How can I send money to Rwanda?
Send money to Rwanda with Taptap Send. You can send via bank transfer, Airtel Money, or MTN Mobile Money. All are fast options to get money to your recipient.
Delivery methods and speed
Find below the options to send money to Rwanda along with the most important details for each.
| Delivery method | Typical delivery time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bank transfer | Within a few minutes | Available 24/7. May take 2 working days to appear on your recipient's account. |
| Airtel Money | Within a few minutes | Available 24/7. |
| MTN Mobile Money | Within a few minutes | Available 24/7. |
Fees
Taptap Send always shows you the exact fee and exchange rate upfront before you confirm your transfer. There is no transfer fee to send money to Rwanda, we simply charge a small percentage on the exchange rate. Your recipient receives the exact amount shown on the send screen, with no deductions.
Sending limits
Rwanda-specific limits per delivery method are described below:
| Delivery method | Max per transfer (RWF) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bank transfer, Airtel Money, and MTN Mobile Money | 2,000,000 | Bank transfer: No other limit Mobile money: Depends on the recipient's wallet status |
For details on your overall sending limits, see the article What are my sending limits on Taptap Send?
Can I cancel my transfer or get a refund?
If your transfer has already been delivered, recalling the funds can be difficult and take time. It is sometimes easier to resolve this directly with the recipient. Contact our support team through the app and we will look into what options are available. You can also refer to our global article Can I cancel or get a refund for my transfer?
For your recipient
Does my recipient need to do anything?
Bank transfer: No action needed. Money is deposited directly into their account once the transfer is processed.
Airtel Money and MTN Mobile Money: No action needed. Funds are credited directly to their mobile wallet.
What details does my recipient need to provide?
Bank transfer: Their bank name and account number or IBAN. Using an IBAN can help the transfer process faster.
Airtel Money: Their Airtel phone number.
MTN Mobile Money: Their MTN phone number.
How does my recipient cash out?
Bank transfer: Funds appear directly in their Rwandan bank account.
Airtel Money: Funds are available in their Airtel Money wallet immediately and can be used for payments, sent on to others, or withdrawn as cash at an Airtel Money agent or kiosk. They'll need their phone and a valid ID to withdraw cash.
MTN Mobile Money: Funds are available in their MTN MoMo wallet immediately and can be used for payments, sent on to others, or withdrawn as cash at an MTN agent. They'll need their phone and a valid ID to withdraw cash. As a fraud prevention measure, MTN requires the recipient to confirm the withdrawal from their own registered phone before the agent can release the cash.
Still need help? Contact our support team through the app.