How to Send Money from the US to South Africa

Looking for a quick, safe, and affordable way to send money from the United States to South Africa? Supporting your family, paying for services, or running a business? This guide will show you how to transfer money easily using Chimoney App.

Why Choose Chimoney for Sending Money to South Africa?

Chimoney App makes international transfers simple with:

Lower fees than traditional banks and other money transfer services
Real-time and competitive exchange rates
Fast transfers that complete near-instantly
No hidden charges
Safe and secure transactions
Highly intuitive and easy-to-use mobile app

Step-by-Step Guide to Send Money

Download the Chimoney App: Head to Google playstore or app store and download the Chimoney App. It's free and available for both iPhone and Android devices.
Create Your Account: Sign up with your email address and complete the KYC process. Approval usually takes minutes or several hours.
Fund Your Wallet: Once your KYC is approved, you can fund your Chimoney App wallet by:

Clicking on ‘Wallet Funding’ in the app’s homepage.
Entering the amount you want to deposit.
Selecting a preferred payment method:
- Card payments (Visa, Mastercard, etc.)
- Interledger wallet
- Interac (for Canadian users)
- Chimoney.io wallet

To send payments:

Enter Transfer Details:

Select your preferred currency

Enter the amount you want to send

Select your recipient's preferred payment method (email, phone number)

Add your recipient's information

Double-check the total amount and recipient details. Hit send when you're ready!

Ways to Receive Money in South Africa

Recipients in South Africa can receive funds via the Chimoney App through email or phone number and can redeem the funds via bank transfers.

How it Works:

The sender sends the payment to the recipient's email or phone number, the recipient will receive a redeem link via email or SMS.

Redeeming Funds via Bank Transfer in South Africa:

When the recipient receives the redeem link, they can follow the link to initiate a bank transfer payout.

Transfer Times and Fees

Transfers to South Africa arrive within seconds when using Chimoney App. Our fees are transparent and typically lower than traditional services:

Basic transfer fee: Starting from 1%
Exchange rate margin: Among the most competitive in the market

Common Questions

How much can I send? You can send up to $3,000 per week to South Africa, with higher limits available for higher tier verified accounts.
Is Chimoney safe? Yes! Chimoney uses bank-level encryption and is fully compliant with US regulations for money transfers.
What if something goes wrong? Our 24/7 customer support team is ready to help. Contact us at support@chimoney.io for immediate assistance.

Ready to Send Money from the US to South Africa?

Download the Chimoney app today and make your first transfer to South Africa in minutes. Fast, secure, and affordable - that's the Chimoney App way.