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Guide to UGX transfers

Here you’ll find answers to the most common questions about Ugandan shilling (UGX) transfers.

You can currently send money from UGX only from your balance.

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Sending to UGX

Who can I send UGX to?

You can send UGX to individual bank accounts in Uganda. Payments to and from business bank accounts are temporarily not supported.

What information do I need about my recipient?

You’ll need their full name (up to 35 Latin characters only), their 8-20 digit account number, and their bank name.

How much can I send?

You can send up to 30 million UGX per transfer.

How long does it usually take for the money to arrive?

Once we receive and convert your money, it usually arrives in your recipient’s bank account on the same working day. Conversion can take up to 2 working days. 

We’ll always give you an estimate for how long your transfer will take when you set it up.

Learn more about how long transfers take

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