Send Money to Cuba from Mexico
From Mexico you can send money to MLC bank accounts, top up cards or send cash to Cuba — or load the BANDEC Tropical card in dollars. Pay by credit card or bank transfer.
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Ways to send money to Cuba from Mexico
With Fonmoney Cuba you can send money to Cuba from Mexico directly online. Everything is handled on the web, with no branches and no queues.
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| MLC bank transfer | Send to an MLC account at BPA, BANDEC or Banco Metropolitano |
| MLC card | Top up an existing MLC card |
| Cash to the door | Your recipient gets dollars in hand within a day or two |
| BANDEC Tropical card | Anonymous prepaid card in USD, valid 5 years and accepted at POS terminals across Cuba |
How do you send money to Cuba from Mexico?
- 1Create your account — register with your email address in under two minutes.
- 2Choose the service — bank transfer, MLC card, cash or the BANDEC Tropical card. Each option reaches your recipient in Cuba directly.
- 3Confirm and pay — enter the recipient's details, pay by credit card or bank transfer, and your transfer is on its way.
Want to top up a relative's phone in Cuba too? Fonmoney Cuba also offers Cubacel top-ups.
Sending money to Cuba from Mexico with Fonmoney
From Mexico you can make transfers to Cuba from Mexico with Fonmoney Cuba without looking for a branch or waiting in line. The amount you see when you confirm the transfer is the final amount — no surprise charges at the last step.
Security and transparency
Every transaction travels encrypted. Your bank details and your recipient's in Cuba stay protected.
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Transfers to Cuba from Mexico with Fonmoney Cuba work the same from Mexico City, Guadalajara or Monterrey: choose the service, pay, and your family receives it in MLC, in USD or as Cubacel balance. MLC bank transfers take 1 to 3 business days, cash arrives in 24 to 72 hours, and Cubacel top-ups are instant.
Other sending countries
Fonmoney receives transfers from more than 60 countries. If you have family in Europe who also want to send money, they can do so from Germany, Italy or the United Kingdom. See the full list of sending countries or the step-by-step guide.
Looking for a dollar card for your family in Cuba? See the BANDEC Tropical card on our BANDEC Tropical card page.
Frequently asked questions about sending money to Cuba from Mexico
▸ How can I send money from Mexico to Cuba?
Go to Fonmoney Cuba, choose the service (bank transfer, MLC card, cash or the BANDEC Tropical card), enter the recipient's details and pay by credit card or bank transfer.
▸ How long does a transfer from Mexico take?
MLC bank transfers take 1 to 3 business days. Cash arrives in 24 to 72 hours. Cubacel top-ups are instant.
▸ What payment methods can I use from Mexico?
For transfers and cards: credit card or bank transfer. For Cubacel top-ups: credit card or Paysafecard.
▸ What currency does my recipient in Cuba get?
MLC for bank transfers and MLC cards, USD for cash to the door and for the Tropical card, or CUP as Cubacel balance.
▸ Which Cuban banks can I send to from Mexico?
You can send to an MLC account at BPA (Banco Popular de Ahorro), BANDEC (Banco de Crédito y Comercio) or Banco Metropolitano.
▸ Can I top up the BANDEC Tropical card from Mexico?
Yes. With Fonmoney Cuba you can top up the BANDEC Tropical card from Mexico: an anonymous prepaid card in dollars (USD), valid 5 years and accepted at POS terminals across Cuba. The recipient needs no ID to use the balance.
What our customers say
"I sent money to my sister's MLC account in Havana from Mexico City. In less than a week it was available — exactly the amount I paid, no surprises."
Alexandra R.
Mexico City, Mexico · ★★★★★
"I send from Guadalajara every month by credit card. Cash reached my mother in three days, straight to her door."
George M.
Guadalajara, Mexico · ★★★★★
"I topped up my dad's MLC card from Monterrey. The balance was available within a couple of days and the whole process was clear from start to finish."
Daniela S.
Monterrey, Mexico · ★★★★☆
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