How to Send Money from Nigeria to Canada (Using Yolat)

There are many ways people try to send money from Nigeria to Canada — like giving someone a huge sum to help “pass it on,” transferring from your naira account to someone else’s foreign account, using bureau de change agents, or relying on Telegram/WhatsApp/Facebook groups.

But let’s be honest, most of these options are either painfully slow or flat-out risky. You could be waiting forever for your recipient to get the money, or worse, lose your hard-earned cash to a scammer. And in this economy? No one can afford that.

That’s why Yolat exists. With Yolat, you can send money from your Nigerian naira wallet directly to a Canadian Interac account in minutes — safely, securely, and with full control.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly how to send money to Canada using Yolat, share why so many Nigerians trust it, and offer a few tips to help you send stress-free.

Why Should You Use Yolat to Send Money to Canada?

Yolat makes cross-border money transfers simple, fast, and secure, especially for Nigerians living at home or abroad who regularly send money to friends, family, or partners.

Here’s 5 Reasons why Nigerians trust Yolat:

• Fast transfers – Your recipient gets the money within minutes.
• Great exchange rates – Competitive market rates, no hidden fees.
• Reliable customer support – Need help? We’re always here, whether it’s for complaints, questions, or feedback.
• Licensed and secure – Fully regulated in both Nigeria and Canada.
• Multi-country transfers – Send money not just to Canada, but also to the UK, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya, and several countries in Europe.

Step-by-Step: How to Send Money from Nigeria to Canada with Yolat

1. Log in to your Yolat account

If you don’t already have a Yolat account, head over to the App Store or Play Store and download the app.
Sign up and complete your account verification; it only takes a few minutes. 

2. Fund Your NGN Wallet

Before you can send money, your Naira (NGN) wallet must have enough funds.

Don’t have enough? No problem:

• Go to your Naira Wallet
• Click the “Add Money” button
• Copy your bank transfer details
• Make a transfer from your bank app
• After you’ve transferred, tap “I have completed the transfer”

You’ll see a message: “Your money is on its way!”
Click Continue, and your wallet will be topped up shortly.

3. Send Money to Canada

Now it’s time to send!

1. On your NGN Wallet, tap “Send Money”
2. Enter the amount you want to send; you’ll see the real-time exchange and how much your recipient will receive in CAD
3. To change currency, click on the country flag icon
4. Select or add a recipient:
   • If you’ve sent money before, just select their name
   • If not, tap “Enter recipient details” and fill in the fields
   • Note: You can only send Canadian dollars (CAD) to someone in Canada

Once you’ve added or selected the recipient:

5. Review your transaction
6. Double-check everything
7. Tap Continue, enter your PIN, and you’re done!

Your recipient will get the money shortly after.

Using Yolat guarantees you peace of mind in Africa and beyond. Maintain your peace of mind when you download our app on the Play store or App Store.