You can send money to Mauritius quickly and securely with Coinepay, whether you are supporting family, paying friends or settling with a business partner. A money transfer to Mauritius can be set up in minutes from the Coinepay app, with the rate and fees shown up front and a choice of payout methods for your recipient.
- Fast delivery: transfers can arrive in as little as 10 minutes, depending on the payout method and destination.
- Clear pricing: the exchange rate and all fees are shown before you confirm the transfer.
- Flexible payouts: bank deposit, mobile wallet and cash pickup are supported.
How to send money to Mauritius
- Enter the amount and currency. Type how much you want to send and choose the currency your recipient should receive, such as Mauritian rupees (MUR).
- Add the recipient and payout method. Enter the recipient's details exactly as they appear on their account or ID, then choose bank deposit, mobile wallet or cash pickup.
- Review, confirm and track. Check the rate and fees shown, confirm, pay, and follow the status of your transfer in the app.
How long does a transfer to Mauritius take?
Transfers to Mauritius can arrive in as little as 10 minutes, but the actual time depends on the payout method and the receiving bank or provider, and the estimated arrival time is shown in the app before you confirm.
| Payout method | What the recipient needs | What affects delivery time |
|---|---|---|
| Bank deposit | Full 30-character Mauritian IBAN (starts MU), name, address and the bank's SWIFT/BIC | Receiving bank processing and cut-off times; correspondent routing |
| Mobile wallet | Registered wallet details as requested at checkout | Wallet provider availability and confirmation |
| Cash pickup | Full legal name and the transfer reference, plus valid ID at the branch | Branch opening hours and local holidays |
Timing can also be affected by receiving-bank cut-off times, weekends and local public holidays, identity or compliance checks, and any incorrect or missing details. A mismatched name, IBAN, address, bank BIC or payment purpose can delay or cause a transfer to be rejected, so double-check everything before you confirm.
How much does it cost to send money to Mauritius?
The exchange rate and every fee are shown clearly in the Coinepay app before the transfer is confirmed, so you can see the full cost and what your recipient will receive before you pay. The total depends on the amount you send, the currencies involved and the payout method you choose. Your recipient should also check whether their own bank or provider charges an incoming or intermediary fee, as this is set by them and not by Coinepay.
Ways to receive money in Mauritius
Bank deposit
For a deposit into a Mauritian bank account, you will need the recipient's full legal name and address, their complete IBAN (a 30-character code that begins with MU and covers the bank, branch, account and currency), and the receiving bank's SWIFT/BIC. The BIC is bank-specific — for example, some banks publish codes such as BARCMUMUXXX — so always ask the recipient for their exact IBAN and BIC rather than constructing them. Provide intermediary-bank details only if the receiving bank supplies them for the route or currency.
Mobile wallet
Mobile-wallet payout may be offered for Mauritius. Availability can depend on your sending location, so check the payout options shown at checkout in the app. The recipient will need their registered wallet details as requested during setup.
Cash pickup
With cash pickup, the recipient collects funds in Mauritian rupees at a participating location using valid identification and the transfer reference number you share with them. Some cash-pickup networks may ask for proof of address for larger amounts, so the recipient should bring their ID and be ready to show supporting documents if requested.
What you need to send money to Mauritius
- A verified Coinepay account (registration and identity verification completed).
- The recipient's full legal name, exactly as it appears on their bank account or ID.
- The payout details for the method you choose — IBAN and SWIFT/BIC for a bank deposit, wallet details for a mobile wallet, or the recipient's name for cash pickup.
- The purpose of the transfer and, if asked, information about your source of funds.
The local currency is the Mauritian rupee (MUR). Mauritius removed exchange controls in 1994, but banks and providers still apply identity and anti-money-laundering checks on incoming transfers, and there is no fixed threshold that exempts a transfer from these rules.
How Coinepay keeps your transfer safe
Every transfer is subject to identity verification and sanctions screening of both sender and recipient, and funds services are provided through licensed partner financial institutions. Connections are encrypted, you can track the status of each transfer in the app, and support is available 24/7. Transfers are also subject to local regulations, and Coinepay may ask for documents such as the purpose or source of funds before a transfer is released. Coinepay does not send to sanctioned persons or to jurisdictions under comprehensive sanctions.
Send money to Mauritius with the Coinepay app
Download the Coinepay app from the App Store or Google Play, or create your account to start a money transfer to Mauritius. If you have questions about payout methods or your transfer, contact Coinepay support at any time.
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FAQ
What is the fastest way to send money to Mauritius?
Set up your transfer in the Coinepay app and choose the payout method shown as fastest for your recipient. Transfers can arrive in as little as 10 minutes, though the actual time depends on the payout method and destination. The estimated arrival time is shown before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Mauritius take?
It can arrive in as little as 10 minutes, but the time depends on the payout method and the receiving bank or provider. Bank cut-off times, weekends, local holidays, compliance checks and incorrect details can all affect delivery.
What details do I need to send money to Mauritius?
You need a verified Coinepay account and your recipient's full legal name as on their ID or account. For a bank deposit, add their 30-character MU IBAN and the bank's SWIFT/BIC; for cash pickup, the recipient needs ID and the transfer reference.
Can my recipient receive the money to a mobile wallet or as cash?
Yes. Coinepay supports bank deposit, mobile wallet and cash pickup payouts for Mauritius. Mobile-wallet availability can depend on your sending location, so check the payout options shown at checkout in the app.
What currency will my recipient receive in Mauritius?
Recipients in Mauritius typically receive Mauritian rupees (MUR). You choose the currency your recipient gets when you set up the transfer, and the exchange rate and fees are shown before you confirm.
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