Send Money to Brazil from USA with Paysend: Better FX Rates!
At Paysend, we’re dedicated to making international transfers easy, secure, and low-cost. We're always working to bring you better FX rates so you get more with every transfer. And now, sending money to Brazil just got even better! We’re excited to introduce improved exchange rates for transfers in USD, helping you save more when you send! And for anyone reading outside of the US, we have also secured lower FX rates for those sending from both GBP and EUR currencies!
New FX rates for transfers to Brazil
Starting March 17th 2025, Paysend is offering improved exchange rates for sending money to Brazil. These new rates mean you get more Brazilian Reais (BRL) for every dollar, euro or pound you send.
How much BRL will my recipient get?
Here’s an example of what your recipient might receive based on live exchange rates with our new improved FX rate, in USD sending currency.
| Send amount | Recipient gets |
|---|---|
| 100 USD | 548.94 BRL |
| 250 USD | 1389.06 BRL |
| 500 USD | 2789.26 BRL |
| 1,000 USD | 5589.66 BRL |
Exchange rates vary and are subject to change, so please check the Paysend app for real-time rates.
How to send money to Brazil from USA with Paysend
Sending money to Brazil is quick and secure with Paysend, and there are many options to suit your recipient - you can send money to Brazil Pix, to bank accounts*, and bank cards. Here’s how to transfer money from USA to Brazil - just follow these easy steps:
- Sign up or log in to the Paysend app or website
- Select Brazil from the list of countries available
- Choose to send to your recipient via Pix, their bank account or bank card - all paid out in BRL.
- When selecting ‘Pix’, you’ll need your recipient’s Pix key type (CPF tax registration number), email or phone number. Enter the name that matches their ID. You’ll also need to show the Purpose of the Transfer and your Relationship to the Recipient.
- When selecting ‘To a bank account’, you’ll see a list of banks to choose from. Select the recipient’s bank, and then select the type of bank (Checking or Savings). Next, enter the recipient’s account number, tax ID in Brazil (CPF number), the branch code, name, Purpose of Transfer, and Relationship to Recipient.
- When selecting ‘To bank card,’ you’ll need to enter the recipient's 16-digit Visa® card number, name, Purpose of Transfer, and Relationship to the Recipient. - Choose the amount you want to send - you’ll see the exact exchange rate and fees before confirming
- Confirm and send the transfer
*We will send your money in real-time, but it could take up to 3 business days depending on your recipient's bank
Supporting loved ones across borders
Migration from Brazil to the United States has steadily grown over the past few decades. Today, more than half a million Brazilians live in the US, with vibrant communities in states like Florida, Massachusetts, New York and California. Many moved in search of new opportunities - whether for work, study or to build a better future for their families.
For Brazilian migrants, sending money back home remains an important way to support parents, children, or loved ones in Brazil. Paysend helps make that easy, offering improved FX rates and low-cost transfers from the US to Brazil.
Why Paysend?
Whether you’re supporting loved ones or managing expenses back home, Paysend offers an easy and low-cost way to send money to Brazil. With our new and improved exchange rates, sending with Paysend is a great choice. Here’s what makes us a top choice:
- Competitive exchange rates, so you get more for every transfer
- Low, fixed fee of just $1.99, so you know exactly what you are paying with every transfer before you send
- Fast transfers, with most transactions completed in minutes
Secure and reliable service, licensed and regulated for peace of mind
Start sending to Brazil today
With improved exchange rates, low fees, and an easy transfer process, there has never been a better time to send money to Brazil from the USA. Try Paysend today and see how much you can save.
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