Send money from Australia to Zimbabwe(AUD → ZAR)
Remitly
Rate 11.5491 · Fee A$2.80
You send
A$1,000
Estimated receipt
R11,517
R1,600 more than the lowest estimate · 0.28% markup vs mid-market
Affiliate link · No extra cost to you
Quick answer: For 1,000 AUD to ZAR, Remitly ranks first among 13 provider estimates, with an estimated payout of 11,516.77 ZAR. The first-ranked estimate pays 1,626.59 ZAR more than the lowest estimate in this comparison.
Latest pricing observation: . Payouts are estimated from collected fees and markups with a mid-market reference. Collection schedules vary by source. Quotes are collected by currency pair, so we cannot confirm that every provider serves Australia specifically — check availability, funding method and delivery method with the provider before you commit. How we collect and rank quotes.
What is the cheapest way to send AUD to ZAR?
Sending A$1,000 from Australia to Zimbabwe. Ranked by estimated payout, with customer ratings used for closely matched results.
Source: SendMoneyCompare · Estimated payouts from collected pricing and mid-market rates
11.4704
Free
R11,470.36
Send
Estimated payout difference: The first-ranked provider pays more than the lowest estimate by R1,626.59 on a A$1,000 transfer.
Looking for cheap money transfers from Australia to Zimbabwe? We compare exchange rates, fees, and delivery times from every major provider to help you save on every transfer.
Australian expats and immigrants regularly send money to Zimbabwe. The cost difference between providers can be significant — banks typically charge 3–5% in hidden exchange rate markups, while specialist services like Wise, Remitly, and WorldRemit offer rates much closer to the mid-market rate. Our comparison shows the total ZAR received from each provider after all fees and markups.
Which provider offers the best AUD to ZAR rate?
Remitly
4.6Exchange rate
11.5491
Fee
A$2.80
Recipient gets
R11,516.77
Speed
Minutes
Crypto & stablecoin routes for AUD → ZAR
For a tech-comfortable sender, stablecoin rails can beat every bank and app. These aren't one-tap services — each is a fiat on-ramp → blockchain → local cash-out. Here's the all-in cost and how each works.
VALRBitcoin · LightningBeats mid-market
Kraken → Lightning Network (BTC) → VALR (BTC) · ~1 second
11,589 ZAR
0.06% rebate all-in
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VALRBitcoin · LightningBeats mid-market
Kraken → Lightning Network (BTC) → VALR (BTC) · ~1 second
11,589 ZAR
0.06% rebate all-in
- 1Kraken AUD→BTC: 0.26%
- 2Lightning Network network: 0.000001 BTC
- 3VALR (BTC): 0.00% spread
- 48 ZAR withdrawal fee
Also routable via Lightning Network (BTC), Stellar (USDC), Solana (USDC), Polygon (USDC).
Source: VALR Public API
Crypto rails involve exchange accounts, wallets, and price/liquidity risk. Costs are estimates from live exchange and network data, refreshed every 6 hours. Not financial advice.
Guides, fees & how it works
Which provider is best for each transfer type?
Remitly currently leads on both cost and speed for Australia to Zimbabwe — check the categories below if cash pickup or a specific payout method matters more to you than either.
Cheapest transfer
Remitly
Delivers the most ZAR for your money
Fastest transfer
Remitly
Delivers in Minutes
Cash pickup
Remitly
Widest cash pickup network
Bank transfer
Remitly
Best rate for bank deposit to Zimbabwe
What you need to send money to Zimbabwe
Make sure you have these details from your recipient before starting your transfer.
Full name
Recipient's full legal name as it appears on their bank account
Bank account number
Recipient's bank account number
Bank name
Name of the receiving bank
SWIFT/BIC code
Optional8 or 11-character SWIFT code identifying the bank (may be optional with IBAN)
Note: You need the recipient's bank account number and bank name. Contact the recipient's bank for their SWIFT/BIC code if required.
Transfer examples: AUD to ZAR
See how much your recipient would get for common transfer amounts.
