How To Send Money From Mpesa To MTN Uganda

This is how to send money from Mpesa to MTN Uganda. Safaricom, through Mpesa, has been at the forefront in ensuring that sending money across the Kenyan borders is as seamless as possible. Through their product Mpesa International Money Transfer (IMT) East Africa, you can now conveniently send money from Kenya to other Eastern African countries and selected countries in Africa and the Middle East. In this article, we’ll focus on Uganda, and look into the process of sending money from MPesa to MTN Uganda, step by step, using the Mpesa Global and USSD methods.

Whether you’re supporting family members, paying for services, or conducting business transactions, this method will save you a lot of time and cost.

Before we dive in, here is a bit of information about MTN Uganda

MTN Uganda, just like Safaricom in Kenya, is a leading telecommunications company in Uganda. They offer mobile money services, allowing users to send and receive funds, pay bills, and make purchases using their mobile phones.

How to Send Money from Mpesa to MTN Uganda

**1. Send Using USSD *840#**

To be able to send money using the USSD method, you have to register for the service. It’s an easy process just follow these steps:

Registration

Dial *840# on your phone
Enter your current physical Location and hit send
You will receive a prompt to input your Mpesa PIN
Enter your preferred PIN and send

Upon successful registration, you will receive a welcome message to Mpesa Global Services from Safaricom.

To send money to MTN Uganda

Dial *840#
Select “Send Money Abroad”
Choose option 1: Send to mobile number
Select Uganda as the country
Enter the Recipient’s MTN Uganda Phone Number in the format 256xxxxxxxxxx
Enter the Amount you wish to send
Enter your Mpesa PIN and Confirm the transaction

Safaricom will send you a confirmation text with details of the transaction.

2. Send Using Mpesa Global On the MySafaicom App

Mpesa Global is another great way to send money from your Mpesa to MTN Uganda. This service is available on MySafaricom App and we’ll show you how to go about it below.

Log into the MySafaricom App.
Tap to the MPesa Tab.
Select Mpesa Global.
Choose Send to Mobile.
Select the country you want to send the money to (in this case, select Uganda).
Enter the MTN Uganda phone number.
Provide the recipient’s details that is their first, middle, and last name, and their address.
Enter the amount you want to send.
Select the source of funds: specify if it is salary, business, or any other source.
Choose the purpose of the funds to be sent and press send.

A confirmation text from Mpesa will be sent with details of the transaction.

Mpesa to MTN Uganda Transaction Charges

Safaricom fees for sending money from Mpesa to MTN Uganda are based on transaction bands. Here’s a breakdown:

Transaction Amount in Ksh	Mpesa Charges in Ksh
100 – 999	22
1,000 – 2,499	33
2,500 – 4,999	55
5,000 – 9,999	83
10,000 – 34,999	110
35,000 – 49,999	198
50,000 – 70,000	220

Currency Conversion

When you send money, it is received in Ugandan shillings. Safaricom handles the conversion rates, which are updated daily.

As you’ve seen, sending money from MPesa to MTN Uganda is pretty straightforward and convenient. Always double-check the recipient’s phone number and confirm the transaction details. Safaricom’s reliable service ensures that your funds reach their destination securely.

Note: The information provided in this article is accurate as of the last update and is subject to change. Always verify details with the relevant service providers.