EcoCash (Econet) Fees in Burundi
🇧🇮 BIF (FBu) · Including all taxes
EcoCash (Econet) is one of the leading mobile money services in Burundi, serving millions of users. Use the fee tables below to see all charges including government taxes.
How much are EcoCash (Econet) charges in Burundi in 2026?
On EcoCash (Econet) in Burundi, receiving is free. Sending in the first band costs per the operator schedule; cashing out in the first band costs per the operator schedule. No state tax stacks on top. Tariffs verified against the operator source (June 2026).
EcoCash (Econet) Send Money Fee Tiers in Burundi
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EcoCash (Econet) Withdrawal (Cash-Out) Fee Tiers in Burundi
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Lumicash / EcoCash to Bank & Bank to Lumicash / EcoCash: Transfer Fees
How much does a Lumicash / EcoCash to bank transfer cost in Burundi?
Lumicash (*163#, BePAY app) and EcoCash offer bank transfers, but the per-transaction grid is not published — the fee shows in the menu. Verify with the operator.
Lumicash (*163#, BePAY app) and EcoCash offer bank transfers, but the per-transaction grid is not published — the fee shows in the menu. Verify with the operator.
Bank-to-wallet top-up is offered via bank apps; no flat fee is published — confirm with your bank.
Burundi is East-African but francophone. The Burundian franc (BIF) floats against the dollar and euro, so the day's rate matters for an inbound transfer. Lumicash (Lumitel/Viettel) is the dominant wallet; its fees changed effective 15 March 2026 — verify the current tariff.
Worked example: To move BIF 100,000 from Lumicash to a bank account, the fee shows in *163# at confirmation — not a published flat tier, so verify before sending.
Source: lumitel.bi (Lumicash *163#, BePAY; fees changed 15 Mar 2026), EcoCash (Econet); grids not machine-readable — verify.
About EcoCash (Econet) in Burundi
Government levy. There is currently no specific state mobile-money tax in Burundi: you pay only the operator's fee.
How to use it. You manage EcoCash (Econet) via the mobile app, the operator's USSD menu (no internet needed), or an authorised agent to deposit and withdraw cash. Fees are identical on every channel — the schedule above applies with no per-channel surcharge, and an agent should never charge cash on top of the fee deducted from your balance.
To compare EcoCash (Econet) with the other operators in Burundi for your exact amount, use the calculator at the top of this page or open the Burundi page. Tariffs rendered from our database, verified in 2026.
EcoCash (Econet) vs Other Providers in Burundi: Fee Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does EcoCash (Econet) charge to send money in Burundi?
See the fee tables above for details.
What are the EcoCash (Econet) withdrawal fees in Burundi?
See the fee tables above for details.
Is there a government levy on EcoCash (Econet) transactions in Burundi?
No. There is currently no government levy on mobile money transactions in Burundi.
What is the EcoCash (Econet) USSD code in Burundi?
Use the EcoCash (Econet) mobile app or visit an authorized agent in Burundi.
Is EcoCash (Econet) the cheapest mobile money provider in Burundi?
It depends on the amount. Use the MomoCalc calculator on the Burundi page to compare all providers for your specific amount.
How much does a Lumicash / EcoCash to bank transfer cost in Burundi?
Lumicash (*163#, BePAY app) and EcoCash offer bank transfers, but the per-transaction grid is not published — the fee shows in the menu. Verify with the operator.
What is the bank to Lumicash / EcoCash fee in Burundi?
Bank-to-wallet top-up is offered via bank apps; no flat fee is published — confirm with your bank.
Does any tax apply to Lumicash / EcoCash to bank transfers in Burundi?
Burundi is East-African but francophone. The Burundian franc (BIF) floats against the dollar and euro, so the day's rate matters for an inbound transfer. Lumicash (Lumitel/Viettel) is the dominant wallet; its fees changed effective 15 March 2026 — verify the current tariff.