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Compare the best money transfer service from Uganda to South Africa

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

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

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Companies for transfers from Uganda to South Africa

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"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."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.15% - 1.5%

"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."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.15% - 1.5%

Overall best option: Regency FX

Regency FX is our recommended company for sending money to South Africa from UGX.

Of the 7 companies that support UGX to ZAR, Regency FX offered the best combination of cost and speed.

Overall, Regency FX appeared in 50% of Uganda to South Africa searches, consistently scoring as one of the best ways to send UGX to ZAR.

So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, send Ugand Shillings to South Africa using Regency FX.

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

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Uganda to South Africa
Regency FX
Total number of UG - ZA providers
7
Average cheapest fees & rate
Regency FX
Average fastest transfer
Moneycorp
Best for bank transfers
Moneycorp
Best for debit card
Wise

Transfer consider from Uganda to South Africa

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Compare available providers

A comparison of providers offering services between Uganda 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 Ugand Shilling to South Africa we've compared 7 providers.

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

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

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Getting the best Ugand 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 Uganda: Moneycorp

Moneycorp offers a combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rates - making it the cheapest transfer service for sending Ugand Shilling to South Africa.

Of the 7 providers compared, data shows that Moneycorp is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

The is cost is made up of an average UGX-ZAR exchange rate that is 1.96% different to the mid-market rate and an average fee of 0* UGX.

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

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

Fastest money transfers to South Africa from Uganda: Moneycorp.

We tested 7 companies offering transfers from Ugand Shilling to South Africa and Moneycorp offered the quickest options.

Through our research, we found Moneycorp to be the quickest way to send UGX into Rand in 50% of instances. For fast transfers between UGX and ZAR, Moneycorp is generally a good option.

Money transfers from Uganda to South Africa through Moneycorp have an average fee of 0 UGX.

To confirm that Moneycorp was the 'fastest' option we compared 7 money transfer providers for overall speed of sending money from Uganda to South Africa. This was made up of depositing Ugand Shilling to a money transfer account and transfer times to South Africa.

When sending quickly is a priority, Moneycorp is our recommended choice for sending into South Africa from Uganda.

Need to make a large transfer?

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

Regency FX is the best option for large transfers of the
7 providers compared.

While Regency FX may not always be the cheapest or fastest way to send UGX from Uganda 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 Uganda

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

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The mid-market for UGX-ZAR is 0.0052 ZAR per Ugand 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 Ugand Shillings.

The UGX-ZAR mid-market rate over the last three months has seen the Ugand Shilling worth an average 0.0049 ZAR. Within this there has been a high of 0.005, and a low of 0.0047.

From 7 companies compared, Regency FX offers the strongest exchange rates.

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

Fees: When sending money there may be additional fees. Regency FX offers the lowest fee of the 7 providers tested, averaging 0 UGX per transfer over the last 6 months.

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 Uganda.

Track the exchange rate for Ugand Shilling to Rand

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

Mid-market Rate
1
= 0.005161 ZAR

Over the last six months, the average numbers are:

  • The exchange rate from UGX to ZAR averaged 0.0049 ZAR.

  • The highest value recorded was 0.005 ZAR, while the lowest was 0.0047 ZAR.

  • 7 providers currently offer transfers between Uganda and South Africa close to this rate

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How to pay for money transfers between Uganda and
South Africa

  • Bank transfers

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

    Using a money transfer company such as Moneycorp for transfers from Uganda to South Africa, will mean being able to send money via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates. 


    On average, Moneycorp is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 7 we compared for transfers from UGX to South Africa.

    To send money from Uganda to South Africa, Moneycorp has an average fee of 0 UGX.

  • Debit cards and prepaid options

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


    Wise is the cheapest option for sending money with a debit card between Uganda and South Africa. This is of the 7 money transfer companies offering debit card payments on this route.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to credit card money transfers from Uganda to South Africa, emerges as our top choice of the 7 companies offering this service.

    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 Uganda.


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 Uganda to South Africa.


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