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US dollar to South African rand exchange rate

Get today's best USD/ZAR exchange rates, updated 15 Dec 2024.

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Wise (TransferWise)
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From 0.41%
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MoneyGram
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OFX International Money Transfers (Business)
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24 hours
$0
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CurrencyTransfer for Business
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24 hours
$0
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Xe Money Transfer for Business
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$0
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OFX
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$0
OFX has no maximum limit transfers, with competitive exchange rates for 45+ currencies.
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Xe
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$3
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CurrencyTransfer
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$0
CurrencyTransfer lets you shop around for the best exchange rate on its online marketplace.
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Currencies Direct
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CurrenciesDirect makes transferring money abroad simple with bank-beating exchange rates. Currencies Direct may call you to confirm your transfer, so be prepared for a phone call shortly after initiating a transfer.
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Name Product USFMT Filter Values Fastest Transfer Speed Fees (Pay by Bank Transfer)
OFX International Money Transfers (Business)
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24 hours
$0
Business customers: Send safe, no-limit transfers with no fees and competitive exchange rates.
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Xe
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From $0
Xe has fast transfers with low fees and a range of foreign currency tools.
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MoneyGram
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From $0
MoneyGram has fast cash pick-up transfers to more than 350,000 agent locations worldwide.
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Instarem
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From 0%
New Instarem customers will get a special FX rate and zero-fees on their first transfer.
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Xe Money Transfer for Business
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$0
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Remitly
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From $0
Remitly has quick, affordable transfers around the world, with both express and economy options.
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CurrencyTransfer
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24 hours
$0
CurrencyTransfer lets you shop around for the best exchange rate on its online marketplace.
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WorldRemit - 4free
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From $0.99
Use promo code 3FREE and pay no fees on your first 3 transfers. Conditions apply.
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OFX
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24 hours
$0
OFX has no maximum limit transfers, with competitive exchange rates for 45+ currencies.
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PayPal (business)
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$0
Provides business solutions for small business owners in over 24 currencies worldwide. Try 3 months free of Spotify Premium when you sign up with PayPal.
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Wise (TransferWise) International Money Transfers Business
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From $8.16
Enjoy high maximum transfers into more than 40 currencies, while saving up to 90% over local banks.
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Wise (TransferWise)
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From 0.41%
Wise uses the mid-market rate and transparent fees to help you send money in 50+ currencies.
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Wise (TransferWise)
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From 0.41%
Wise uses the mid-market rate and transparent fees to help you send money in 50+ currencies.
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CurrencyTransfer for Business
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24 hours
$0
Increase business efficiency with zero transaction fees and same-day transfers.
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WorldRemit
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From $0.99
Use promo code 3FREE and pay no fees on your first 3 transfers. Conditions apply.
WorldRemit sends money to 110+ countries for bank-to-bank deposits, cash pick-ups or mobile top-ups.
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CurrencyFair
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24 hours
€3
CurrencyFair has bank-beating exchange rates and fast transfer times on 15+ popular currencies.
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OFX
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24 hours
$0
OFX has no maximum limit transfers, with competitive exchange rates for 45+ currencies.
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CurrencyFair
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24 hours
€3
CurrencyFair has bank-beating exchange rates and fast transfer times on 15+ popular currencies.
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Remitly
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From $0
Special offers like free transfers and better exchange rates available for new customers.
Remitly has quick, affordable transfers around the world, with both express and economy options.
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Remitly
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Special offers like free transfers and better exchange rates available for new customers.
Remitly has quick, affordable transfers around the world, with both express and economy options.
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Remitly
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From $0
Special offers like free transfers and better exchange rates available for new customers.
Remitly has quick, affordable transfers around the world, with both express and economy options.
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PayPal
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From $0
Use PayPal to safely send money and receive payments from around the world in over 25 currencies with just an email address or mobile number. Try 3 months free of Spotify Premium when you sign up with PayPal.
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Xe
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$3
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Best ways to send money to South Africa

US dollar

The US dollar is the official currency of the United States of America. It was created in 1792, 16 years after the US declared independence in 1776. Common nicknames for the US dollar include bucks, greenbacks, moolah and dough.
Currency: US dollar
Currency Symbol: $
Sub unit: cent
Bank notes: $1, $5, $10, $20, $50, $100
Coins: 1c, 5c, 10c, 25c, 50c, $1

South African rand

The South African rand is the official currency of South Africa and is also used in Lesotho and Namibia. The rand became the official currency in 1961 and takes its name from the Dutch word for ridge, paying tribute to the location where Johannesburg is built.
Currency: South African rand
Currency Symbol: R
Sub unit: Cent
Bank notes: R10, R20, R50, R100, R200
Coins: R1, R2, R5, 5c, 10c, 20c

Is the South African rand getting stronger?

Compared to a month ago, the South African rand is getting stronger against the US dollar. Currently 100 US dollars is equivalent to 1819.02 South African rands. A month ago, 100 US dollars was worth 1826.48 South African rands. This means we've seen a decrease of R7.46 (0.41%) over the past month.

Today's market rate for common transfer amounts USD to ZAR

US dollar (USD)South African rand (ZAR)
$1R18.1902
$100R1,819.0200
$500R9,095.1000
$1000R18,190.2000
$1500R27,285.3000
$2500R45,475.5000
$5000R90,951.0000

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