Send money to Orange Money with Ria

There are two ways to sign up for Orange Money Europe: 

1. Using a mobile phone: 
   Download the Orange Money Europe mobile app from the Google Play Store or App Store, then follow the steps to create your account. This is the quickest and easiest way to get started. 
    
2. In person at a retail location (France only): 
   Visit an authorized Orange Money Europe point of sale with your mobile phone (any carrier is fine) and a valid ID. A representative will help you open your account on the spot. 
   

There are three options to sign up for Orange Money Africa:

1. USSD:
   Dial *150# on your Orange phone and follow the instructions.
2. Mobile App:
   Download the Orange Money Africa app from the Google Play Store or App Store and follow the steps to create your account.
3. Visit a Store:
   Go to any Orange shop or authorized distributor with your Orange phone and a valid ID (like a national ID, passport, or driver’s license). An agent will help you complete the form and activate your account on the spot.

Yes, Orange Money can receive international transfers from services like Ria. While sending out international transfers from Orange Money wallets is limited or unavailable in some countries, receiving money is widely supported.

Here are the transfer and balance limits for Orange Money Europe accounts:
 

Basic account: 

• Max balance: €500 
• Max transfer: €500 per transaction/day/month 
• Max 4 transactions per day 
  

Full account (after upgrade): 

• Max balance: €5,000 
• Max transfer: €950 per day, €2,000 per month 
  

All limits reset on the 1st of each month.  

For African countries, transfer and withdrawal limits vary by country and user account type. Here is an example: 

Cameroon (Orange Money Africa) 

• Cash‑in: up to XAF 500, 000 per transaction; XAF 2,000, 000 per day 
• Cash‑out: up to XAF 500, 000 per transaction; XAF 750, 000 per day 
• P2P transfers: up to XAF 1,000, 000 per transaction; XAF 1,500, 000 per day 
• Wallet max balance: XAF 5 million 
• Daily total transactions: XAF 3 million; monthly cap: XAF 10 million 
  

Note: Limits vary by country; this is just one example. Learn more about Orange Money transfer limits.

To send money to someone’s Orange Money wallet with Ria, you’ll typically need: 

• The recipient’s full name (matching their Orange Money registration) 
• The recipient’s mobile phone number linked to their Orange Money account 
• The destination country 
  
  Always double-check that the recipient's number is registered with Orange Money to avoid delays or failed transfers. 

Transfers to Orange Money via Ria are usually completed within minutes. However, some transactions may take longer due to local regulations, time zones, or additional verification requirements. 

Yes, users can withdraw money from their Orange Money account. If you're in Europe, there are two main options:

1. Cash withdrawal at a partner location in France 
   Available only for customers who opened their account in France. Visit a participating store to withdraw cash directly. 
   
2. Bank transfer (SEPA) from the mobile app 
   Available for customers in France and other European countries. You can transfer funds to your own bank account, as long as the IBAN is in your name. 
   Just open the app, go to the “More” menu, then select “Withdraw money.” 

If you're sending money to someone in Africa, they'll be able to withdraw the funds immediately after your transfer is approved. 

With Ria Money Transfer, you can send money to friends and family with an Orange Money wallet in the following countries: Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Senegal, and Sierra Leone. Learn more about where you can send money to a digital wallet with Ria.