Send to Airtel Accounts in Rwanda

Sending funds to Airtel Money with WorldRemit is one of the fastest, easiest, and most affordable ways to support family and friends anywhere in Rwanda.

• Your recipient must have a registered and active Airtel Money account.

• The funds will be available to your recipient in an instant

What is Airtel Money in Rwanda?

Airtel Money is a secure electronic wallet service that’s available to smartphone users and those with basic feature phones on Airtel network in Rwanda. Money can be stored in the user’s Airtel Money wallet and used to buy products and services in-store and online, pay bills and school fees, top-up mobile airtime, send money to other Airtel mobile users as well as users on other networks, and much more. 

How can I send money to Airtel Money accounts in Rwanda?

WorldRemit makes it easy to send money to Airtel Money accounts in Rwanda from more than 50 countries around the world. Just download the app or create your free account to start transferring money to family and friends in Rwanda today. 

We send over 180,000 mobile money transfers worldwide every month, so you know your transfer will be fast, low-cost and secure. All you need is your recipient’s Airtel Money account number and their mobile phone number to complete the transfer. 

How do I set up Airtel Money?

It’s easy for existing Airtel subscribers to set up Airtel Rwanda Airtel Money. All you need to do is visit your local Airtel Money agent with one form of valid ID, such as a Rwandan passport, driver’s licence or government ID.

You’ll then receive an SMS request asking you to complete the process and set your four-digit Airtel Money PIN code. You will need your PIN to send or withdraw money from your account.

How do I check my balance on Airtel Rwanda?

There are a number of different ways to check your Airtel Money balance. However, the easiest way is to use the Airtel app. That will allow you to check your balance in an instant and manage all of your Airtel mobile services.

Can I buy airtime using Airtel Money?

Yes. Airtel Money customers in Rwanda can use their accounts to buy airtime. All you need to do is:

1. Dial *500# or *182#

2. Select option 2 - Buy Airtime 

3. Enter the amount

4. Enter the mobile number

5. Enter your PIN to confirm

How can I send money from Airtel to Airtel?

Another useful service is the ability to transfer money from one Airtel Money account to another, and to users on other networks:

1. Dial *500# or *182#

2. Select option 1 – Transfer Money

3. Enter your recipient’s phone number

4. Enter the amount you want to send

5. Enter PIN to confirm the transfer