Gabon is a resource-rich nation on the Atlantic coast of Central Africa, known for its vast rainforests and significant petroleum reserves. Its capital, Libreville, is the country’s political and financial hub, while Port-Gentil serves as the center of the oil and timber industries. In 2026, Gabon’s economy is projected to grow by 3.7%, emerging as one of the most dynamic economies in the CEMAC region. This growth is driven by a strategic push toward economic diversification, particularly in mining (iron ore), sustainable forestry, and agricultural value addition. With a population of approximately 2.6 million, Gabon remains a middle-income country with a high dependence on formal and mobile-based remittance channels for regional and international trade.
Money Transfer Locations
Western Union
Western Union is the most established network in Gabon, operating through BGFIBank, BICI-G, and La Poste SA.
- Western Union Libreville
- Western Union Port-Gentil
- Western Union Franceville
- Western Union Oyem
- Western Union Moanda
- Western Union Lambaréné
- Western Union Mouila
- Western Union Makokou
- Western Union Tchibanga
- Western Union Koulamoutou
MoneyGram
MoneyGram services are widely accessible through UBA Gabon, Ecobank, and Orabank branches.
- MoneyGram Libreville
- MoneyGram Port-Gentil
- MoneyGram Franceville
- MoneyGram Bitam
- MoneyGram Moanda
- MoneyGram Akanda
Ria Money Transfer
- Ria Libreville
- Ria Port-Gentil
- Ria Owendo
Regional Agents (Express Union & Wari)
Regional providers like Express Union are vital for transfers within the CEMAC zone and West Africa.
- Express Union Libreville
- Express Union Port-Gentil
- Express Union Oyem
- Express Union Franceville
- Wari Libreville
Mobile Money & Digital Payouts
In 2026, mobile money is the dominant tool for daily transactions and local remittance payouts:
- Airtel Money – The market leader for mobile-to-mobile transfers and cash-outs at ubiquitous street-side kiosks.
- Moov Money – A robust alternative widely used for bill payments and international receipt via GIMAC Pay.
Major Bank & Financial Partners
Gabon’s banking sector handles large SWIFT transfers and serves as the regulatory backbone for all formal money moving services:
- BGFIBank (Gabon’s largest financial institution)
- BICI-G (Banque Internationale pour le Commerce et l’Industrie du Gabon)
- UBA Gabon (United Bank for Africa)
- Ecobank Gabon
- Orabank Gabon
- Union Gabonaise de Banque (UGB)