Send Money to Cuba from the Netherlands
From the Netherlands 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 in euros by credit card, bank transfer or MyBank.
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Ways to send money to Cuba from the Netherlands
With Fonmoney Cuba you can send money to Cuba from the Netherlands directly online. Everything is handled on the web, with no branches and no middlemen. If you live in the Netherlands and want to manage your transfer to Cuba in English, this page is for you.
The most-searched option from the Netherlands is to send money to an MLC card from the Netherlands. You also have cash delivery, the BANDEC Tropical card and Cubacel top-ups:
| 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 few days |
| 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 the Netherlands?
- 1Register — Create your account with your email address.
- 2Choose how you want to send — Select the product you need. Each option reaches your recipient in Cuba directly.
- 3Confirm and pay — Enter the recipient details, pay by credit card, bank transfer or MyBank, and your transfer to Cuba from the Netherlands is on its way.
Want to top up a relative's phone in Cuba too? Fonmoney Cuba also offers Cubacel top-ups.
From the Netherlands to Cuba, fast and in euros
Pay in euros (EUR) by credit card, bank transfer or MyBank, and your recipient in Cuba gets the money in their MLC account, on their card or as cash to the door. Fonmoney Cuba handles transfers to Cuba from the Netherlands transparently: you see the final amount before you confirm, and you get an email confirmation as soon as the transfer goes out.
Security and transparency
Fonmoney Cuba is regulated by the Banco de España within the European Union — financial supervision from your first transfer.
Every transaction travels over an encrypted connection. Your bank details and your recipient's stay protected.
What you send in euros is what your family receives in Cuba. 4.3 · 3,942 reviews on Trustpilot confirm it.
Many people wonder how to send money to Cuba from the Netherlands, because Dutch banks like ING, ABN AMRO, Rabobank and SNS Bank don't offer that option directly. With Fonmoney, the process is online, payment is in EUR and tracking is real time. MLC transfers: 5–7 business days. Cash to the door: 2–5 days. Cubacel top-ups: instant.
Looking for a dollar card for your family in Cuba? See the BANDEC Tropical card — also available from the Netherlands — on our BANDEC Tropical card page.
Other sending countries
Besides the Netherlands, Fonmoney accepts transfers from more than 60 countries. If you have family elsewhere who also want to send money, you can share the full list of sending countries or the step-by-step guide.
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Frequently asked questions about sending money to Cuba from the Netherlands
▸ Can I send money to an MLC card from the Netherlands?
Yes. With Fonmoney Cuba you can top up an existing MLC card or send a bank transfer to an MLC account at BPA, BANDEC or Banco Metropolitano.
▸ What currency do I pay in from the Netherlands?
You pay in euros (EUR). The recipient gets the amount in the currency tied to the product (MLC, USD or CUP balance).
▸ How long does a transfer from the Netherlands take?
MLC transfers from the Netherlands take 5 to 7 business days. Cash arrives in 2 to 5 days. Cubacel top-ups are instant.
▸ What payment methods can I use from the Netherlands?
For transfers and cards: credit card, bank transfer or MyBank. For Cubacel top-ups: credit card or Paysafecard. Payment is made in euros (EUR).
▸ Is it safe to send money to Cuba with Fonmoney from the Netherlands?
Yes. Fonmoney Cuba is regulated by the Banco de España within the European Union. More than 3,942 Trustpilot reviews back the service.
▸ Do I need to register?
For bank transfers to Cuba from the Netherlands and cards you need to create an account. Cubacel top-ups don't require registration.
▸ Can I top up the BANDEC Tropical card from the Netherlands?
Yes. With Fonmoney Cuba you can top up the BANDEC Tropical card from the Netherlands: 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 Amsterdam. It arrived in six days — exactly the amount I paid, no surprises."
Sophie K.
Amsterdam, Netherlands · ★★★★★
"I send from Rotterdam every month by credit card. Cash reached my mother in Santiago in three days — faster than anything else I'd tried."
James B.
Rotterdam, Netherlands · ★★★★★
"I topped up my father's MLC card from Utrecht. The balance was available within days and the whole process was completely transparent."
Laura M.
Utrecht, Netherlands · ★★★★☆
★★★★☆ More than 3,942 Trustpilot reviews back the trust in Fonmoney Cuba.
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