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How to send money to South Africa from Tanzania with the best TZS-ZAR rate

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

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

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Mid-market rate as of 07/27/2025: 1 TZS = 0.006945 ZAR
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Overall best option: IFX Payments

IFX Payments is our recommended company for sending money to South Africa from TZS.

Of the 1 companies that support TZS to ZAR, IFX Payments offered the best combination of cost and speed.

Sending 17,675,000 TZS to ZAR will cost you TSh0 in fees, and you will receive 122,139.11 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 Tanzanian Shillings to South Africa using IFX Payments.

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Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Tanzania to South Africa
IFX Payments
Total number of TZ - ZA providers
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Average cheapest fees & rate
IFX Payments
Average fastest transfer
IFX Payments
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
IFX Payments

Transfer consider from Tanzania to South Africa

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Compare available providers

A comparison of providers offering services between Tanzania 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 Tanzanian Shilling 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 Tanzania.

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

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Getting the best Tanzanian Shilling-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 Tanzania: IFX Payments

IFX Payments offers the lowest cost transfers of the 1 providers we compared.

Our data shows that IFX Payments is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

IFX Payments offers this through a combination of the 0 TZS fee per transfer and exchange rate between TZS-ZAR that is 0.5% different to the mid-market rate

If you want the cheapest way to send Tanzanian Shilling to South Africa, IFX Payments is our recommended choice.

Fastest way to send money to South Africa from Tanzania: IFX Payments.

Of the 1 companies offering Tanzania to South Africa, IFX Payments is the quickest.

If you send TSh17,675,000 with IFX Payments to South Africa, the transfer time is minutes - 24 hours. This is currently the fastest option, but can vary depending on how much TZS you send to South Africa.

Sending money from Tanzania to South Africa through IFX Payments has a fee of 0 TZS.

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

When looking for the fastest money transfer, IFX Payments is our best choice for sending into South Africa from Tanzania.

Need to make a large transfer?

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

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

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

Understanding the cost of money transfers to South Africa from Tanzania

The total cost of sending money to South Africa from Tanzania is a mix of the mid-market, exchange rates and transfer fees.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The mid-market for TZS-ZAR is 0.0069 ZAR per Tanzanian Shilling.

Using a transfer company with an exchange rate as close to the mid-market rate as possible will result in being able to buy more Rand for your Tanzanian Shillings.

The TZS-ZAR mid-market rate over the last 7 days has seen the Tanzanian Shilling worth an average 0.0068 ZAR. Within this there has been a high of 0.007, and a low of 0.0067.

From 1 companies compared, IFX Payments offers the strongest exchange rates.

The biggest factor in the overall cost of sending money is the exchange rate you receive on converting TZS to ZAR.

Fees: When sending money there may be additional fees. IFX Payments offers the lowest fee of the 1 providers tested, costing 0 TZS per transfer (based on TSh17,675,000 transferred).

Amount Received: When comparing providers, the best measure is the amount of Rand eventually received in South Africa.

This number should allow you to determine if you are getting a good deal. A higher amount of money received in South Africa, means a better overall cost of sending money from Tanzania.

Finding the best exchange rate for Tanzanian Shilling to Rand

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

Mid-market Rate
1 
TZS
=
0.006945 
ZAR

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

  • The exchange rate from TZS to ZAR averaged 0.0068 ZAR.

  • The highest value recorded was 0.007 ZAR, while the lowest was 0.0067 ZAR.

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

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How to pay for money transfers between Tanzania and
South Africa

  • Bank transfers

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

    Using a money transfer company such as IFX Payments for transfers from Tanzania 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, IFX Payments is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 1 we compared for transfers from TZS to South Africa.

    To send money from Tanzania to South Africa, IFX Payments has a fee of 0 TZS.

  • Debit cards and prepaid options

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


    is the cheapest option for sending money with a debit card between Tanzania and South Africa. This is of the 1 money transfer companies offering debit card payments on this route.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to credit card transfers from Tanzania 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 Tanzania.


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 Tanzania to South Africa.


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