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Send Money from Uganda to Tanzania
MTN MoMo Uganda → M-Pesa Tanzania (Vodacom)
Today's rate
Updated 19 Jul 2026, 00:00 UTC
1 TZS = 1.4 UGX
Why the Uganda–Tanzania route matters
Uganda–Tanzania connects landlocked Uganda to the Dar es Salaam port through the Central Corridor; transit cargo and the EACOP pipeline route drive this shilling pair.
Both currencies vs the US dollar
UGX official
1 USD = 3,669.52 UGX
TZS official
1 USD = 2,629.09 TZS
USh10,000 = TSh7,165
1 TZS = 1.40 UGX · derived from the two USD legs
Interbank rate updated 19 Jul 00:00 UTC (less than 1h ago) · interbank mid-market
Why it costs more than the fee: UGX and TZS both price through the US dollar — there is no deep direct UGX/TZS market. So the route's true cost includes each currency's spread to USD: you can lose a little on BOTH conversions, not just on the visible transfer fee. Compare the USD-anchored rates above, not only the headline fee.
Rates & fees in this route
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Rate updated: 19 Jul 2026, 00:00 UTC · Indicative rate
How to send from Uganda to Tanzania
- Dial
*165#or open the MTN MoMo Uganda app. - Select "International Transfer" and choose Tanzania.
- Enter the recipient's mobile money number with country code.
- Enter the amount in UGX. The recipient receives TZS at the prevailing rate.
- Confirm with your PIN. Settlement is typically instant.
Key fact: Uganda and Tanzania share the longest land border in East Africa. MTN MoMo Uganda to M-Pesa Tanzania provides a direct mobile-to-mobile route.
Free to receive: Receiving on M-Pesa Tanzania (Vodacom) is FREE — no charges to the recipient.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to send money from Uganda to Tanzania by mobile money?+
MTN MoMo Uganda domestic send fees apply for EAC transfers.
What is the M-Pesa Global limit for Uganda→Tanzania 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 Tanzania 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 M-Pesa Tanzania (Vodacom) is free for the recipient.
What is the current UGX/TZS exchange rate?+
Today: 1 UGX ≈ 0.7130 TZS. Updated 19 Jul 2026, 00:00 UTC.