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Compare ways to send money from South Africa to Switzerland

Compare the best ways to send money from South Africa to Switzerland. Explore the fastest, cheapest, and most reliable providers with the best ZAR to CHF exchange rates.

Read on for the best deals, expert information, and all you need to send money to Switzerland from South Africa.

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Companies for transfers from South Africa to Switzerland

Sponsored - Managed Service

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation advice & no max transfer limit."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

"Currencies Direct have over 30 years of global money transfer expertise. Award winning service with a TrustPilot rating of 4.9. Lock-in rates for the future or trade 24/7 on web or mobile."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.2% - 0.7%

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation advice & no max transfer limit."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

"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."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

"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."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 3 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 0.6%

"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%

"Lumon has cared for over 69,000 customers since 2000. Get support for larger transfers from dedicated currency specialists."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
1% - 2%

"Cambridge Currencies is a boutique UK-based currency broker helping clients send funds globally. Expect personable service & competitive rates from this new industry entrant."

Fees
No fees
Transfer Speed
0-5 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.5% - 1.2%

"Securely send money to and from 150+ countries and 20+ currencies. Same-day transfers avaialble on most major currencies."

Fees
£/€/$3 - 5
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
1 - 2%

"Moneycorp is an established player in the market, with a focus on private clients and corporates. Make overseas payments in over 120 currencies and 190 countries."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.5% - 2%

Overall best way: Currencies Direct

Currencies Direct is our recommended company for ZAR to CHF transfers.

Currencies Direct scored the highest of the 14 money transfer companies supporting ZAR to CHF transfers.

In total, Currencies Direct appeared in 66.7% of South Africa to Switzerland searches.

For a great mix of cost, speed & features, we advise using Currencies Direct for your South Africa to Switzerland transfer.

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How to compare deals on South Africa to Switzerland money transfers

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from South Africa to Switzerland
Currencies Direct
Total number of ZA - CH providers
14
Average cheapest fees & rate
Regency FX
Average fastest transfer
TorFx
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Lumon

Sending money from South Africa to Switzerland considerations

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Compare providers

A comparison of providers offering services between South Africa and Switzerland is the easiest way to ensure the best deal.

We've compared 14 providers that offer services for sending Rand to Switzerland.

This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Switzerland from South Africa.

Whilst we rate Currencies Direct as the best overall, comparing gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from South Africa to Switzerland.

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Get the most from the Rand-Swiss Franc exchange rate
3
Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulations in South Africa and Switzerland
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Consider transfer limits
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How to receive money
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money from South Africa to Switzerland: Lumon

We compared 14 money transfer companies and Lumon offers the cheapest transfer service between South Africa and Switzerland.

On average, Lumon fees were 0* ZAR per transfer and customers would expect an exchange rate between ZAR-CHF that is 1% different to the mid-market rate

Against the others tested, Lumon is 0.4% cheaper than the second-best option.

To secure a cheap way to transfer ZAR to Switzerland, Lumon is our recommendation.

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

Fastest way to send money from South Africa to Switzerland: TorFx.

TorFx is the quickest way to send Rand to Switzerland of the 14 companies offering the service.

Data from the last six months shows TorFx to be the quickest way to send money from South Africa to Swiss Franc in 33.3% of searches. For fast transfers between ZAR and CHF, TorFx comes highly recommended.

Using TorFx for fast transfers from South Africa to Switzerland has an average fee of 0 ZAR.

Within our comparison we looked at the 14 money transfer providers offering transfers from South Africa to Switzerland. Within this we looked at overall speed of sending money from South Africa to Switzerland after depositing Rand to a money transfer account.

When faster money transfers are a priority, TorFx is our recommended choice for sending into Switzerland from South Africa.

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Send large sums of money abroad with Currencies Direct

Transferring bigger amounts of money to Switzerland from South Africa needs a strong exchange rate and effective transfer management.

From the
14 options we compared, Currencies Direct offers the strongest all-round option for large transfers to Switzerland from South Africa.

Whatever the reason, sending large sums of money can be expensive if you get a bad exchange rate from Swiss Francs to Swiss Franc.

As such, we recommend Currencies Direct for large transfers between Switzerland and South Africa.

Understanding the cost of sending money to Switzerland from South Africa

The cost of sending money from Switzerland to Switzerland, is made-up of a combination of fees and exchange rates:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The mid-market rate determines a mid-price for buying currency. The current mid-market rate from ZAR-CHF is 0.0489 CHF per Rand.

  • Finding a provider offering an exchange as close to 0.0489 as possible will ensure more Swiss Franc received when transferring.

  • For context, the ZAR-CHF mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 0.0491 CHF per Rand. This includes a high of 0.0498, and low of 0.0484.

  • CurrencyFair currently offers the best exchange rate on transfers from South Africa to Switzerland.

For the most part the ZAR-CHF exchange rate you receive is the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending ZAR to Switzerland.

Fees: Outside of exchange rates, you may need to pay a fee to send. Regency FX currently offers the lowest fees on transfers to Switzerland from South Africa, averaging 0 ZAR over the last 6 months. Although this does include large transfers as well, we recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

Amount Received: The amount received in Swiss Franc is the amount you started with, minus the amount you paid in the exchange and fees.

The better deal you get on exchanging Rands to CHF, paired with a low fee, means a higher total amount received in Switzerland.

Getting best exchange rate for transfers between Rand and Swiss Franc

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

Mid-market Rate
1 
=
0.048942 
CHF

The recent trends between the currencies are:

  • Over the past six months, the mid-market rate from ZAR to CHF has moved slightly. On average, it was 0.0491.

  • During this same period,there was a high of 0.0498, and a low of 0.0484.

  • Currencies Direct, which is our recommended service to send money online from South Africa to Switzerland offers an exchange rate that is only 0.87% above the mid-market rate.

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Payment options for South Africa to
Switzerland money transfers

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are usually the best and easiest way to send money from South Africa to Switzerland.

    By using a money transfer company such as Lumon for transfers from South Africa to Switzerland, you can send money via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get from a traditional bank.


    Lumon is the cheapest money transfer company for bank transfers from the 14 we compared for transfers from ZAR into Switzerland.

    With an average fee of 0 ZAR to send money from South Africa to Switzerland, Lumon offers a strong combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from South Africa to Switzerland with a debit or a prepaid card is available through .


    is a one of the cheaper options for debit card payments for transfers from South Africa to Switzerland. This cost is against a total of 14 money transfer companies offering this option.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to international credit card transfers from South Africa to Switzerland, emerges as our top choice of the 14 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. Where possible, we recommend a bank transfer or debit card payment.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Switzerland and South Africa.


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 South Africa to Switzerland.


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


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 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.