How to Send Money to Uganda From Kenya

Whether to a neighboring country or not, sending money from one country to another is no longer as tedious as it used to be. The traditional methods of sending money, such as bank transfers and over-the-counter services, have been largely replaced by more convenient and cost-effective digital solutions. These innovative digital solutions have redefined the way people send money across borders. For those in Kenya looking to send money to Uganda, the need for a reliable, cost-effective, and efficient money transfer solution is more important than ever. The Bitnob App is the solution you seek. 

Bitnob offers a modern, fast, and cost-effective way to move money without relying on traditional banks or money transfer operators, which can often be slow and expensive. But how exactly does Bitnob work, and why is it such a good option for transferring money from Kenya to Uganda? In this article, we’ll discuss why the Bitnob App is the perfect fit for you, and how to send money to Uganda from Kenya. 

Why use the Bitnob App?

Reduced Fees 

Bitnob boasts competitive exchange rates and transparent fee structures compared to traditional money transfer services. There’s no transfer cost, making it an attractive option for individuals and businesses alike.

What this means is that on the Bitnob App, you will only pay a maximum of 0.5% or sometimes zero amount on any transfer made. 

Speed and Convenience

Bitnob facilitates quick transfers, with recipients receiving funds within minutes. This eliminates the long wait times often associated with traditional cross-border transactions. The user-friendly mobile app allows you to initiate and manage transfers easily from your smartphone. 

Direct Deposits

You can send money directly to recipients' local bank accounts or mobile money wallets, without them necessarily having a Bitnob account. 

Transparency

The Bitnob App has clear and upfront pricing. You can see the exchange rate and any applicable fees before initiating a transfer, allowing you to make informed decisions.

Security

Bitnob ensures secure transactions, using industry-standard practices to safeguard your money.

How to Send Money to Uganda From Kenya

The first step is downloading Bitnob and creating and activating an account. After doing these, you need to fund your account before sending money to Uganda as you wish. 

To Fund Your Account: 

• Tap on Deposit in the Quick Links section and select the Fund with Local Currency option.
• Tap the Change Currency button and choose Kenya [KES].
• Enter the amount you want to fund your wallet with, and you will automatically see the equivalent in USD. Ensure you have a Mobile Money wallet from which to fund.
• Once you've entered the amount, tap “Continue” and follow the prompts to complete your deposit.

Now that you have funded your account, let’s try sending some money to Uganda seamlessly using the Bitnob App. 

• Tap on the “Transfer” button located in the Quick Links section of the homepage.
   
• Select “Transfer to Bank or Momo” to initiate the transaction.
   
• Ensure the currency is set to Uganda (UGX) on the column.
   
• Input the desired transfer amount and tap on “Continue” to proceed.
   
• Choose the Mobile Money Provider and provide the recipient's details; save as a beneficiary for future transactions if desired.
   
• Tap on “Proceed to Transaction Note” to include any relevant notes for the transaction.
   
• Review the transaction summary and tap “Proceed” to initiate the payment to the recipient's account or mobile money wallet. 

 With this, you have successfully sent money from Kenya to Uganda in minutes.

More than Cross Border Transactions?

Yes! There is always more to do on the Bitnob App aside from sending money across African countries. With the Virtual Dollar Card, you can shop on international websites without paying excessive charges. Also, you can easily renew your subscriptions on streaming sites and platforms.

To create an account with Bitnob, you need to  Download Bitnob to get started.