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Mobile Money Fees in Ethiopia
telebirr, M-Pesa — including all government levies. Updated April 2026.
2 providersETBNo levy
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| Provider | Send | Withdraw | Levy | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TLBtelebirrCheapest | Br1.00 | Br5.00 | None | Br1.00 |
MPSM-PesaCheapest | Br1.00 | Br5.00 | None | Br1.00 |
Fees shown for Br1,000 ETB. Use the calculator above for your exact amount.
Provider Details
TLB
telebirr
Ethiopia · ETB
Send money fees
| Free tier | Free |
| Br51-Br5,000 | 0.1% |
| Br5,001+ | Br5 |
Withdrawal fees
| Br1-Br50 | Br0 |
| Br51-Br100 | Br1 |
| Br101-Br500 | Br3 |
| Br501-Br1,000 | Br5 |
MPS
M-Pesa
Ethiopia · ETB
Send money fees
| Free tier | Free |
| Br51-Br5,000 | 0.1% |
| Br5,001+ | Br5 |
Withdrawal fees
| Br1-Br50 | Br0 |
| Br51-Br100 | Br1 |
| Br101-Br500 | Br3 |
| Br501-Br1,000 | Br5 |
Exchange Rates
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vs ETB (Ethiopian Birr)
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Government Levies & Taxes
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No Mobile Money Levy
Levy abolishedEthiopia does not currently impose a specific government levy on mobile money transactions.
Rate
0%
Applies to
Send & withdraw
Paid by
Sender
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Fee data last verified April 2026. Always confirm with your provider before large transactions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is telebirr free to use in Ethiopia?
Deposits are free. Transfers under ETB 50 are free (2/day). Above that, 0.1% up to ETB 5,000, then flat ETB 5 max.
Is M-Pesa available in Ethiopia?
Yes. Safaricom launched M-Pesa in Ethiopia in 2022. It now serves over 11 million users.
What are the mobile money providers in Ethiopia?
The main mobile money providers in Ethiopia are telebirr, M-Pesa. Use our calculator above to compare fees across all providers.
Which is the cheapest mobile money provider in Ethiopia?
The cheapest provider depends on the amount. Use our fee calculator to compare all providers side by side for your specific amount.
How do I avoid paying high mobile money fees in Ethiopia?
Tips: 1) Compare providers using MomoCalc before sending. 2) Use the provider's app instead of an agent. 3) Send larger amounts less frequently. 4) Know the official fees so agents can't overcharge.