Send money across Africa from Canada

Enjoy exclusive rates and $0 fee on your first transfer to Sierra Leone, Togo, Senegal, or 190+ other countries. Use the code: HELLORIA. Terms and conditions apply.

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1 CAD =0,0018,799400SLE
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Ways to send money with Ria

Send online

Check rates and send money online, all from the comfort of your home.

Send with the app

Send money and track your transfers on the go with our mobile app

Send in person

Send money at a nearby Ria location or agent, with help from our staff.

Ways to receive money with Ria

Cash pick-up

With 600,000+ locations, your recipient can pick up cash at a Ria location near them.

Bank deposit

Your loved one can receive fast, secure money transfers directly to their bank account.

Digital wallet

Send money to your recipient's mobile wallet for direct access from their phone.

Home delivery or ATM

In some places, we can deliver to their home or via ATM.

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600,000+ locations worldwide

Cash pickup made easy with Ria

Rest easy knowing your transfer can be picked up at hundreds of trusted locations across Africa. Check our location finder to see where your recipient can collect cash.

Recipient picking up cash

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FAQ

Need more help?

How do I send money to Africa from Canada?

Sending money to Africa with Ria is fast, safe, and easy. In Canada and many other countries, you can send money online, in the Ria app, or in store. Just follow these steps:

1. Register or log in, or visit your nearest Ria location
2. Choose the destination country
3. Select your payment and delivery methods
4. Enter recipient details
5. Confirm and send

You can transfer money to your loved ones in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo, and 190+ other countries worldwide. Learn more about sending money with Ria.

How long does it take to send money to Africa from Canada?

How long it takes depends on several factors, including:

1. Transaction type

2. Payment method

3. Where you’re sending money from

4. Whether Ria requires additional information for security purposes

5. When you initiate the transfer

Debit card or credit card is often the fastest. It typically finalizes within the same day—usually within minutes—so your recipient could receive money almost immediately.

How much does it cost to send money to Africa from Canada?

To keep our service fast and reliable, a small fee is included in your transfer. The amount varies based on several factors, including the payment method, delivery method, transfer amount, and where you're sending from and to.

You’ll see the exact fee before confirming your transaction, so there are no surprises. Ria also offers competitive exchange rates to help you get more value for your money.

Hoe kan ik mijn geldtransfer naar Afrika volgen?

De gemakkelijkste manier om je geldtransfer naar Afrika te volgen is met onze Track a Transfer tool . Dit hulpmiddel geeft je real-time updates over je transfer. Je hebt het unieke persoonlijke identificatienummer (PIN) of ordernummer van de transfer nodig om de status te zien.

How do I sign up for Ria?

Signing up is easy. The exact steps will vary depending on your location and whether you are using the mobile app or website.

Create a Ria account:

1. Download the Ria app or visit our homepage, and click “Register.”

2. Confirm your country of residence (e.g., Canada).

3. Enter your email address or phone number (if we send you a security code, please verify the code).

4. Create a password.

5. Agree to Ria’s Terms and Conditions.

6. Enter your first and last name (matching your ID), date of birth, and email address or phone number.

7. Subscribe to receive promotions, discounts, and other special offers, or select “Not now” to opt out.

8. Enter your address to continue.

What are my payment options if I live in Canada?

Your payment options (how you fund your transfer) depend on where you live and whether you're sending money through our website, mobile app, or in person.

For Canada, your payment options include:

  • Credit card

  • Debit card

  • Apple Pay

  • Google Pay

  • Cash (in store)


Learn more about payment options in other countries.