Currency exchange in Zambia

18.54 ZMWper 1 USDT−0.2% over 24hCalculation refreshed today at 06:501 USDT = 18.54 ZMWOfficial rate; the final rate in the request may differ.
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Zambia - Victoria Falls, safaris, and copper mining regions - uses ZMW currency. Russian bank cards do not work here, and ATMs are oriented toward other international networks. ATM24 lets you get ZMW cash or by bank transfer with the rate locked before payment.

ZMW rate today

Rates come from the calculator at page-load time. Trends use market history as of 20 September 2026.

CurrencyRate for 124h changeTrend
RUBRussian ruble 0.2068ZMW 0.2%
USDUS dollar 18.54ZMW 0.4%
EUREuro 21.01ZMW 0.3%
USDTTether 18.54ZMW 0.2%

Ways to receive funds — Zambia

Available methods depend on the selected direction and amount.

Cash pickup

Cash pickup at an agreed payout point.

  • Cash

Availability is confirmed in the request

Cash pickup at office

Cash pickup in ZMW at an ATM24 office; availability for Zambia is confirmed in the request.

09:00–21:00

To a bank account

USDT TRC20 -> ZMW bank transfer (confirm availability when submitting your request).

  • Bank transfer
  • Up to 1 business day

How to submit a ZMW exchange request for Zambia

A calculation and request for the selected pair; available methods depend on the direction.

  1. Step

    Currency and method selection

    Fill in the calculator data. Choose the currency and a convenient way to receive funds.

  2. Step

    Contact details

    Enter your contact details, click “Start transfer”, and wait for an operator response.

  3. Step

    Confirmation

    After confirmation and payment, we send money to Zambia using the selected method.

How to get ZMW before your trip to Zambia

A short practical guide for a first visit.

The Mir card in Zambia is not a reliable way to withdraw ZMW.

Zambia is a popular destination for safaris and visiting Victoria Falls. ZMW cash is needed for transport, markets, local services, and transfers. ATM24 lets you get Zambian kwacha before leaving Russia.

Cash at the office in Russia or bank transfer

Four routes are available: USDT TRC20 -> ZMW cash; USDT TRC20 -> ZMW bank transfer (confirm availability when submitting your request); RUB wire transfer -> ZMW cash; RUB SBP/QR -> ZMW cash. Choose a convenient option and lock the rate before payment.

Fee for smaller exchange amounts

Fee from 0.9%. The ZMW final amount matters more than a separate percentage - check the amount you receive in the ATM24 calculator.

Cities in Zambia

Listed on the page: Lusaka, Kitwe, Ndola, Kabwe, Chingola. Specify convenient method and receipt details when submitting your request.

Exchange money in other cities of Zambia

  • Lusaka, Zambia Popular

    Lusaka

    Zambia

    Transfers
    6 000+
    Average time
    50 minutes
    Send transfer
  • Kitwe, Zambia Popular

    Kitwe

    Zambia

    Transfers
    4 900+
    Average time
    50 minutes
    Send transfer
  • Ndola, Zambia Popular

    Ndola

    Zambia

    Transfers
    4 500+
    Average time
    1 hour
    Send transfer
  • Kabwe, Zambia

    Kabwe

    Zambia

    Transfers
    3 800+
    Average time
    55 minutes
    Send transfer
  • Chingola, Zambia

