You can send money from Kenya to Madagascar on mobile using international money transfer services like WorldRemit, Mukuru, and MoneyGram, as well as through partners of M-PESA Global. Recipients can receive funds in their local mobile money accounts (such as Orange Money or Airtel Money), for cash pickup, or as bank transfers.
Using M-PESA Global with Partners
You can use your M-PESA account to fund transfers through M-PESA’s international partners like Western Union, allowing the recipient to collect cash at a local agent location in Madagascar.
Via the M-PESA App
- Open the M-PESA App and log in using your PIN.
- Navigate to the “Transact” section and select “Global”.
- Select a partner that serves Madagascar, such as Western Union or MoneyGram.
- Choose the option for cash pickup or bank transfer and enter the recipient’s details (full name as it appears on their ID document, phone number, and bank details if applicable).
- Enter the amount in KES. The app will display the exchange rate and total cost.
- Confirm the transaction with your M-PESA PIN.
- Share the resulting Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) with the recipient so they can collect the cash in Madagascar.
Via USSD (*334# or *840#)
- Dial *334# or *840# on your Safaricom line.
- Select “Send Money” or “Send Money Abroad”, then “M-PESA Global”.
- Choose a partner like Western Union or MoneyGram.
- Follow the prompts to enter the recipient’s information and transfer amount.
- Review and confirm the transaction details with your M-PESA PIN.
Using Dedicated Money Transfer Apps
Third-party apps offer a direct way to manage the entire transfer process, including paying via debit/credit card or bank transfer from Kenya. These services support direct deposits to mobile wallets and bank accounts in Madagascar.
- WorldRemit: Offers instant transfers to mobile money accounts (such as Orange Money and Airtel Money), bank accounts, and cash pickup locations in Madagascar. You can use the WorldRemit App to manage the process and compare exchange rates.
- Mukuru: Offers a reliable way to send money for instant cash collection at their partner locations in Madagascar or potentially directly to a mobile wallet via their app or website. You can use the Mukuru App to initiate a transfer.
- Airtel Money: You can potentially send money from your Airtel Money wallet in Kenya directly to a recipient in Madagascar using the 1851*4# USSD code or the MyAirtel app, depending on network interoperability.
Recipients in Madagascar generally receive funds in Malagasy Ariary (MGA) to their mobile wallets or via cash pickup.
