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Send Money from Uganda to Rwanda
MTN MoMo Uganda → MTN MoMo Rwanda
Today's rate
Updated 3 Jun 2026, 00:00 UTC
1 UGX = 0.3910 RWF
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UGX
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Rate updated: 3 Jun 2026, 00:00 UTC · Indicative rate
How to send from Uganda to Rwanda
- Dial
*165#or open the MTN MoMo Uganda app. - Select "International Transfer" and choose Rwanda.
- Enter the recipient's mobile money number with country code.
- Enter the amount in UGX. The recipient receives RWF at the prevailing rate.
- Confirm with your PIN. Settlement is typically instant.
Key fact: Uganda and Rwanda are both on the MTN MoMo network — this corridor benefits from same-network routing, reducing settlement friction.
Free to receive: Receiving on MTN MoMo Rwanda is FREE — no charges to the recipient.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to send money from Uganda to Rwanda by mobile money?+
MTN MoMo Uganda applies domestic send fees. Both Uganda and Rwanda use MTN MoMo — same network.
What is the M-Pesa Global limit for Uganda→Rwanda transfers?+
Per-transaction cap: UGX daily limit. Higher daily or monthly limits may apply depending on KYC tier.
How long does it take to send money from Uganda to Rwanda 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 Uganda via mobile money?+
No. Receiving on MTN MoMo Rwanda is free for the recipient.
What is the current UGX/RWF exchange rate?+
Today: 1 UGX ≈ 0.3910 RWF. Updated 3 Jun 2026, 00:00 UTC.