Send A$500
| Provider | Fee | Rate | Receives | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remitly11.55 · Minutes | A$1.40 | 11.55 | R5,758 | Minutes |
| TapTap Send11.47 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers) | Free | 11.47 | R5,735 | Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers) |
| Wise11.52 · ~2 business days | A$2.65 | 11.52 | R5,730 | ~2 business days |
| Western Union11.45 · 1 business day | A$5.80 | 11.45 | R5,657 | 1 business day |
| WorldRemit11.43 · 1-2 business days | A$6.70 | 11.43 | R5,637 | 1-2 business days |
| Commonwealth Bank11.21 · 2-5 business days | A$16.05 | 11.21 | R5,425 | 2-5 business days |
Send A$1,000
| Provider | Fee | Rate | Receives | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remitly11.55 · Minutes | A$2.80 | 11.55 | R11,517 | Minutes |
| TapTap Send11.47 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers) | Free | 11.47 | R11,470 | Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers) |
| Wise11.52 · ~2 business days | A$5.30 | 11.52 | R11,459 | ~2 business days |
| Western Union11.45 · 1 business day | A$11.60 | 11.45 | R11,314 | 1 business day |
| WorldRemit11.43 · 1-2 business days | A$13.40 | 11.43 | R11,273 | 1-2 business days |
| Commonwealth Bank11.21 · 2-5 business days | A$32.10 | 11.21 | R10,850 | 2-5 business days |
Send A$5,000
| Provider | Fee | Rate | Receives | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remitly11.55 · Minutes | A$14.00 | 11.55 | R57,584 | Minutes |
| TapTap Send11.47 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers) | Free | 11.47 | R57,352 | Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers) |
| Wise11.52 · ~2 business days | A$26.50 | 11.52 | R57,296 | ~2 business days |
| XE Money Transfer11.51 · 1-4 business days | A$60.36 | 11.51 | R56,860 | 1-4 business days |
| Western Union11.45 · 1 business day | A$58.00 | 11.45 | R56,572 | 1 business day |
| CurrencyFair11.49 · 1-2 business days | A$78.76 | 11.49 | R56,557 | 1-2 business days |
How much does it cost to send money from Australia to Zimbabwe?
Transfer fees from Australia to Zimbabwe vary by provider. Specialist services charge A$0–10 per transfer, while banks charge A$25–50 plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. The exchange rate markup is usually the bigger cost — always compare the total ZAR your recipient receives, not just the advertised fee.
Across the 130 days we've watched this pair since 14 May 2026, the gap between the best and worst payout day has run to 7.6 percentage points against the average — a genuinely volatile corridor. Today isn't on the good side of that range; it sits in the "typical" tier. TapTap Send delivered the best day on record (23 May 2026), TapTap Send the worst (3 July 2026), which is the kind of spread that makes waiting a day or two, if you can, worth considering here.
Ways to send money to Zimbabwe
Bank deposit is the standard delivery method for transfers to Zimbabwe. Cash pickup is available through international providers like Western Union and MoneyGram.
Bank Transfer
Low costSpeed: 1–3 business days
Usually cheapest — no card fee
Debit Card
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Fast, small card fee
Credit Card
Higher costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Fast but priciest — issuer may add a cash-advance fee
Google Pay
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Linked card's fee applies
Apple Pay
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Linked card's fee applies
Cash
Medium costSpeed: Varies
Pay at an agent location, where offered
How can my recipient receive money in Zimbabwe?
Recipients in Zimbabwe have 2 ways to receive this transfer: bank deposit; cash pickup. Availability still depends on the sending country and the specific transfer, so confirm with the provider before sending.
Bank Deposit
Direct transfer to bank accounts in Zimbabwe.
Cash Pickup
Collect cash from agent locations in Zimbabwe.
What are the transfer limits and regulations for Zimbabwe?
Important rules and requirements to know before sending money to Zimbabwe.
Documentation you may need
- Government-issued photo ID (passport, driver's license, or state ID)
- Proof of address may be required for first-time transfers
Important things to know
- Check your provider's specific limits and requirements for transfers to Zimbabwe.
- Transfers over $10,000 (or equivalent) may trigger reporting requirements in your sending country.
How long does it take to send money to Zimbabwe?
Most transfers from Australia to Zimbabwe arrive within 1–2 business days with specialist providers. Bank wires take 3–5 business days. Some providers offer instant or same-day delivery to Zimbabwe for a small premium.
Delivery times shown here are published by the providers and payment schemes. We do not measure when transfers actually arrive, so treat them as estimates and confirm the time with your provider before you send.
