How to send money to the US from Namibia with the best NAD-USD rate

Get the best deals when you transfer from Namibia to United States. Find the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best NAD to USD exchange rates.

Read on for the best deals, expert information, and all you need to send money to United States from Namibia.

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Send money from Namibia to United States

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Mid-market rate as of 11/21/2025: 1 NAD = 0.058128 USD
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 (USD)
$237.29
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 (USD)
$237.29
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 (USD)
$234.73
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 United States

While you can’t send NAD to USD 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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Best way to send money to US from Namibia: MoneyGram cash transfer

Based on our comparisons and analysis, we found that very few providers currently support NAD to USD transfers online.

Because of this limited coverage, the most reliable option is to send cash through a MoneyGram Agent.

Transfer fees vary depending on your location and the amount you send, but in most cases you can expect to pay around 3 NAD per 4,300 NAD transferred.

Before sending, check with your local branch or the MoneyGram website to confirm which deposit methods are available for you (it can be online deposit or cash in-store).

How to to send from Namibia to United States in the best way

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Namibia to United States
Western Union Agent
Total number of NA - US 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

Get the most from sending money from Namibia to United States

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between Namibia and the United States based on your specific transfer amount, is the easiest way to get the best price on your transfer.

We cover the entire NAD-USD market and have compared 3 providers offering services between Namibia and the United States.

This ensures you will get the most comprehensive options for sending Namibi Dollar to the United States.

Whilst we rate Western Union Agent as the best overall for transfers between the two countries, comparing gives you the best idea for your specific Namibia to the United States transfer needs.

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Beat the Namibi Dollar-US Dollar exchange rate

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Choose the right payment method

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Financial regulations across Namibia and United States

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Consider minimum and maximum limits

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Receiving money in United States

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Be ready with your ID

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Tax declarations

The fastest way to to send NAD to US is using PayPal (P2P Transfer)

If you and your recipient both have the PayPal app, the transfer is instant.

However, the withdrawal time from the PayPal account to the bank account or mobile wallet could take some time (from minutes to couple of days depending on the amount and account status).

With the limited NAD/USD transfer options, this is one of the fastest options you have.

Alternatively, you may want to consider sending cash via Western Union or MoneyGram.

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In most cases cash transfers with Western Union are instant, and your recipient will be able to collect USD in minutes.

However, depending on how much you send, it can take a bit longer (up to a day) due to the processing time.

With the limited number of money transfer companies servicing NAD/USD, cash transfer with Western Union is the fastest way.

Sending large sums of money?

For transferring a bigger sum of money to the United States from Namibia, we’d recommend using a provider that can offer a hands-on approach.

Of the
3 companies tested, Western Union Agent is the best rated for larger transfer amounts.

Whether for a property purchase, or as a gift, sending large amounts of money to United States from Namibia can be expensive.

Western Union Agent is our choice for big transfers to NAD because of all round price, speed and management when making large transfers.

Understanding the cost of money transfers from Namibia to United States

The total cost of sending money to United States from Namibia is made up of a combination of mid-market, exchange rates and fees.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current mid-market for NAD-USD is 0.0575 USD per Namibi Dollar.

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 US Dollar for your Namibi Dollars.

Over the last 7 days, the average NAD-USD mid-market rate has seen each Namibi Dollar worth 0.0582 USD. Within this we see a high of 0.0585, and a low of 0.058.

Of the 3 companies compared, Western Union Agent offers the best exchange rates.

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

Fees: When sending money you may have to pay fees. Western Union Agent costs 3 NAD per transfer at the moment, which is the cheapest option of the 3 providers compared. We would recommend searching to ensure you get the correct fee for your transfer amount.

Amount Received: When comparing providers, the best measure is the amount of US Dollar eventually received in the United States.

This number should be a guide for your decision if cost is important. A higher amount of money received in the United States means a better overall cost of sending money from Namibia.

Track the exchange rate for Namibi Dollar to US Dollar

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

Mid-market Rate
1 
NAD
=
0.057531 
USD

Over the last 7 days, the average numbers are:

  • The exchange rate from NAD to USD averaged 0.0582 USD.

  • The highest value recorded was 0.0585 USD, while the lowest was 0.058 USD.

  • 3 providers currently offer transfers between Namibia and the United States close to this rate

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How to pay for money transfers between Namibia and
United States

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often fastest, cheapest and best way to send money from Namibia to the United States.

    Using a money transfer company such as Western Union Agent for transfers from Namibia to the United States, 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 the United States.

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

  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from Namibia to the United States 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 the United States. 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 the United States, 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 United States 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 United States.


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


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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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 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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