Send money to Sierra Leone from the UK
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How to send money to Sierra Leone
Create a Ria account
Choose “Sierra Leone”
Then, enter your transfer amount
Select how you will pay
Choose credit or debit card, Google Pay, or Apple Pay
Add recipient info & delivery method
Select cash pickup, bank deposit, or mobile wallet
Confirm & track your transfer
Use your PIN or Order Number to check the status
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Easy ways to send money from United Kingdom to Sierra Leone
Check live GBP → SLE rates, compare fees, and transfer money safely to Sierra Leone from home. Every transfer is encrypted, verified, and tracked.
Easily send money, save repeat recipients, and get real-time updates on the go with our Ria mobile app.
Ria agents in United Kingdom can assist with transfers to the Sierra Leone. Staff can verify recipient details, walk through all options, and provide the PIN for tracking.
Convenient ways to receive money in Sierra Leone
Your family and friends can pick up Leone at over 650 trusted Ria partner locations across Sierra Leone for easy pickup.
Send money straight to bank accounts across Sierra Leone, including Sierra Leone Commercial Bank, Guaranty Trust Bank, and UBA.
Your loved ones can receive money on their phones through afrmoney and Orange Money, fast and simple.
Where it matters most
Ria's trusted delivery partners across Sierra Leone
With 650+ locations in Sierra Leone and over 600,000 worldwide, Ria makes it easy for your loved ones to receive money with our partners.
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How do I send money to Sierra Leone from the UK?
You can send money to Sierra Leone from the UK online at riamoneytransfer.com or through the Ria app. Here’s how it works:
Create your Ria account or log in
Enter the amount in pounds sterling (GBP) and choose a delivery method
Add your recipient’s details and choose from the payment options shown when you send
Your recipient in Sierra Leone receives Sierra Leonean leones (SLE) through cash pickup at 657 locations, bank deposit to all banks, or a mobile wallet such as Orange Money or Afrimoney.
What currency does my recipient receive in Sierra Leone?
Your recipient in Sierra Leone receives money in SLE, the Sierra Leonean leone. You send from the UK in pounds sterling (GBP), and the calculator on this page shows the exchange rate from GBP to SLE, the fee, and the amount your recipient receives before you confirm.
Your recipient can receive leones through cash pickup at 657 locations, bank deposit to all banks in Sierra Leone, or a mobile wallet such as Orange Money or Afrimoney.
How much does it cost to send money to Sierra Leone from the UK?
The cost of sending money to Sierra Leone from the UK depends on the amount you send, the delivery method you choose, and how you pay. The exchange rate from pounds sterling (GBP) to SLE also affects how much your recipient receives.
Before you confirm, the calculator on this page shows:
The fee
The exchange rate
The amount your recipient receives in SLE
This way, you see the full cost upfront and can compare cash pickup, bank deposit, and mobile wallet options for the same amount.
Can I send money to a bank account in Sierra Leone from the UK?
Yes. Ria sends money to all banks in Sierra Leone for bank deposit, including:
SLCB
GTCO
Union Trust Bank
Bloom Bank Africa
Skye Bank
Rokel Commercial Bank
Vista Bank
Access Bank
When you send from the UK, choose bank deposit and enter your recipient’s account details. Your recipient receives the money in SLE. Delivery times for bank deposits vary by bank and when you send.
Can I send money to Sierra Leone online?
Yes. You can send money to Sierra Leone from the UK online at riamoneytransfer.com or through the Ria app. Choose how much to send, pick a delivery method, and add your recipient’s details. Then choose from the payment options shown when you send.
Your recipient in Sierra Leone can receive money through:
Mobile wallet, including Orange Money and Afrimoney
Bank deposit to all banks in Sierra Leone
Cash pickup at 657 locations
How long does it take to send money to Sierra Leone from the UK?
Money can arrive in Sierra Leone as quickly as minutes, depending on the delivery method. Delivery times vary by method, bank, and when you send.
Your recipient can receive money through a mobile wallet such as Orange Money or Afrimoney, cash pickup at 657 locations, or bank deposit to all banks in Sierra Leone. Bank deposit timing can also depend on your recipient’s bank. Compare delivery methods in the calculator on this page before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Sierra Leone from the UK?
The right option depends on how your recipient prefers to receive money in Sierra Leone:
Mobile wallet: Send to Orange Money or Afrimoney.
Cash pickup: Your recipient can collect cash at 657 locations, including SLCB and Afro International Financial Services.
Bank deposit: Send to all banks, including Rokel Commercial Bank, Union Trust Bank, and GTCO.
You can send from the UK online at riamoneytransfer.com or through the Ria app. The calculator on this page lets you compare options before you confirm.
Can I wire money to Sierra Leone?
Instead of a bank wire, you can send money to Sierra Leone from the UK with Ria online at riamoneytransfer.com or through the Ria app. Your recipient can receive money in SLE through:
Cash pickup at 657 locations, including SLCB and Afro International Financial Services
Bank deposit to all banks, including Rokel Commercial Bank and Union Trust Bank
Mobile wallet, including Orange Money and Afrimoney
The calculator on this page shows the fee and the amount your recipient receives before you confirm.
Is there a Ria location near me in the UK?
Yes. Ria has 1,600+ locations in the UK where you can send money to Sierra Leone in person. To find the location nearest you, visit the Ria locations page.
If you prefer not to visit a location, you can send money to Sierra Leone from the UK online at riamoneytransfer.com or through the Ria app. The calculator on this page shows the fee, the exchange rate, and the amount your recipient receives before you confirm.
How much money can I send from the UK to Sierra Leone?
To check how much you can send, enter the amount in pounds sterling (GBP) in the calculator on this page. It shows the fee, the exchange rate, and the amount your recipient receives in SLE before you confirm.
You can send online at riamoneytransfer.com, through the Ria app, or in person at a Ria location in the UK.