Send money to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Democratic Republic of the Congo is more than big enough to host a wide range of money transfer options, which means you can shop around to find the best deal when sending money to Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Compare options for money transfers to Congo DRC

The table below lets you compare options. Simply enter the amount and the currency you want to transfer, and it will run the numbers and show you how much different options may cost.

How to send money to Congo DRC

1. Choose a money transfer service. You can compare options here to make the decision easier.
2. Sign up for an account if needed. With an account you can make a deposit and create a transfer.
3. Make your transfer. Cash transfer services can help you in person, while online money transfers can send money after you create an account.

What’s the best way to send money to Congo DRC?

There are several ways of sending money to the Congo. The right one for you will depend on whether you want a faster transfer, a cheaper transfer, whether the recipient has a bank account and other factors.

What’s the fastest way to send money to Congo DRC?

The fastest options are usually cash transfers or mobile money transfers, and most money transfers services for Congo DRC offer one or both of these options.

This means you can count on fast transfers with most providers.

Documentation you’ll need to send money to Congo DRC

You’ll typically need to provide some details on the transfer, including the reason for the transfer and the recipient’s name. Of course, you’ll also need to say how much you want to send and which currencies you want.

You’ll also need to provide documents to prove your own details, including:

• Your name, with proof of identity such as a passport or driver’s licence
• Your contact details

What to compare to get the best deal

Factors to consider when comparing money transfer services include:

• Fees. How much does the service cost in outright fees?
• Exchange rates. What are the exchange rates being quoted? This can make even more of a difference than the fees.
• Transfer speed. Will it arrive almost instantly, or will it take a day or two?
• Payment options. Do you need to pay with cash or can you make a bank transfer?
• Delivery methods. Does the recipient have a mobile money wallet? Can they get to a cash pick-up location?
• Customer service. Who do you contact if something goes wrong?

Cash pick-up locations in Democratic Republic of the Congo

• Kinshasa

  Western Union

  Agence Triangle
  Address: 9, Avenue Bloc, Commune Mont Ngafula, Kinshasa, Kinshasa
  Hours: Mon-Sat 8am to 6pm
  Phone: +243-992000410

  Equity Bank Mam Africa Cite Verte
  Address: Route De Matadi Matadikibala M,Kinshasa, Kinshasa
  Hours: Mon-Sat 7.30am to 8.30pm
  Phone: +243-829782199

  WorldRemit

  MoneyTrans RDC Gombe
  Address: 8, Av. ISIRO Derriere Sozacom (CHATEAU)
  Hours: Mon-Thu 9am to 4pm, Fri 9am to 3pm, Sat 9am to 12.30pm
  Phone: +243 81 7200 253

  MoneyTrans RDC Limete
  Address: 16 rue de Limete (ref. : dans le complexe « Hasson et Frere
  Hours: Monday – Thursday: 9:00 to 18:00; Friday: 09:00 to 15:00 Saturday: 9:00 to 12:30
  Phone: +243 81 7200 207

  MoneyGram

  MoneyGram Kinshasa
  Address: 9 Ave De La Victoire
  Hours: Monday to Friday 7.30am to 6.30pm, Saturday 8am to 4.30pm
  Phone: +243 822 221 994

  MoneyGram Kinshasa
  Address: Commune de Kimbanseke, Rue Mbuni
  Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm
  Phone: +243 851 143 910