How can I send money to South Africa?

Send money to South Africa with Taptap Send by bank transfer. There is no transfer fee and transfers typically arrive within 1 to 2 business days.

Delivery methods and speed

Find below the options to send money to South Africa along with the most important details for each.

Bank transfer: any bank account in South Africa. Funds go directly to your recipient's account.

Fees

Taptap Send always shows you the exact fee and exchange rate upfront, you will see them on the very first screen before you confirm your transfer. There are no hidden charges.

When sending to South Africa, there is no transfer fee. We make a small margin on the exchange rate.

Sending limits

South Africa-specific limits per delivery method are described below:

Your overall account sending limits are based on your verification level. For details, 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?

Funds arrive directly in your recipient's bank account. No action is needed.

What details does my recipient need to provide?

Full name, bank name, account number, branch code

How does my recipient cash out?

Funds are deposited directly into your recipient's bank account. They do not need to take any action to receive the money.

Still need help? Contact our support team through the app.