    Chingola

    Zambia

    Transfers
    3 300+
    Average time
    55 minutes
    Send transfer

Payout points on the map

Cash payout points with addresses and opening hours

Zambia · Listed locations: 10

Find a convenient payout point

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Payout points — Zambia

  • ECOBANK WOODLANDS BRANCH · Lusaka

    Plot No 2331 Woodlands Shopping, CENTRE, Lusaka, 10101

    Mon-Fri 08:15 - 16:00; Sat 08:15 - 12:00; Sun Closed

    Western Union

  • POSTDOTNET OXFORD · Kitwe

    Plot No. 11 Solidarity House, TOWN CENTER, Kitwe, COPPERBELT, 10101

    Mon-Fri 08:00 - 17:00; Sat 09:00 - 13:00; Sun Closed

    Western Union

  • CACTUS FINANCIAL SERVICES JACARANDA · Ndola

    Jacaranda Mall, CORNERKABWE ROAD MUSHILI STREE, Ndola, COPPERBELT, 10101

    Mon-Fri 08:00 - 18:00; Sat 08:00 - 13:00; Sun Closed

    Western Union

More locations: 7
  • CACTUS FINANCIAL KABWE SHOPPING MALL · Kabwe

    Shop No. 17, NEAR MULUNGUSHI TEXTILE, Kabwe, CENTRAL, 10101

    Mon-Fri 08:00 - 19:00; Sat 08:00 - 18:00; Sun 08:00 - 15:00

    Western Union

  • POSTNET CHINGOLA · Chingola

    Shop 4 The Park Mall, KABUNGI ROAD, Chingola, COPPERBELT, 10101

    Mon-Fri 08:30 - 17:00; Sat 09:00 - 13:00; Sun Closed

    Western Union

  • MUKURU - LUSAKA · Lusaka

    MARAPODI MAIN MARKET AREA MARAPODI MANDEBVU, LUSAKA

    Mon-Sun 08:00 - 17:00

    MoneyGram

  • INSTAPAY AFRICORP LIMITED - KITWE - KITW · Kitwe

    ECL MALL, 40 D SHOP NO:, KITWE, 10101

    Mon-Fri 08:30 - 19:30; Sat 09:00 - 18:00; Sun 09:00 - 14:00

    MoneyGram

  • UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA - NDOLA · Ndola

    ZMART MALL INDEPENDENCE AVENUE, 4275 STAND, NDOLA, COPPERBELT, 10101

    Mon-Fri 08:00 - 16:00; Sat 09:00 - 13:00; Sun 09:00 - 16:30

    MoneyGram

  • FINANCE BANK - KABWE · Kabwe

    P.O. BOX 80933, KABWE, 10101

    Mon-Fri 08:00 - 16:00; Sat 08:00 - 11:00; Sun Closed

    MoneyGram

  • MUKURU - COPPERBELT · Chingola

    OPPOSITE THE PARK MALL, CHINGOLA

    Mon-Sun 08:00 - 17:00

    MoneyGram

Directory data as of 2026-08-26

Routes and options for Zambia

  • ZanacoZanaco
  • Stanbic Bank ZambiaStanbic Bank Zambia
  • Absa Bank ZambiaAbsa Bank Zambia
  • FNB ZambiaFNB Zambia
  • Access Bank ZambiaAccess Bank Zambia

Customer reviews

Real stories from real people

Илья Хорунжий

Trustpilot

I’ve exchanged money in Thailand. It has taken about 20 minutes from the first message to getting cash in ATM. Thanks to manager Эмиль

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Джон Рокфеллер

Google

The guys work quickly and precisely with the most favorable rate. Tried many different exchangers, ATM24 is the best for getting services.

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Sergey Bibik

Google

I needed cash on 12/31 in the mall to buy a gift, the guys helped promptly, many thanks to manager Sofa, they really saved me!

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Why ATM24 for currency exchange in Zambia

What we guarantee on every deal in Zambia

The rate is fixed before you pay

The final payout amount in ZMW is known before payment and does not change.

Rate at confirmation18.54 ZMW Held for 14 min 52 sec

We confirm the rate and the payout amount before payment — they do not change afterwards.

Payout on the day of the request

Cash, courier or bank account — at the agreed payout point.

  1. Request accepted
  2. Payment received
  3. Preparing the payout
  4. Payout at the agreed point

We work with any bank

We accept from Russia and pay out in the local currency, including USDT — no Mir card required.

We accept
RUB · USDT
We pay out
ZMW
Payout cities
5
We accept from Russia
  • Russian ruble · RUB
  • Tether · USDT
We pay out in Zambia
  • ZMW

No Mir card is required for this.

Currency exchange in other countries

Pick a country and you get its rate, its cities and its payout methods.

Frequently asked questions about currency exchange in Zambia

What is the ZMW rate today?

The ZMW rate is updated daily. For reference, check the live calculation: 100 USDT -> ZMW: 1,853.81 ZMW.

Does the Mir card work in Zambia?

The Mir card is not a reliable way to withdraw ZMW. ATMs in Lusaka and Livingstone are available but oriented toward other international networks. For Victoria Falls routes prepare ZMW cash in advance.

Can you pay in dollars or euros in Zambia?

USD can be useful for tourist services, but everyday expenses are more convenient in ZMW: transport, markets, food. For Lusaka and Livingstone compare the ZMW final amount.

Is ZMW cash needed in Zambia?

Yes - ZMW cash is needed for first expenses after arrival: taxis, communication, markets, and accommodation deposit. Cash is mandatory on tourist routes.

How to pay for accommodation in cash in Zambia?

For accommodation in Lusaka or Livingstone it is better to agree in advance: price, deposit, payment currency, and payment confirmation. If the amount is quoted in USD, check the ZMW conversion in advance.

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