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USA → East Africa

Send Money to East Africa from the USA

Families in Somalia, Kenya and across East Africa and the Horn of Africa receive support from relatives in the United States every day. World Direct Link has served these communities from the USA since 1999. Send in person at an authorized agent; your recipient is paid by bank deposit, cash pickup, mobile wallet, depending on the country.

Countries we send to in East Africa

Choose a country for payout options and to find an agent near you.

Send money to SomaliaBank Deposit · Cash Pickup · Mobile Wallet Send money to KenyaCash Pickup · Mobile Wallet Send money to DjiboutiCash Pickup Send money to South SudanCash Pickup Send money to TanzaniaCash Pickup Send money to UgandaCash Pickup · Mobile Wallet

Sending money to East Africa - questions & answers

Which countries in East Africa can I send money to?

From the USA, World Direct Link sends money to Somalia, Kenya, Djibouti, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda.

How do recipients in East Africa receive money?

Depending on the country and payout partner: Bank Deposit, Cash Pickup, Mobile Wallet. Each country page lists the methods available there.

How do I send money to East Africa?

Visit an authorized World Direct Link agent in the United States with a valid photo ID and your recipient's details. The agent discloses the fees and the amount your recipient will receive before you pay.

Is World Direct Link licensed?

Yes. World Direct Link, Corp. is a FinCEN-registered Money Services Business and state-licensed money transmitter (NMLS ID 1119263), serving diaspora communities since 1999.