Money transfer & foreign exchange · Sierra Leone

Send money home, in minutes.

Fast, secure and affordable transfers between Sierra Leone and the world — paid out to a bank account, mobile wallet or cash, the moment it lands.

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Trusted & licensed· Authorised payout agent for leading operators
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👋 Welcome to IsmailFX! How can we help you today?
I want to send $500 to my family in Kenema. 10:32 AM
Of course! I'll help you with that right away. Just send me their full name and phone number (Orange or Africell). 💰
Mariama Sesay, 076123456 on Orange Money. 10:33 AM
Perfect! Sending payment link to you now. Once paid, they'll receive it instantly. ✅
Done! Just sent the money. 10:34 AM
✅ Transfer completed! Your family will get an SMS confirmation in 2 minutes. Thank you for choosing IsmailFX! 🇸🇱
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Instant transfer
3-5 min average
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Best rate guaranteed
No hidden fees
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Mobile money deposit
Orange & Africell

Authorised payout agent for the world's leading money transfer operators

MoneyGram
Western Union
Ria
LeadRemit
TransfaPay
& many more
What we do

Everything you need to move money.

Send, receive, collect and exchange — online, in‑branch, or through our agent network. One account, every channel.

Send money

Quick, secure transfers to Sierra Leone and beyond — with great rates and zero hidden fees.

Receive & collect

Instant payout into bank accounts, mobile wallets or cash at any of our agent locations.

Foreign exchange

Buy and sell currency at transparent, competitive rates — no black‑market guesswork.

Diaspora & business

Tailored support for families and businesses – fast settlement, fair rates, full compliance.

How it works

Send in four simple steps.

1

Create an account

Sign up online or in‑branch — one account works across every channel.

2

Verify your ID

Upload your documents once for quick, secure KYC verification.

3

Choose & pay

Enter the amount and beneficiary, then pay by card or cash at an agent.

4

Money delivered

Your recipient collects by bank, mobile wallet or cash — instantly.

Network & coverage

Connecting Sierra Leone to the world.

Move money across our growing list of corridors — and pay out transfers from the world's leading operators through our wide agent network.

🇬🇳Guinea↔
🇳🇬Nigeria↔
🇬🇭Ghana↔
🇬🇧United Kingdom↔
🇺🇸United States↔
🇨🇳China↔
Why Ismail FX

The easier, safer way to move money.

No queues, no carrying cash, no black-market rates. Just fast, fair, fully‑compliant transfers.

Safe & secure

Fully regulated, with bank-grade KYC and AML protection on every transaction.

Instant payout

Recipients get their money the moment a transfer is confirmed.

Low, clear fees

Competitive exchange rates and transparent pricing — no surprises.

Accessible everywhere

Online, in‑branch and through agents — even in remote areas.

Reliable

A trusted partner network and full transaction records you can count on.

Major operators

Authorised payout agent for MoneyGram, Western Union, Ria and more.

Compliance & security

Compliance is at the core of everything we do.

We operate to the highest standards for preventing money laundering and financial crime, under the Sierra Leone Anti‑Money Laundering and Combating of Financing of Terrorism Act, 2012.

  • Full KYC verificationEvery customer verified, documents securely recorded.
  • Dedicated Compliance OfficerOversees AML/CTF policy, monitoring and reporting.
  • Sanctions screeningTransactions screened against UN, EU and U.S. OFAC lists.
  • Secure record keepingRecords retained securely for at least five years.
Help

Frequently asked questions

What is Ismail FX?+
Ismail FX is a licensed money transfer and foreign exchange bureau in Sierra Leone. We help individuals and businesses send, receive and exchange money quickly, securely and affordably — and we're an authorised payout agent for leading international operators.
How do recipients collect their money?+
Recipients can collect cash at the nearest agent location, receive funds into a mobile wallet, or have money paid directly into a bank account — usually instantly once a transfer is confirmed.
Which operators can I collect a payout from?+
We're an authorised payout agent for MoneyGram, Western Union, Ria, LeadRemit, TransfaPay and more. Money sent to Sierra Leone through these operators can be collected through Ismail FX and our wide payout network.
Is Ismail FX safe and regulated?+
Yes. We operate under the Sierra Leone Anti‑Money Laundering and Combating of Financing of Terrorism Act, 2012, with full KYC, sanctions screening, secure record keeping and a dedicated Compliance Officer.
What do I need to send money?+
Create an account online or in‑branch, complete a quick KYC verification with your ID, then enter the amount and your beneficiary's details and choose how to pay. That's it.

Ready to send money the easy way?

Join the customers who trust Ismail FX to move their money safely, quickly and affordably. Reach out or visit your nearest outlet today.

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Phone
+232 99 668990
Email
info@ismailfx.com
Head office
34 Regent Road, Off Circular Road, Freetown

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