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Once your account is activated, you can send up to R25,000 per order and up to R25,000 per month. You can also upgrade your account to send higher limits of up to R50,000 per order and R100,000 per month. Select the “Increase Limits” button in the Mama Money app to upgrade your account.
You can pay in cash at a participating retailer, via EFT, or through other available payment methods in the Mama Money app. Your transfer will begin once payment is confirmed.
Money sent to Canada is paid directly into your recipient’s bank account in Canadian Dollars (CAD). Please double-check all bank details before confirming your order.
Transfers to Canada are paid directly into your recipient’s bank account. Most transfers are processed quickly, but delivery times may vary depending on the bank and public holidays.
Mama’s fee is 5% (capped at R250) when sending money to Canada. The full fee and exchange rate are shown in the Mama Money app before confirming your transfer.