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How to send money to South Africa from Kuwait with the best KWD-ZAR rate

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

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

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Mid-market rate as of 07/01/2025: 1 KWD = 58.054127 ZAR
Results below are based on a 2159 KWD search
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Xe
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 124,013.82
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R 2,435 better than a typical bank*

"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

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Regency FX
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 125,000.45
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R 3,422 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 125,025.51
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R 3,447 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 125,000.45
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R 3,422 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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OFX
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 124,278.30
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R 2,700 better than a typical bank*

"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."

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Xe
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 124,013.82
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R 2,435 better than a typical bank*

"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

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Paysend
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 124,059.43
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Xe
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 124,013.82
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R 2,435 better than a typical bank*

"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

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Regency FX
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 125,000.45
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R 3,422 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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Professional, personal service
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Overall best option: OFX

OFX is our recommended company for sending money to South Africa from KWD.

Of the 6 companies that support KWD to ZAR, OFX offered the best combination of cost and speed.

Sending 2,159 KWD to ZAR will cost you .د.ك0 in fees, and you will receive 124,278.3 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 Kuwaiti Dinars to South Africa using OFX.

OFX is the top rated company for sending money from Kuwait (KWD) to South Africa (ZAR) - OFX Screenshot

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Top rated for transfers from Kuwait to South Africa
OFX
Total number of KW - ZA providers
6
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 Kuwait to South Africa

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Compare available providers

A comparison of providers offering services between Kuwait 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 Kuwaiti Dinar to South Africa we've compared 6 providers.

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

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

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Getting the best Kuwaiti Dinar-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 to South Africa from Kuwait: Key Currency

Key Currency offers a combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rates - making it the cheapest transfer service for sending Kuwaiti Dinar to South Africa.

Of the 6 providers compared, data shows that Key Currency is 0.02% cheaper than the second-best option.

The is cost is made up of an average KWD-ZAR exchange rate that is 0.25% different to the mid-market rate and an average fee of 0* KWD.

If you want to secure the best rates on a KWD to South Africa transfer, Key Currency will result in the most Rand received.

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

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

We compared 6 companies and found Regency FX offers the fastest money transfers between Kuwait and South Africa.

The transfer time is minutes - 24 hours with Regency FX for a .د.ك2,159 transfer, but it will depend on the time, day of the week, and the amount you send.

A KWD-Rand transfer through Regency FX comes with a 0 KWD fee (based on a .د.ك2,159 transfer).

To ensure Regency FX was the 'fastest' option we compared 6 providers. This comparison was for overall speed of sending money from Kuwait to South Africa and is a combination of depositing Kuwaiti Dinar, 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 Kuwait.

Need to make a large transfer?

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

OFX is the best option for large transfers of the
6 providers compared.

While OFX may not always be the cheapest or fastest way to send KWD from Kuwait 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 Kuwait

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 KWD-ZAR mid-market rate is 57.9236 ZAR per Kuwaiti Dinar. You will get more Rand for your Kuwaiti Dinars if you find a provider close to this number.

  • For context, over the last 7 days the KWD-ZAR mid-market rate has had a high of 58.4633, a low of 57.9587 and averaged 58.2132 ZAR per Kuwaiti Dinar.

  • Across the 6 companies compared, the best exchange rate is with Key Currency.

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

Fees: Transfer fees are charged as part of the transfer. Key Currency charges the lowest fee of 0 KWD 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 Kuwait will result in more money received in South Africa.

Getting best exchange rate for transfers between Kuwaiti Dinar and Rand

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

Mid-market Rate
1 
=
57.923649 
ZAR

The recent trends between the currencies are:

  • Over the past 7 days, the mid-market rate from KWD to ZAR has moved slightly. On average, it was 58.2132.

  • During this same period,there was a high of 58.4633, and a low of 57.9587.

  • OFX, which is our recommended service to send money online from Kuwait to South Africa offers 57.5629 ZAR per KWD which is only 0.85% above the mid-market rate.

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Payment methods available to fund your Kuwait to
South Africa transfer

  • Bank transfers

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

    Sending money via a bank transfer with a company such as Key Currency for transfers from Kuwait 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 6 we tested when sending KWD to South Africa.

    With a fee of KWD0 to send money from Kuwait to South Africa, Key Currency offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

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


    is a leader in card payments for transfers from Kuwait to South Africa, competing among a total of 6 active money transfer companies on this route.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to international credit card transfers from Kuwait 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 Kuwait.


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 Kuwait to South Africa.


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