,584 better than a typical bank*

"Regency's UK-based account management team has vast experience. Get support on all kinds of transfers, from overseas property transactions to business payments & more."

Personal account manager
Multi-currency card
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Professional, personal service
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Overall best option: TorFx

TorFx is our recommended company for sending money to South Africa from BWP.

Of the 4 companies that support BWP to ZAR, TorFx offered the best combination of cost and speed.

Sending 98,074 BWP to ZAR will cost you P0 in fees, and you will receive 130,904.05 ZAR. The delivery time usually is minutes - 24 hours, but can be longer depending when you make the transfer.

So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, send Pulas to South Africa using TorFx.

TorFx is the top rated company for sending money from Botswana (BWP) to South Africa (ZAR) - TorFx Screenshot 1
TorFx is the top rated company for sending money from Botswana (BWP) to South Africa (ZAR) - TorFx Screenshot 2

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Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Botswana to South Africa
TorFx
Total number of BW - ZA providers
4
Average cheapest fees & rate
Key Currency
Average fastest transfer
Regency FX
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Key Currency

Transfer consider from Botswana to South Africa

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Compare available providers

A comparison of providers offering services between Botswana and South Africa is paramount. Based on your specific transfer amount, the best way to send money to South Africa could change. Comparing ensures the best price for your needs.

For services allowing you to send Pula to South Africa we've compared 4 providers.

This coverage of the market ensure you will get the best options for your transfer to South Africa from Botswana.

Overall, we rated TorFx as the best, but remember comparing for your specific transfer gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from Botswana to South Africa.

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Getting the best Pula-Rand exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulators
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Consider transfer limits
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Consider how the money will be received
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations in South Africa

Cheapest way to send money to South Africa from Botswana: Key Currency

Of the 4 providers compared, Key Currency is the cheapest option for sending money right now.

The cost is a combination of a fee of 0 BWP and an exchange rate for converting Pula to Rand that is 0.25% different to the mid-market rate.

We found that Key Currency is 0.02% cheaper than the second-best option.

We would recommend Key Currency for low cost, affordable transfers from Rands to South Africa.

Key Currency is the cheapest way to send money from Botswana (BWP) to South Africa (ZAR) - Key Currency Screenshot

Fastest way to send money to South Africa from Botswana: Regency FX

We compared 4 companies and found Regency FX offers the fastest money transfers between Botswana and South Africa.

The transfer time is minutes - 24 hours with Regency FX for a P98,074 transfer, but it will depend on the time, day of the week, and the amount you send.

A BWP-Rand transfer through Regency FX comes with a 0 BWP fee (based on a P98,074 transfer).

To ensure Regency FX was the 'fastest' option we compared 4 providers. This comparison was for overall speed of sending money from Botswana to South Africa and is a combination of depositing Pula, transfer times to South Africa and withdrawal timeframes where applicable.

When speed is a priority, Regency FX is the top choice for sending into South Africa from Botswana.

Need to make a large transfer?

For big transfers between Botswana and South Africa, competitive pricing & strong customer service are key.

TorFx is the best option for large transfers of the
4 providers compared.

While TorFx may not always be the cheapest or fastest way to send BWP from Botswana to South Africa, it's a great provider for larger transfers for things like buying or selling property.

Understanding the cost of transferring money to South Africa from Botswana

Fees and exchange rates make up the total cost of sending money from South Africa to South Africa. Finding a company that can offer both ensures a good deal on your transfer.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current BWP-ZAR mid-market rate is 1.3382 ZAR per Pula. You will get more Rand for your Pulas if you find a provider close to this number.

  • For context, over the last 7 days the BWP-ZAR mid-market rate has had a high of 1.3388, a low of 1.3242 and averaged 1.33 ZAR per Pula.

  • Across the 4 companies compared, the best exchange rate is with Key Currency.

  • Unless fees are unusually high, the exchange rate you receive on converting BWP to ZAR will be the biggest determining factor when working out the cost of transferring Pulas to South Africa.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged as part of the transfer. Key Currency charges the lowest fee of 0 BWP at the moment. We’d always recommend comparing providers for your exact send amount as fees may change.

Amount Received: Money transfer companies will show you the amount of Rand eventually received in South Africa. You can assume that a lower cost of sending from Botswana will result in more money received in South Africa.

How to get the best exchange rate for Pula to Rand

Getting the best exchange rate essential for sending money between BWP and ZAR. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much ZAR you get for your BWP.

Mid-market Rate
1 
=
1.338239 
ZAR

Here is how the currency has performed recently.

  • Over the past 7 days, the mid-market from BWP to ZAR has been 1.33.

  • During this period, the highest value was 1.3388, while the lowest was 1.3242.

  • TorFx, which is our recommended choice to send money online from Botswana to South Africa offers an exchange rate that is only 0.3% above the mid-market rate.

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Payment methods available to fund your Botswana to
South Africa transfer

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the better option for money transfers from Botswana to South Africa.

    Sending money via a bank transfer with a company such as Key Currency for transfers from Botswana to South Africa allows you to benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get with a traditional bank. 


    On average, Key Currency is the best provider for bank transfers of the 4 we tested when sending BWP to South Africa.

    With a fee of BWP0 to send money from Botswana to South Africa, Key Currency offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

    Sending money from Botswana to South Africa with a prepaid or a debit card is very simple with .


    is a leader in card payments for transfers from Botswana to South Africa, competing among a total of 4 active money transfer companies on this route.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to international credit card transfers from Botswana to South Africa, we recommend comparing your options to get the best deal.

    Beware of fees: using a credit card to transfer money often results in a fee being charged by your card issuer. Where possible, we recommend a bank transfer or debit card payment instead.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between South Africa and Botswana.


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 Botswana to South Africa.


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


For a deeper understanding of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we invite you to read our editorial policy document.

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