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Send money from Senegal to United States
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Best choice: Western Union Agent
We tested & reviewed dozens of money transfer providers, and Western Union Agent scored highly.
Transferring 141,650 XOF to USD will cost you CFA3 in fees, and you will receive 236.7 USD. The delivery time is minutes - 5 days, but it depends on the day you make the transfer.
So for a great blend of cost, speed & features, make your Senegal to the United States transfer using Western Union Agent.
How to send money from Senegal to United States
Always compare rates
Don't pay more than you have to. Use our live comparison tool to make sure you get the best rates on converting into US Dollar from Senegal.
Choose a provider
Select the provider offering the best way to send to the United States based on your needs.
Click, sign up & send
Follow the steps & make your transfer. Your US Dollar will soon be on their way to the United States.
Summary of recent searches
Get the most from sending money from Senegal to United States
Compare providers
Comparing providers offering services between Senegal 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 XOF-USD market and have compared 4 providers offering services between Senegal and the United States.
This ensures you will get the most comprehensive options for sending CFA Franc BCEAO 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 Senegal to the United States transfer needs.
Beat the CFA Franc BCEAO-US Dollar exchange rate
Choose the right payment method
Financial regulations across Senegal and United States
Consider minimum and maximum limits
Receiving money in United States
Be ready with your ID
Tax declarations
The fastest way to send money to US from Senegal is by sending cash
Cash transfers are almost instant in most cases.
However, in some cases, it can take a few days to process, depending on your branch, how much you are sending, and the deposit method you use.
Considering there aren’t many XOF/USD transfer options available, this is by far the fastest way to do it.
The cheapest way to to send money to US from Senegal is via PayPal P2P Transfer
The coverage of XOF/USD transfer options is very limited, therefore, PayPal’s P2P transfer service is one of the cheaper options you have, along with cash transfer via Western Union and MoneyGram.
With PayPals P2P transfer, the main cost is the conversion between currencies, which can go as high as % on top of the mid market rate, as well as a XOF transfer fee.
You can also opt to use a cash transfer via MoneyGram or Western Union, which are cheaper in some cases (depending on the amount, deposit method, and your branch).
Sending a large amount of money?
Of the 4 providers compared, Western Union Agent is the best rated for higher transfer amounts.
Sending large amounts of money can be expensive, and while Western Union Agent may not always be the fastest or cheapest way to send money from Senegal to United States, it's a great provider for things like buying or selling property.
Understanding the cost of money transfers from Senegal to United States
The total cost of sending money to United States from Senegal is made up of a combination of mid-market, exchange rates and fees.
The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current mid-market for XOF-USD is 0.0018 USD per CFA Franc BCEAO.
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 CFA Franc BCEAOs.
Over the last 7 days, the average XOF-USD mid-market rate has seen each CFA Franc BCEAO worth 0.0018 USD. Within this we see a high of 0.0018, and a low of 0.0018.
Of the 4 companies compared, Ria Money Transfer offers the best exchange rates.
The biggest factor in the overall cost of sending money is the exchange rate you receive on converting XOF to USD.
Fees: When sending money you may have to pay fees. Ria Money Transfer costs 4 XOF per transfer at the moment, which is the cheapest option of the 4 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 Senegal.
Track the exchange rate for CFA Franc BCEAO to US Dollar
Sending money at the right time between XOF and USD can make a huge difference to overall cost. The exchange rate impacts how much USD you get for your XOF.
Over the last 7 days, the average numbers are:
The exchange rate from XOF to USD averaged 0.0018 USD.
The highest value recorded was 0.0018 USD, while the lowest was 0.0018 USD.
4 providers currently offer transfers between Senegal and the United States close to this rate
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Payment options for transfers from Senegal to United States
Bank transfers
Bank transfers are often the fastest and cheapest way to send money from Senegal to the United States.
Using a money transfer company such as Ria Money Transfer for payments from Senegal to the United States, means you can send via a bank transfer and benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get with a traditional bank.
Ria Money Transfer is the best money transfer provider for bank transfers of the 4 we compared when sending XOF to the United States.With a fee of 4 XOF to transfer money from Senegal to the United States, Ria Money Transfer offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.
Prepaid and debit cards
Sending money with a debit card from Senegal to the United States is easy with Western Union Agent.
Western Union Agent is a leader in debit card money transfers from Senegal to the United States. They are the best option of the 4 transfer companies compared.
Credit cards
Not many money transfer companies offer direct credit card deposits, because it is more expensive for everyone.
We recommend using a bank transfer or a debit card transfer if you can; otherwise, make a quick comparison to find the latest deal.
Fee alert: using a credit card to transfer money internationally 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 Senegal.
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 Senegal to United States.
We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send XOF 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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