Send money to Nigeria
Fast, cheap online money transfers to Nigeria.
Save up to 77% vs other money transfer providers.
Naira transfers aren’t available at the moment due to new Central Bank of Nigeria rules. Click here for information on how you can still send money to Nigeria.Save up to 77% vs other money transfer providers.
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Send money to Nigeria in 30 minutes, even at weekends.
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You can save up to 77% vs Western Union, MoneyGram and Ria
With great exchange rates and low, honest fees, you’re better off with Azimo.
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How to send money to Nigeria
SWIFT
Set up a transfer
After registering, choose how much to send and enter your recipient's name and bank details. The receiving account must be held in the chosen currency (EUR, GBP, USD).
Pay for the transfer
Pay by bank transfer or debit/credit card. All card payments are securely encrypted.
Money delivered
Track your transfer in the app and receive email updates.
Enter the amountYou send300,00
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Transfer completedAyo Adebayo | 300 USD
What is the fastest way to send money to Nigeria?
The fastest way to send money to Nigeria is to make a transfer to a Nigerian bank account with Azimo. You can send money to any major bank in Nigeria.
If you pay by debit/credit card, your money transfer will be delivered in 30 minutes, even at weekends. You can also send money to Nigeria by SWIFT in EUR or USD.
If you pay by debit/credit card, your money transfer will be delivered in 30 minutes, even at weekends. You can also send money to Nigeria by SWIFT in EUR or USD.
What is the best way to send money to Nigeria?
The Azimo app is the best way to send money to Nigeria. Currency alerts for the Nigerian naira (NGN) tell you the best time to send money. Email and push notifications tell you when your money transfer will be delivered. Enjoy the best exchange rates, low fees and two fee-free transfers.
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Frequently asked questions
Why can’t I transfer to a Naira bank account?
Central Bank of Nigeria rules mean that payments can only arrive with recipients in USD. As soon as the situation changes, we’ll let you know by email.
In the meantime, Azimo remains one of the safest and most reliable ways to send money to Nigeria.
What currencies can I send?
You can still send money to USD or EUR bank accounts in Nigeria by choosing the SWIFT delivery method on the Azimo website or app.
Mobile top-up transfers are also available as usual. With mobile top-up you can add credit to your recipient’s local mobile number – the money cannot be withdrawn.
Does the recipient’s account have to be in USD?
Central Bank of Nigeria rules mean that your recipient’s account must be held in USD or EUR. We’re also not able to process For Further Credit (FFC) payments.
If either of these requirements are not met, the receiving bank will usually reject the transfer and return the money to Azimo. This process can take up to four weeks, so it’s important the recipient’s account matches your sending currency (USD/EUR).
Note, correspondent banks, also known as intermediary banks, may deduct a handling fee from the total amount.
How much does it cost to send money via SWIFT?
You’ll find more information about our fee here
Please note, receiving banks may charge an additional fee to send or receive a SWIFT transfer. In which case, yor transfer amount may vary.
When your transfer is in progress, correspondent banks, also known as intermediary banks, can deduct a handling fee. The amount depends on the currency, country and bank.
How long until my transfer is delivered?
SWIFT payments usually take one working day to be delivered.
Please note, transfers may take longer during public holidays.
Can I send a mobile top-up?
With mobile top-up you can add credit to your recipient’s local mobile number – the money cannot be withdrawn.
Mobile top-ups are processed within minutes but they can only be sent from the Azimo app, and rates differ slightly from our usual rates.
To complete a mobile top-up transfer, simply select ‘Mobile top-up’ as your delivery method and enter your recipient’s mobile number.
Note, the money can be used by the recipient to carry out calls and SMSs – it cannot be transferred to the bank account.
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