How To Send Money From Mpesa To MTN Rwanda.
To send money from M-Pesa in Kenya to MTN Rwanda, you have two primary methods available: using USSD (*840#) or Mpesa Global on the MySafaricom App. Below are detailed steps for each method:
Method 1: Send Using USSD (*840#)
Registration Process:
Before sending money using USSD, you need to register for Mpesa Global. Here’s how you can register:
- *Dial 840# on your phone.
- Input your current location and send it.
- You’ll be prompted to enter your M-Pesa PIN.
- Enter your PIN and send.
- Upon successful registration, you’ll receive a welcome message confirming your registration for Mpesa Global Services from Safaricom.
Sending Money to MTN Rwanda:
Once registered, you can proceed to send money to MTN Rwanda using these steps:
- *Dial 840# on your phone.
- Select “Send Money Abroad” from the menu.
- Choose option 1 for sending to a mobile number.
- Select Rwanda as the destination country.
- Enter the recipient’s MTN Rwanda phone number in the format 250xxxxxxxxxx.
- Input the amount you want to send.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm the transaction.
- Safaricom will send you a confirmation text containing the transaction details and another SMS with the MTCN (Money Transfer Control Number) from M-PESA Global, which should be shared with the recipient.
Method 2: Send Using Mpesa Global on MySafaricom App
- Log into MySafaricom App:
- Open the MySafaricom App on your smartphone.
- Navigate to MPESA Tab:
- Tap on the MPESA tab.
- Select Mpesa Global:
- Choose Mpesa Global from the list of options.
- Choose Send to Mobile:
- Select Send to Mobile option.
- Select Country (Rwanda):
- Choose Rwanda as the country you want to send money to.
- Enter Recipient’s Details:
- Enter the MTN Rwanda phone number.
- Provide the recipient’s details: first name, middle name, last name, and address (if required).
- Enter Amount and Source of Funds:
- Input the amount you want to send.
- Select the source of funds: specify if it is salary, business, or any other source.
- Choose Purpose of Funds and Send:
- Select the purpose of the funds to be sent.
- Confirm the transaction and press send.
- Confirmation:
- A confirmation text from M-Pesa will be sent to your phone with details of the transaction.
Mpesa to MTN Rwanda Transaction Charges
Transaction charges for sending money from M-Pesa to MTN Rwanda are based on transaction bands in Kenyan Shillings (Ksh). Here’s the breakdown:
- Transaction Amount in Ksh | Mpesa Charges in Ksh
- 100 – 999 | 22
- 1,000 – 2,499 | 33
- 2,500 – 4,999 | 55
- 5,000 – 9,999 | 83
- 10,000 – 34,999 | 110
- 35,000 – 49,999 | 198
- 50,000 – 70,000 | 220
Currency Conversion
- When you send money, it is received in Rwandan Francs (RWF).
- Safaricom manages the conversion rates, which are updated daily around midnight.
Why Choose M-Pesa for Sending Money
- Convenience: M-Pesa is widely accessible and user-friendly.
- Transparent Charges: You’ll know exactly what fees you’re paying.
- Real-Time Information: Stay informed about the amount received in real time.
Contacts
- Safaricom Customer Care
- Phone: Call 100 for prepaid, 200 for postpaid, +254 722 002100 (chargeable)
- Email: customercare@safaricom.co.ke
- MTN Rwanda Customer Care
- Phone: 100
- WhatsApp: +250 788 312 011
- Email: customercare.rw@mtn.com