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Compare the best money transfer service from India to South Africa

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

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

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Overall best option: Wise

Wise is our recommended company for sending money to South Africa from INR.

Of the 8 companies that support INR to ZAR, Wise offered the best combination of cost and speed.

Overall, Wise appeared in 52.3% of India to South Africa searches, consistently scoring as one of the best ways to send INR to ZAR.

So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, send Indian Rupees to South Africa using Wise.

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Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from India to South Africa
Wise
Total number of IN - ZA providers
8
Average cheapest fees & rate
Ria Money Transfer
Average fastest transfer
Ria Money Transfer
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Ria Money Transfer
Best for debit card
Wise

Transfer consider from India to South Africa

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Compare available providers

A comparison of providers offering services between India 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 Indian Rupee to South Africa we've compared 8 providers.

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

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

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Getting the best Indian Rupee-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 transfer money from India to South Africa: Ria Money Transfer

Ria Money Transfer offers the lowest cost transfers between India and South Africa out of the 8 providers compared.

Our data shows Ria Money Transfer is 0% cheaper than the second-best option. The company offers an average fee of 4* INR and an average exchange rate between INR and ZAR that is 2.8% different to the mid-market rate.

For a cheap way to send INR to South Africa, Ria Money Transfer is a great all round choice.

*The most common fee applied to INR-ZAR by Ria Money Transfer, based on data from the past six months.

Fastest company to send money to South Africa from India: Ria Money Transfer.

We compared 8 companies for fast transfers from Indian Rupees to South Africa and Ria Money Transfer came out on top.

Through our data, Ria Money Transfer was the quickest way to send money from India to Rand 67.3% of the time.

Sending money through Ria Money Transfer to South Africa from India has an average fee of 4 INR.

To understand who was the fastest, we tested Ria Money Transfer as part of 8 money transfer providers. Within this, we looked at the overall speed of sending money from India to South Africa. This was made up of transfer times to South Africa after Indian Rupees were added to a money transfer account.

When fast money transfers between India and South Africa are a priority, Ria Money Transfer is our recommended choice.

Need to make a large transfer?

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

Wise is the best option for large transfers of the
8 providers compared.

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

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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 INR-ZAR mid-market rate is 0.2125 ZAR per Indian Rupee. You will get more Rand for your Indian Rupees if you find a provider close to this number.

  • For context, over the last three months the INR-ZAR mid-market rate has had a high of 0.2265, a low of 0.2043 and averaged 0.2124 ZAR per Indian Rupee.

  • Across the 8 companies compared, the best exchange rate is with Wise.

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

Fees: Transfer fees are charged as part of the transfer. Ria Money Transfer at an average of 4 INR per transfer over the last 6 months, offers the lowest fees overall. 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 India will result in more money received in South Africa.

Getting the best exchange rate for Indian Rupee to Rand

Tracking the mid-market rate can make a huge difference when sending money INR to ZAR. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much ZAR you get for your INR.

Mid-market Rate
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= 0.212514 ZAR

Here's some data on recent trends in the mid-market rate.

  • Over the past six months, the interbank rate from INR to ZAR has seen some fluctuation. On average, it has been 0.2124.

  • During this period, the highest value level was 0.2265, with a low of 0.2043.

  • Wise, which is our recommended service to send money online from India to South Africa offers an exchange rate that is only 0% above the mid-market rate.

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Payment methods available to fund your India to
South Africa transfer

  • Bank transfers

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

    Sending money via a bank transfer with a company such as Ria Money Transfer for transfers from India 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, Ria Money Transfer is the best provider for bank transfers of the 8 we tested when sending INR to South Africa.

    With an average fee of INR4 to send money from India to South Africa, Ria Money Transfer offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

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


    Wise is a leader in card payments for transfers from India to South Africa, competing among a total of 8 active money transfer companies on this route.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to transferring money with a credit card from India to South Africa, emerges as our top choice of the 8 companies offering this service.

    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 India.


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 India to South Africa.


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