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How to send money to South Africa from Swaziland with the best SZL-ZAR rate

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

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

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Mid-market rate as of 08/10/2025: 1 SZL = 1.002688 ZAR
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WorldRemit
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R 131,677.30
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R 3,174 better than a typical bank*

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Overall best option: WorldRemit

WorldRemit is our recommended company for sending money to South Africa from SZL.

Of the 1 companies that support SZL to ZAR, WorldRemit offered the best combination of cost and speed.

Sending 132,122 SZL to ZAR will cost you L5 in fees, and you will receive 131,677.3 ZAR. The delivery time usually is minutes - 2 days, but can be longer depending when you make the transfer.

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

WorldRemit is the top rated company for sending money from Swaziland (SZL) to South Africa (ZAR) - WorldRemit Screenshot 1
WorldRemit is the top rated company for sending money from Swaziland (SZL) to South Africa (ZAR) - WorldRemit Screenshot 2

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Top rated for transfers from Swaziland to South Africa
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Transfer consider from Swaziland to South Africa

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Compare available providers

A comparison of providers offering services between Swaziland 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 Lilangeni to South Africa we've compared 1 providers.

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

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

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Getting the best Lilangeni-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 Swaziland to South Africa: WorldRemit

WorldRemit is the cheapest way to send money to South Africa from Swaziland out of the 1 companies compared.

Data collected over the past week shows that WorldRemit is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

This includes the transfer fee of 5 SZL an exchange rate for buying Rand with Lilangenis that is 0.6% different to the mid-market rate.

If you want to secure the best rates on transfers from Swaziland to South Africa, WorldRemit will result in the most Rand received.

WorldRemit is the cheapest way to send money from Swaziland (SZL) to South Africa (ZAR) - WorldRemit Screenshot 1
WorldRemit is the cheapest way to send money from Swaziland (SZL) to South Africa (ZAR) - WorldRemit Screenshot 2

Fastest way to send money to South Africa from Swaziland: WorldRemit.

Of the 1 companies offering Swaziland to South Africa, WorldRemit is the quickest.

If you send L132,122 with WorldRemit to South Africa, the transfer time is minutes - 2 days. This is currently the fastest option, but can vary depending on how much SZL you send to South Africa.

Sending money from Swaziland to South Africa through WorldRemit has a fee of 5 SZL.

To find the fastest company, we compared 1 money transfer providers for the overall speed of sending money from Swaziland to South Africa. This was made up of depositing Lilangeni to a money transfer account and transfer times to South Africa.

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

WorldRemit is the fastest way to send money from Swaziland (SZL) to South Africa (ZAR) - WorldRemit Screenshot 1
WorldRemit is the fastest way to send money from Swaziland (SZL) to South Africa (ZAR) - WorldRemit Screenshot 2

Need to make a large transfer?

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

WorldRemit is the best option for large transfers of the
1 providers compared.

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

Understanding the cost of transferring money from Swaziland to South Africa

The total cost of money transfers from Swaziland to South Africa is a combination of fees and exchange rates. Get the best of both, and you will be getting a good deal.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The mid-market rate for SZL-ZAR is currently 1.0034 ZAR per Lilangeni. Providers offering services closer to this rate will ensure more Rand for your Lilangenis.

  • To give a historic average, over the last 7 days the SZL-ZAR mid-market rate has been 0.9997 ZAR per Lilangeni, this has had a high of 1.0029 and a low of 0.9959.

  • From the 1 companies compared, WorldRemit offers the best exchange rate on transfers to South Africa and Swaziland.

  • Generally, the exchange rate you receive on converting SZL to ZAR will be the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending Lilangenis to South Africa.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged alongside a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is WorldRemit, just 5 SZL per transfer. In all cases, we recommend searching for your exact send amount as fees may change.

Amount Received: Money transfer companies will show you the amount eventually received in Rand. Simply, the higher the amount received in Swaziland, the lower the cost of sending from South Africa.

Finding the best exchange rate for Lilangeni to Rand

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

Mid-market Rate
1 
SZL
=
1.003412 
ZAR

Over the last week, here’s what we’ve seen:

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

  • The highest value recorded was 1.0029 ZAR, while the lowest was 0.9959 ZAR.

  • There are currently 1 providers offering transfers between Swaziland and South Africa close to this rate

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Swaziland to
South Africa money transfer payment methods

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the best payment method for money transfers from Swaziland to South Africa.

    A money transfer company like offer bank transfers between Swaziland and South Africa with lower fees and better exchange rates than you would get from a traditional bank. 


    On average, is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 1 we tested when sending SZL to South Africa.

    has a fee of SZL for money transfersfrom Swaziland to South Africa. Overall, they offer a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

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


    is a leader in debit card payments for transfers from Swaziland to South Africa, competing among a total of 1 active money transfer companies on this route.

  • Credit cards


    We recommend avoiding credit cards where possible due to a lack of support and high fees.

    If you have to use a credit card, we recommend comparing your options to find the company with the lowest fees.

    Fee alert: using a credit card to transfer money can result in a fee being charged by your card issuer as it is considered as a cash advance. 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 Swaziland.


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 Swaziland to South Africa.


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