Wave Fees in Mali
🇲🇱 XOF (FCFA) · Including all taxes
Wave is one of the leading mobile money services in Mali, serving millions of users. Domestic transfers are FREE. Note that Mali applies a government levy on mobile money transactions. Use the fee tables below to see all charges including government taxes.
Send Money Fee Tiers
| Range | Fee |
|---|---|
| Free | Free Wave provider fee FREE (1% govt levy applies) |
Withdrawal Fee Tiers
| Range | Fee |
|---|---|
| FCFA1+ | 1% 1% capped FCFA 5,000 |
Government Levies
Mobile Money Infrastructure Levy
Levy activeMali introduced a 1% levy on all mobile money transactions for social infrastructure financing. A DGCC ruling of February 2026 confirmed that all operators including Wave must charge this levy to customers and cannot absorb it internally.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wave charge to send money in Mali?
Wave domestic transfers are FREE in Mali.
What are the Wave withdrawal fees in Mali?
Wave withdrawal fees in Mali are 1% per transaction, capped at FCFA5,000.
Is there a government levy on Wave transactions in Mali?
Yes. Mali applies a Mobile Money Infrastructure Levy on mobile money transactions.
What is the Wave USSD code in Mali?
Use the Wave mobile app or visit an authorized agent in Mali.
Is Wave the cheapest mobile money provider in Mali?
It depends on the amount. Use the MomoCalc calculator on the Mali page to compare all providers for your specific amount.