- RemitlyMinutes
- TapTap SendUnder 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
- Wise~2 business days
- Western Union1 business day
- WorldRemit1-2 business days
- Commonwealth Bank2-5 business days
- XE Money Transfer1-4 business days
Only one provider here
SendScoreToday's best rate is +0.42% vs the 30-day average, 72% of the way up the 90-day range. Rates are improving — +0.27% week on week. Only one provider quotes this corridor, so this is a single-provider reading rather than a comparison.
- 40%Position in the 90-day range — 72% of the way up the 90-day range
- 25%Versus the 30-day average — +0.42% vs the 30-day average
- 15%This week versus last — improving — +0.27% week on week
Measured from 130 days of our own recorded provider rates for AUD→ZAR
AUD to ZAR Exchange Rate History
Daily best exchange rates from top providers over the last 130 days. Rates shown are for sending $100.
| Date | TapTap Send | __mid Market__ |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | ||
| Sep 20 | 11.4700✓ | 11.4700✓ |
| Sep 19 | 11.4700✓ | 11.4700✓ |
| Sep 18 | 11.4700✓ | 11.4700✓ |
| Sep 17 | 11.4800✓ | 11.4800✓ |
| Sep 16 | 11.4800✓ | 11.4800✓ |
| Sep 15 | 11.4900✓ | 11.4900✓ |
| Sep 14 | 11.4900✓ | 11.4900✓ |
| Sep 13 | 11.4500✓ | 11.4500✓ |
| Sep 12 | 11.4500✓ | 11.4500✓ |
| Sep 11 | 11.4800✓ | 11.4800✓ |
| Sep 10 | 11.4800✓ | 11.4800✓ |
| Sep 9 | 11.4500✓ | 11.4500✓ |
| Sep 8 | 11.4500✓ | 11.4500✓ |
| Sep 7 | 11.4000✓ | 11.4000✓ |
| Sep 6 | 11.4000✓ | 11.4000✓ |
| Sep 5 | 11.3700✓ | 11.3700✓ |
| Sep 4 | 11.3900✓ | 11.3900✓ |
| Sep 3 | 11.3900✓ | 11.3900✓ |
| Sep 2 | 11.3900✓ | 11.3900✓ |
| Sep 1 | 11.4700✓ | 11.4700✓ |
| Aug 31 | 11.4700✓ | 11.4700✓ |
| Aug 30 | 11.4700✓ | 11.4700✓ |
| Aug 29 | 11.3800✓ | 11.3800✓ |
| Aug 28 | 11.3800✓ | 11.3800✓ |
| Aug 27 | 11.3200✓ | 11.3200✓ |
| Aug 26 | 11.3200✓ | 11.3200✓ |
| Aug 25 | 11.3700✓ | 11.3700✓ |
| Aug 24 | 11.3700✓ | 11.3700✓ |
| Aug 23 | 11.3600✓ | 11.3600✓ |
| Aug 22 | 11.3600✓ | 11.3600✓ |
| Aug 21 | 11.3800✓ | 11.3800✓ |
| Aug 20 | 11.3800✓ | 11.3800✓ |
| Aug 19 | 11.4100✓ | 11.4100✓ |
| Aug 18 | 11.4100✓ | 11.4100✓ |
| Aug 17 | 11.3300✓ | 11.3300✓ |
| Aug 16 | 11.3300✓ | 11.3300✓ |
| Aug 15 | 11.2700✓ | 11.2700✓ |
| Aug 14 | 11.2700✓ | 11.2700✓ |
| Aug 13 | 11.2700✓ | 11.2700✓ |
| Aug 12 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 11 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 10 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 9 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 8 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 7 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 6 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 5 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 4 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 3 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 2 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Aug 1 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 31 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 30 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 29 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 28 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 27 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 26 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 25 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 24 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 23 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 22 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 21 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 20 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 19 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 18 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 17 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 16 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 15 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 14 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 13 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 12 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 11 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 10 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 9 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 8 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 7 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 6 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 5 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 4 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 3 | 11.1300✓ | 11.1300✓ |
