How to send money to South Africa from Namibia with the best NAD-ZAR rate

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

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

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Mid-market rate as of 11/28/2025: 1 NAD = 0.999368 ZAR
Results below are based on a 4300 NAD search
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Send cash via a Western Union agent
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Western Union Agent
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 4,079.57
Full transfer details

"Western Union agents help you send money from a wide variety of countries. Find a local branch near you to deposit cash and send your funds abroad."

7.7
Personal account manager
Multi-currency card
Receive to bank account or debit card
Cash pickup
Send cash via a MoneyGram agent
2
MoneyGram Agent
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 4,079.57
Full transfer details

"With MoneyGram you can send money globally. Find a local MoneyGram branch near you to deposit and send cash abroad."

7.5
Personal account manager
Multi-currency card
Receive to bank account or debit card
Cash pickup
Send Money Between PayPal Accounts
3
PayPal App
Recipient gets (ZAR)
R 4,035.69
Full transfer details

"If you and the person you are sending money to both have PayPal apps, you can quickly and easily send money between each other."

5.4
Personal account manager
Multi-currency card
Receive to bank account or debit card
P2P transfer
Mid-market rate updates every 60 minutes

Alternative for Namibia to South Africa

While you can’t send NAD to ZAR with Wise, you can transfer USD to USD.

"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."

Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0%
Fees
0.1% - 2.6%
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The best way to send money from Namibia to South Africa is using PayPal P2P transfer service.

With P2P transfers, if you and your recipient both have the PayPal app, you can send money between them.

You will initiate the transfer in NAD and your recipient will receive the ZAR into their PayPal account.

The downside of this, is that PayPal charges higher fees and the withdrawal options can be limited depending.

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Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Namibia to South Africa
Western Union Agent
Total number of NA - ZA providers
3
Average cheapest fees & rate
Western Union Agent
Average fastest transfer
PayPal App
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Western Union Agent
Best for debit card
PayPal App
Best for credit card
PayPal App

Transfer consider from Namibia to South Africa

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Compare available providers

A comparison of providers offering services between Namibia 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 Namibi Dollar to South Africa we've compared 3 providers.

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

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

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Getting the best Namibi Dollar-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

The cheapest way to send money to South Africa from Namibia is using Western Union cash transfer service.

While online transfers are usually cheaper, there are very few providers offering NAD to ZAR transfers, making cash transfer through a Western Union Agent the most practical and affordable option available.

The overall cost of your transfer includes both the transfer fee (around 3 NAD per 4,300 NAD) and the exchange rate markup applied by Western Union.

These costs can vary depending on the branch location, payment method, and the amount you’re sending, so it’s always worth checking with your branch before making a transfer.

Fastest way to send money to South Africa from Namibia : MoneyGram cash pickup

When speed is your priority, the quickest way to transfer money from Namibia to South Africa is through a MoneyGram cash transfer.

In most cases, funds are available for pickup within minutes, allowing your recipient to collect ZAR almost instantly. Sometimes it can take a day or two, depending on the deposit method, branch, and the amount.

Given the limited online options for NAD to ZAR transfers, using MoneyGram’s cash pickup service remains the fastest and most dependable choice.

Need to make a large transfer?

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

Western Union Agent is the best option for large transfers of the
3 providers compared.

While Western Union Agent may not always be the cheapest or fastest way to send NAD from Namibia 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 from Namibia to South Africa

When calculating the costs of money transfers between Namibia and South Africa, opt for the best combination of fees and exchange rates:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Today, the NAD-ZAR mid-market rate equals 0.9984 ZAR per Namibi Dollar.

  • For reference, the NAD-ZAR average mid-market rate for the past week has been 0.9997 ZAR per Namibi Dollar, with a high of 1.0026 and a low of 0.9963.

  • The company offering the best exchange rate is Western Union Agent (0.9494 ZAR per Namibi Dollar)

  • Often the NAD-ZAR exchange rate you receive is the bigger factor than how much it costs to send Namibi Dollars to South Africa.

Fees: Fees are charged on top of a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is Western Union Agent, only 3 NAD. We would recommend searching for your exact send amount to get an idea of fees.

Amount Received: The amount received in Rand is the biggest indicator the total cost of sending money from Namibia to South Africa. Essentially, the more the recipient receives in South Africa, the less it is costing to send from Namibia.

Track the exchange rate for Namibi Dollar to Rand

Sending money at the right time between NAD and ZAR can make a huge difference to overall cost. The exchange rate impacts how much ZAR you get for your NAD.

Mid-market Rate
1 
NAD
=
0.998379 
ZAR

Over the last 7 days, the average numbers are:

  • The exchange rate from NAD to ZAR averaged 0.9997 ZAR.

  • The highest value recorded was 1.0026 ZAR, while the lowest was 0.9963 ZAR.

  • 3 providers currently offer transfers between Namibia and South Africa close to this rate

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How to pay for money transfers between Namibia and
South Africa

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often fastest, cheapest and best way to send money from Namibia to South Africa.

    Using a money transfer company such as Western Union Agent for transfers from Namibia to South Africa, will mean being able to send money via a bank transfer while benefiting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates. 


    On average, Western Union Agent is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 3 we compared for transfers from NAD to South Africa.

    To send money from Namibia to South Africa, Western Union Agent has a fee of 3 NAD.

  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from Namibia to South Africa with a debit card or a prepaid card is very simple with Western Union Agent.


    Western Union Agent is the cheapest option for sending money with a debit card between Namibia and South Africa. This is of the 3 money transfer companies offering debit card payments on this route.

  • Credit cards

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

    Be aware of fees: using a credit card to transfer money often results in a fee being charged by your card issuer. That's why we recommend bank transfer or debit card 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 Namibia.


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 Namibia to South Africa.


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


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

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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 the founder and CEO of MoneyTransfers.com, with over 10 years’ experience building consumer products across finance, insurance, and travel. A frequent traveler himself, Luke has hands-on experience testing payment and transfer services globally, giving him a unique perspective on the real-world challenges users face. Luke focuses on the payments sector and foreign exchange markets, as well as personal finance more broadly.
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