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Send money to South Africa

Fast and secure online money transfers at competitive rates when you send money to South Africa from Australia. Transfer today.

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AUD – Australian dollar

OFX fee

+ $0.00 AUD

Amount to be converted

$10,000.00 AUD

Your customer rate

11.5789

Converted to

R0 ZAR

Estimated intermediary or bank fee

– R0.00 ZAR

ZAR – South African rand
South Africa
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AU$293bn+

transfers to date

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years ASX listed

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global offices

How to send money to South Africa from Australia

1. Registration.

We’ll ask for some personal details to create your account and verify your identity.

2. Verification.

Electronic verification keeps things moving before we give you a call to make sure you’re good to go.

3. Book your transfer.

Tell us the amount you want to send, or what your recipient needs to receive and see your rate.

4. Send your funds.

You’ll be notified when funds hit our intermediary account. Track your transfer online, in-app or via SMS.

What is the best way to send money to South Africa from Australia?

When you send money to South Africa with OFX for most transfers you can simply send your funds via bank transfer or Bpay.

Please note that payment methods vary based on the currency being sent. Once you lock in your transfer, we will inform you of available payment options.

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How long does it take to transfer money to South Africa from Australia?

Most international money transfers to South Africa are completed within 1-2 business days of OFX receiving your funds.

Our global network of banking partners enables us to move your money efficiently, through some of the fastest payment schemes available globally.

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Your rate to send money to South Africa now

Need to send money now? Check your customer transfer rate based on the live market.

AUD/ZAR exchange rates

Not sure how the current market exchange rate for South African rands stack up? Review past performance for your currency pair.

Rate alerts for South African rand

Want to know the best time to transfer to South Africa? Set up a Rate Alert for your currency pair and we’ll let you know if the rate hits.

FAQs

Can I send money to South Africa with a mobile app?

Yes, you can send money to South Africa online using the OFX app available on Android and iOS. Download the app now.

Can I send money from an Australian bank account to South Africa?

OFX can transfer funds to almost any bank in South Africa, including, but not limited to:

African Bank Limited, Capitec Bank, Commercial Bank of South Africa PLC, First National Bank, FirstRand Bank, Imperial Bank South Africa, Nedbank Limited, Standard Bank of South Africa, Barclays Africa Group

How can I send money to a friend in South Africa from Australia?

Whether it’s a gift or a lifeline, when you transfer with OFX we can send money straight to your friend’s bank account.

They don’t need to sign up with OFX, all they have to do is share their bank account details with you.

What verification details do I need to provide as an Australian resident?

Verification helps keep our platform safe from fraud, so we verify the identity of every person who requests an OFX account.

To verify your identity we’ll ask for some personal information including your contact details and nationality. We may also need you to provide photo ID and proof of address to complete verification.

If you’re making a business money transfer, we’ll also ask for your ABN, industry, and other additional documentation relevant to your business structure.

Depending on the countries you are transferring between and the size of the transfer, we may call you if we need a little more information on your transfer needs.

Is there any limit on how much money I can send to South Africa from Australia?

OFX does not enforce any limits on the amount of money you may wish to transfer to South Africa online.

With OFX’s advanced transaction monitoring, the eagle eyes of our OFXperts, regulation by over 50 regulators globally, and over 25 years of experience, you can have confidence that your money is secure with OFX.

Our transfer process operates on a risk-averse model, meaning that we never pay out your funds before we receive them from you. This ensures that OFX has zero default risk from client earnings.

Learn more about OFX’s security measures and regulations in your local area.