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Carnival in Brazil is one of the most famous celebrations in the world – a spectacular mix of music, dance, tradition and community spirit. Held every year in the days leading up to Lent, Carnival is a moment when streets fill with vibrant parades, dazzling costumes and the infectious energy of samba.<\/p>
Whether in Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, São Paulo or Recife, each region of Brazil brings its unique style to the festival, making it a deeply rooted cultural tradition. For those living abroad, staying connected to family and friends during Carnival is essential. With Paysend, you can support your loved ones back home, helping them make the most of this unforgettable celebration.<\/p>
The history behind Brazil’s Carnival<\/h2>
Carnival’s origins trace back to European festivals brought to Brazil by Portuguese settlers in the 17th century. These celebrations were inspired by Catholic traditions, marking the last days of indulgence before Lent’s fasting period.<\/p>
Over time, African, Indigenous and Portuguese influences merged to create the unique Brazilian Carnival we know today. The introduction of samba – a music and dance style with deep African roots – became a defining feature, turning Carnival into the spectacular, rhythmic event it is today.<\/p>
Key Carnival celebrations across Brazil<\/h2>
Rio de Janeiro:<\/strong> Home to the world-famous Sambadrome parades, where top samba schools compete in elaborate floats and performances.<\/li>
Salvador:<\/strong> Known for its electric street parties, with massive crowds following live music trucks.<\/li>
Recife & Olinda: <\/strong>Famous for frevo dancing and massive street parades, featuring the iconic giant puppets.<\/li>
São Paulo: <\/strong>Hosts Sambadrome parades similar to Rio but with its own distinct flair and local traditions.<\/li><\/ul>
Carnival is more than just a party – it’s a cultural showcase that brings communities together, honoring Brazil’s history, music and artistic flair.<\/p>
Why sending money home matters during Carnival<\/h2>
For many, Carnival is a time of family, unity and celebration, but it can also bring extra costs. If you have loved ones in Brazil, a little financial support can help them enjoy the festivities to the fullest.<\/p>
How your transfer can make a difference:<\/strong><\/p>
Costumes and accessories<\/strong> – Help family members join in parades with dazzling outfits and decorations.<\/li>
Food and celebrations<\/strong> – Support loved ones in preparing traditional Carnival feasts for family and friends.<\/li>
Travel and experiences <\/strong>– Some travel to major Carnival cities like Rio, Salvador or Recife — your support can help cover transport and accommodation. <\/li><\/ul>
Whether it’s helping with a small expense or a bigger celebration, your support means they can enjoy Carnival without worry.<\/p>
How to send money to Brazil with Paysend<\/h2>
Paysend makes it easy to stay connected to your loved ones during Carnival. Here’s how you can send money to Brazil in just a few taps<\/p>
Morocco is a country that nearly straddles two continents - although it is part of northern Africa, it’s so close to Spain that the ferry ride can be done in under an hour!
There are over 5 million Moroccan people living and working abroad who regularly send money home to support friends and family. You’ll find large Moroccan populations across much of Europe, North America and the Middle East, and Moroccan expats have helped to spread their unique culture across most of the globe!
When making transfers from other countries, expats want to find the cheapest money transfer to Morocco, so that as much money arrives as possible and isn’t lost in high transfer fees.
So which options are available?
How to send money to Morocco
There are a number different ways to send money to Morocco, and they differ in terms of speed, cost and simplicity.
You might go with a traditional offline method like a bank, post office or money transfer outlet, but this will often be slower and be more costly thanks to poor exchange rates and high commission charges. Alternatively, you can choose an online money transfer service, which can often be much faster and cheaper than offline methods.
With Paysend you can send money online to card accounts and digital wallets in Morocco. The only information you need to send the money is the recipient’s card/wallet number and full name.
This means you don’t need lots of bank details to send the money! The money is received straight to your recipient’s card or wallet as soon as the transfer is complete.
Check out our Trustpilot page to see what our customers have to say about us!
How much does it cost to send money to Morocco?
If you want to send money to a card account in Morocco, it costs only £1, $2or€1.50(or equivalent), no matter how much you want to transfer.
If you’re transferring money to a digital wallet, there’s no transfer feeif you choose Paysend.
Our low fees mean that your recipients will have even more money to spend!
How much will my recipient receive?
Paysend uses excellent, competitive exchange rates, and along with our low fees we provide some extremely cheap money transfers to Morocco. You can find out exactly how much your recipient in Morocco will receive on our homepage.
How long does it take to transfer money to Morocco?
Money sent using Paysend will usually reach the recipient in Morocco within a few minutes of being sent, although it could take up to three days working days if your recipient’s bank isn’t quite as quick as us at processing payments!
Download the Paysend app nowto start sending money to Morocco!