Sending Money to Cameroon from the UK: A 2026 Guide
Cameroon sits at an interesting crossroads — it has both Francophone and Anglophone communities in the UK, a well-developed mobile money ecosystem through MTN and Orange, and a currency (the Central African CFA Franc, XAF) that is pegged to the Euro. That last point makes exchange rates more stable than most African corridors, but it doesn't mean all providers offer the same deal.
MTN Mobile Money and Orange Money — The Default Choice
The majority of money sent to Cameroon lands in either an MTN Mobile Money or Orange Money wallet. Bank transfers work too, but mobile money is faster, more accessible, and what most recipients prefer. The good news is that several UK-based providers now support both networks directly.
Sendwave in particular has built strong direct integration with both MTN and Orange in Cameroon — transfers typically arrive within minutes with no fee charged. Lemfi and Taptap Send also support mobile money delivery to Cameroon and consistently offer competitive rates.
How Providers Stack Up
Sendwave
Zero fees, direct MTN and Orange Money delivery, typically arrives within minutes. One of the strongest options for Cameroon specifically.
Lemfi
Zero fees and competitive rates. Good app experience and instant delivery to mobile money wallets.
Taptap Send
Another zero-fee option with solid mobile money support for Cameroon. Worth comparing against Sendwave since rates fluctuate daily.
WorldRemit
Supports mobile money, bank transfer and cash pickup in Cameroon. A small fee applies but delivery options are broader.
Remitly
Reliable provider with competitive rates for Cameroon. Small fee applies but worth checking on larger transfers.
Wise
AfriRate PartnerBank transfer only for Cameroon, but the mid-market rate with transparent fees makes it worth considering for larger amounts or recipients with bank accounts.
First-transfer code
AFRIRATE
£500 sent fee-free
Rates at a Glance
| Provider | Fee | Approx. Rate | Mobile Money |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 Sendwave | FREE | FCFA766/£ | ✅ |
| 🏆 Lemfi | FREE | FCFA763/£ | ✅ |
| 🏆 Taptap Send | FREE | FCFA760/£ | ✅ |
| Wise | ~£1.50 | FCFA758/£ | ❌ |
| WorldRemit | £1.99 | FCFA751/£ | ✅ |
| Remitly | £2.99 | FCFA748/£ | ✅ |
| Western Union | £4.99 | FCFA730/£ | ❌ |
Common Questions
Is the XAF rate stable?
More so than most African currencies — the CFA Franc is pegged to the Euro, which keeps it from the sharp swings seen in NGN or GHS. That said, the GBP/EUR rate still moves, so XAF rates do shift week to week.
Can I send to both French and English-speaking Cameroon?
Yes — all providers listed serve the whole country. MTN Mobile Money and Orange Money operate nationwide across both linguistic regions.
How fast do transfers arrive?
Sendwave, Lemfi and Taptap Send typically deliver within minutes to mobile money wallets. Bank transfers take 1-2 business days.
Send to Cameroon with Sendwave
Zero fees • MTN & Orange Money • Instant delivery
Send to Cameroon with Sendwave →Always verify rates on Sendwave before sending.
Send with WorldRemit
Mobile money • Bank transfer • Cash pickup • Fast delivery
Send Now with WorldRemit →Always verify rates on WorldRemit before sending.
Send to Cameroon with Remitly
Fast delivery • Reliable transfers • Mobile Money supported
Send Now with Remitly →Always verify rates on Remitly before sending.