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How to send money to Zimbabwe from South Africa with the best ZAR-USD rate

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

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

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Send money from South Africa to Zimbabwe

While you can’t send ZAR 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."

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How to send money from South Africa to Zimbabwe

Sending money from South Africa to Zimbabwe doesn’t have a huge amount of options. Because of this, we would recommend sending money via:

Getting the best deal on your South Africa to Zimbabwe transfer

Sending money from South Africa to Zimbabwe: key insights and tips

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Compare all the options

Don't settle for the first option. Always compare ways to send money from South Africa to Zimbabwe to find out about fees, speed, and reliability.

Your analysis should include all the providers that operate between South Africa and Zimbabwe. Through this, you get a comprehensive view of all the options you have in South Africa when you need to send money to Zimbabwe.

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Think about the Rand-US Dollar exchange rate
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Keep your money safe
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Consider transfer limits
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How to receive money in Zimbabwe
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Have your ID ready
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Don't forget about taxes

Cheapest way to send money from South Africa to Zimbabwe

Without any money transfer providers serving the South Africa to Zimbabwe route, the cheapest money transfer options are limited.

We would recommend using:

Understanding the costs involved when moving money from South Africa to Zimbabwe

When calculating the costs of money transfers between South Africa and Zimbabwe, here's what really matters:

The Mid-Market Rate: Today, the ZAR-USD mid-market rate equals to 0.056. Keep in mind that this rate fluctuates all the time.

The ZAR-USD average exchange rate of the past week has been 0.0567, with a highest of 0.057 and a lowest of 0.0562.

Fees and Markups: When you pick a service with competitive exchange rates and low fees, you get to make the most out of your ZAR to USD transfers. This strategy keeps your costs down, offering a smart way to handle your international transactions.

Getting best exchange rate for transfers between Rand and US Dollar

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

Mid-market Rate
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The recent trends between the currencies are:

  • Over the past 7 days, the mid-market rate from ZAR to USD has moved slightly. On average, it was 0.0567.

  • During this same period,there was a high of 0.057, and a low of 0.0562.

  • , which is our recommended service to send money online from South Africa to Zimbabwe offers USD per ZAR which is only % above the mid-market rate.

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What payment methods are available when sending money from South Africa to
Zimbabwe?

  • Sending bank transfers from South Africa to Zimbabwe

    Bank transfers are the most common way of sending ZAR to Zimbabwe as they are secure, reliable, and convenient.

    If you want to send Rands to Zimbabwe via bank transfer, you can use your bank where no provider is available, but it will likely be at a bad exchange rate.

  • Sending money from South Africa to Zimbabwe by credit card

    Credit card payments are quick, convenient, and typically more secure than other methods, thanks to backing by the issuing party. Some users may even be able to rack up reward points when making large transactions.

    If you want to send Rands to Zimbabwe with a credit card.

    Note: Beware of charges

    Credit card payments are often classified as cash advances, which bring their own charges, as well as currency conversion and usage fees. Forgetting to pay your balance can also result in high interest charges, and can even damage your credit score.

  • Sending money from South Africa to Zimbabwe by payment apps

    If you’d like to send money from South Africa to Zimbabwe via payment app, follow these steps:

    1. Download the app and register. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play. You’ll need to register to be able to open an account. Make sure the app services transfers from South Africa to Zimbabwe.

    2. Enter your details. Enter any of the details required. You may need a valid form of ID.

    3. Start your transfer. Enter the details of your recipient. Some apps will require full payment details, while others allow you to pay with just an email address. You may need to state that you’re planning to send money to Zimbabwe in US Dollar at this stage.

    4. Check the details. It’s vital that you check the details you’ve added to make sure everything is correct. It can be very difficult to reverse a transfer, and most payment apps don’t let you cancel a transfer from South Africa to Zimbabwe after it’s been sent.

    5. Send the money. Your app will probably charge a fee for the transfer. They may also add a markup to the ZAR to USD exchange rate. Check the rate they’re offering against the mid-market rate to make sure you’re getting a good deal.

    The current mid-market rate of ZAR to USD is 0.0561

How we analyze the market

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


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


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.
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