How To Send Money From Mpesa To MTN Rwanda

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:

1. *Dial 840# on your phone.
2. Input your current location and send it.
3. You’ll be prompted to enter your M-Pesa PIN.
4. Enter your PIN and send.
5. 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:

1. *Dial 840# on your phone.
2. Select “Send Money Abroad” from the menu.
3. Choose option 1 for sending to a mobile number.
4. Select Rwanda as the destination country.
5. Enter the recipient’s MTN Rwanda phone number in the format 250xxxxxxxxxx.
6. Input the amount you want to send.
7. Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm the transaction.
8. 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

1. Log into MySafaricom App:
   • Open the MySafaricom App on your smartphone.
2. Navigate to MPESA Tab:
   • Tap on the MPESA tab.
3. Select Mpesa Global:
   • Choose Mpesa Global from the list of options.
4. Choose Send to Mobile:
   • Select Send to Mobile option.
5. Select Country (Rwanda):
   • Choose Rwanda as the country you want to send money to.
6. 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).
7. 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.
8. Choose Purpose of Funds and Send:
   • Select the purpose of the funds to be sent.
   • Confirm the transaction and press send.
9. 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