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Compare the best money transfer service from Ireland to South Africa

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

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

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Wise was the top rated provider from Ireland to South Africa

"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."

Fees
0.1% - 2.6%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0%
OFX was the cheapest from Ireland to South Africa

"OFX have been helping individuals and businesses send money for over 25 years. Transfer in 50+ currencies to 170+ countries, with 24/7 phone access to currency experts."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%
Paysend was the fastest from Ireland to South Africa
Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
1 - 3%
OFX was the best for large transfers from Ireland to South Africa

"OFX have been helping individuals and businesses send money for over 25 years. Transfer in 50+ currencies to 170+ countries, with 24/7 phone access to currency experts."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

Overall best option: Wise

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

Of the 21 companies that support EUR to ZAR, Wise offered the best combination of cost and speed.

Overall, Wise appeared in 100% of Ireland to South Africa searches, consistently scoring as one of the best ways to send EUR to ZAR.

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

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Compare for the best deal on your Ireland to South Africa transfer

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Ireland to South Africa
Wise
Total number of IE - ZA providers
21
Average cheapest fees & rate
OFX
Average fastest transfer
Paysend
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
OFX
Best for debit card
Xe
Best for credit card
Xe

Transfer consider from Ireland to South Africa

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Compare available providers

A comparison of providers offering services between Ireland 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 Euro to South Africa we've compared 21 providers.

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

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 Ireland to South Africa.

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Getting the best Euro-Rand exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulators
5
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 from Ireland to South Africa: OFX

OFX offers the lowest cost transfers of the 21 compared.

Data collected for transfers between Ireland and South Africa over the past six months shows that OFX is 0.2% cheaper than the second-best option.

This cost combines an average exchange rate between the Euro and Rand that is 0% different to the mid-market rate and an average fee of 0* EUR.

*The most common fee applied to EUR-ZAR by OFX, based on data from the past six months.

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Fastest way to send money to South Africa from Ireland: Paysend.

Of the 21 companies offering Ireland to South Africa, Paysend is the quickest.

In our comparison, we found Paysend to be the fastest way to send Euros to Rand in 50% of transfers. For quick transfers between EUR and ZAR, Paysend comes highly recommended.

Sending money from Ireland to South Africa through Paysend has an average fee of 0 EUR.

To find the fastest company, we compared 21 money transfer providers for the overall speed of sending money from Ireland to South Africa. This was made up of depositing Euro to a money transfer account and transfer times to South Africa.

When looking for the fastest money transfer, Paysend is our best choice for sending into South Africa from Ireland.

Need to make a large transfer?

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

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

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

Understanding the costs involved when transferring money to South Africa from Ireland

When calculating the cost of sending money from Ireland to South Africa, a combination of fees and exchange rates ensure the best deal:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current EUR-ZAR mid-market rate is 19.0753 ZAR per Euro. Finding a provider as close to this number as possible will ensure more Rand for your money.

  • As a comparison, the EUR-ZAR mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 19.7591 ZAR per Euro, hitting a high of 20.597 and a low of 19.0191.

  • OFX is currently offering the best exchange rate on transfers between Ireland and South Africa.

  • Often the EUR-ZAR exchange rate you receive will be the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending Euro to South Africa.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged on top of a transfer. OFX currently offers lowest fees, at an average of 0 EUR 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 Rand is the biggest indicator in the total cost of sending money to Ireland from South Africa. The higher the total amount received in South Africa, the lower the cost of sending from Ireland.

Getting best exchange rate for transfers between Euro and Rand

Timing is essential for transferring money between EUR and ZAR. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much ZAR you get for your EUR.

Mid-market Rate
1
= 19.075325 ZAR

The recent trends between the currencies are:

  • Over the past six months, the mid-market rate from EUR to ZAR has moved slightly. On average, it was 19.7591.

  • During this same period,there was a high of 20.597, and a low of 19.0191.

  • Wise, which is our recommended service to send money online from Ireland to South Africa offers an exchange rate that is only 0.06% above the mid-market rate.

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Payment methods available to fund your Ireland to
South Africa transfer

  • Bank transfers

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

    Sending money via a bank transfer with a company such as OFX for transfers from Ireland 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, OFX is the best provider for bank transfers of the 21 we tested when sending EUR to South Africa.

    With an average fee of EUR0 to send money from Ireland to South Africa, OFX offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

    Sending money from Ireland 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 Ireland to South Africa, competing among a total of 21 active money transfer companies on this route.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to transferring money with a credit card from Ireland to South Africa, Xe emerges as our top choice of the 21 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 Ireland.


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 Ireland to South Africa.


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