Sending from the United Kingdom
Send money to Benin from the UK
Use the Express Remit app to prepare a transfer to Benin. Select the destination, add your recipient and review the current options before sending.
Keep supporting family in Benin
Whether it is household costs or school fees, check the amount your recipient will receive in West African CFA francs before sending.
Know the currency
The currency of Benin is the West African CFA franc (XOF). For a transfer from pounds to XOF, check the currency and amount shown for the recipient in the app.
Prepare your recipient’s details
Confirm the recipient’s full name, current mobile number (starting +229) and receiving details with them directly.
Has the mobile number format changed in Benin?
Yes. In 2024 Benin moved to 10-digit mobile numbers beginning 01. If you saved a recipient’s number before then, check the current number with them before you send.
How to make your transfer
- Sign in to Express Remit and choose Benin.
- Add or select your recipient and choose an available receiving method.
- Enter the amount and review the rate, fee, recipient amount and delivery estimate.
- Confirm when the details are correct, then follow progress in the app.
Need help with this transfer?
Contact our team with your transfer reference if you have one. Receiving options, transfer costs and delivery estimates are specific to your transfer.