| Jul 2 | 11.1900✓ | 11.1900✓ |
| Jul 1 | 11.2300✓ | 11.2300✓ |
| Jun 30 | 11.2000✓ | 11.2000✓ |
| Jun 29 | 11.6000✓ | 11.6000✓ |
| Jun 28 | 11.6000✓ | 11.6000✓ |
| Jun 27 | 11.5900✓ | 11.5900✓ |
| Jun 26 | 11.2700✓ | 11.2700✓ |
| Jun 25 | 11.3200✓ | 11.3200✓ |
| Jun 24 | 11.3300✓ | 11.3300✓ |
| Jun 23 | 11.3600✓ | 11.3600✓ |
| Jun 22 | 11.4200✓ | 11.4200✓ |
| Jun 21 | 11.3400✓ | 11.3400✓ |
| Jun 20 | 11.4400✓ | 11.4400✓ |
| Jun 19 | 11.4100✓ | 11.4100✓ |
| Jun 18 | 11.4000✓ | 11.4000✓ |
| Jun 17 | 11.3500✓ | 11.3500✓ |
| Jun 16 | 11.3500✓ | 11.3500✓ |
| Jun 15 | 11.3500✓ | 11.3500✓ |
| Jun 14 | 11.3700✓ | 11.3700✓ |
| Jun 13 | 11.3700✓ | 11.3700✓ |
| Jun 12 | 11.3700✓ | 11.3700✓ |
| Jun 11 | 11.4800✓ | 11.4800✓ |
| Jun 10 | 11.4800✓ | 11.4800✓ |
| Jun 9 | 11.5000✓ | 11.5000✓ |
| Jun 8 | 11.5500✓ | 11.5500✓ |
| Jun 7 | 11.5700✓ | 11.5700✓ |
| Jun 6 | 11.5700✓ | 11.5700✓ |
| Jun 5 | 11.5200✓ | 11.5200✓ |
| Jun 4 | 11.5400✓ | 11.5400✓ |
| Jun 3 | 11.5500✓ | 11.5500✓ |
| Jun 2 | 11.5400✓ | 11.5400✓ |
| Jun 1 | 11.5600✓ | 11.5600✓ |
| May 31 | 11.5600✓ | 11.5600✓ |
| May 30 | 11.5500✓ | 11.5500✓ |
| May 29 | 11.5100✓ | 11.5100✓ |
| May 28 | 11.5700✓ | 11.5700✓ |
| May 27 | 11.6200✓ | 11.6200✓ |
| May 26 | 11.5800✓ | 11.5800✓ |
| May 25 | 11.6200✓ | 11.6200✓ |
| May 24 | 11.9200✓ | 11.9200✓ |
| May 23 | 11.9900✓ | 11.9900✓ |
| May 22 | 11.6500✓ | 11.6500✓ |
| May 21 | 11.6300✓ | 11.6300✓ |
| May 20 | 11.7500✓ | 11.7500✓ |
| May 19 | 11.7800✓ | 11.7800✓ |
| May 18 | 11.8200✓ | 11.8200✓ |
| May 17 | 11.8200✓ | 11.8200✓ |
| May 16 | 11.8100✓ | 11.8100✓ |
| May 15 | 11.7800✓ | 11.7800✓ |
| May 14 | 11.7600✓ | 11.7600✓ |
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about sending money from Australia to Zimbabwe
What is the cheapest way to send money from Australia to Zimbabwe?
The cheapest option changes daily based on exchange rates. Use our comparison table above to see today's rates from every provider. Specialist services like Wise, Remitly, and OFX consistently offer better value than banks.
How long does it take to send money from Australia to Zimbabwe?
Most specialist providers deliver to Zimbabwe within 1–2 business days. Some offer instant delivery for certain payment methods. Bank wires typically take 3–5 business days.
How much does it cost to send A$1,000 from Australia to Zimbabwe?
Costs depend on the provider's fee and exchange rate markup. Compare all providers in our table above to see exactly how much ZAR your recipient would receive from a A$1,000 transfer today.
Can I send money from Australia to Zimbabwe online?
Yes, all the providers we compare support online transfers from Australia to Zimbabwe. Most also offer mobile apps. You can typically pay by bank transfer, debit card, or credit card.
Is it better to use a bank or a money transfer service to send money to Zimbabwe?
Money transfer services are almost always cheaper. Banks typically charge A$25–50 per wire plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. Specialist providers charge A$0–10 with markups under 1%, saving you significantly on every transfer to Zimbabwe.
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TapTap Send
You send
A$1,000
They receive
R11,470.36
Rate 11.4704 AUD/ZAR · No transfer fee · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
R1,580.18 more than the lowest-paying provider we quote on this route.
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