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Send Money from Tanzania to Uganda
M-Pesa Tanzania (Vodacom) → MTN MoMo Uganda
Today's rate
Updated 3 Jun 2026, 00:00 UTC
1 TZS = 1.4400 UGX
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Rate updated: 3 Jun 2026, 00:00 UTC · Indicative rate
How to send from Tanzania to Uganda
- Dial
*150*00# → Internationalor open the M-Pesa Tanzania (Vodacom) app. - Select "International Transfer" and choose Uganda.
- Enter the recipient's mobile money number with country code.
- Enter the amount in TZS. The recipient receives UGX at the prevailing rate.
- Confirm with your PIN. Settlement is typically instant.
Key fact: Nov 2025: Vodacom Tanzania M-Pesa Global now connects to MTN MoMo Uganda via TerraPay, enabling near-instant cross-border transfers.
Free to receive: Receiving on MTN MoMo Uganda is FREE — no charges to the recipient.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to send money from Tanzania to Uganda by mobile money?+
Tanzania M-Pesa applies domestic send fees for EAC transfers. Vodacom TZ connected to MTN MoMo Uganda via Nov 2025 Alipay/TerraPay partnership.
What is the M-Pesa Global limit for Tanzania→Uganda transfers?+
Per-transaction cap: TZS daily limit. Higher daily or monthly limits may apply depending on KYC tier.
How long does it take to send money from Tanzania to Uganda via mobile money?+
Typically minutes — M-Pesa Global, TerraPay, or shared MTN MoMo network routing settle mobile-to-mobile in near real time.
Does the recipient pay any fees to receive money from Tanzania via mobile money?+
No. Receiving on MTN MoMo Uganda is free for the recipient.
What is the current TZS/UGX exchange rate?+
Today: 1 TZS ≈ 1.4400 UGX. Updated 3 Jun 2026, 00:00 UTC.