Mobile Money Fees in Lesotho
M-Pesa, EcoCash — including all government levies. Updated April 2026.
How much does it cost to send money via mobile money in Lesotho?
In Lesotho, mobile money fees vary by operator (M-Pesa, EcoCash) and amount band. Use the calculator below for the exact cost in LSL, including government levies. Typical fees range from flat unit amounts to a percentage of the transfer; withdrawals usually add a separate charge.
Compare Providers
| Provider | Send | Withdraw | Levy | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MPSM-PesaCheapest | M1.73 | M2.78 | None | M1.73 |
ECOEcoCash | M2.00 | M1.60 | None | M2.00 |
Provider Details
M-Pesa (Vodacom)
Lesotho · LSL
Send money fees
| M10-M50 | M1.16 |
| M51-M100 | M1.73 |
| M101-M250 | M2.6 |
| M251-M500 | M3.91 |
Withdrawal fees
| M10-M50 | M1.84 |
| M51-M100 | M2.78 |
| M101-M250 | M4.22 |
| M251-M500 | M6.32 |
EcoCash (Econet)
Lesotho · LSL
Send money fees
| M1-M50 | M1 |
| M51-M200 | M2 |
| M201-M300 | M3 |
| M301-M400 | M3.5 |
Withdrawal fees
| M1-M50 | M1.5 |
| M51-M200 | M1.6 |
| M201-M300 | M2.41 |
| M301-M400 | M3.6 |
Exchange Rates
Livevs LSL (Lesotho Loti)
Government Levies & Taxes
No Government Levy
Fee data last verified April 2026. Always confirm with your provider before large transactions.
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