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Send Money from UAE to Ethiopia
You send in AED. The recipient receives on their mobile money wallet in Ethiopia.
| # | App | Fee | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🌍WorldRemit | Flat fee | Minutes |
| 2 | 🏦Western Union | FX | Minutes to 1 day |
| 3 | 💸Remitly | Flat fee | Minutes to 3 days |
How it works
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Choose an app above2
Enter recipient's phone number3
Choose mobile wallet delivery4
Confirm - funds arrive in minutes💡 Key fact
M-Pesa Ethiopia + Dahabshiil partnership (June 2024) enables Ethiopian diaspora to send directly to M-Pesa wallets.
Other corridors to Ethiopia
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to send from UAE to Ethiopia?+
Fees vary by app. Sendwave, LemFi, TapTap Send and NALA often offer zero-fee transfers (they earn on the FX rate). WorldRemit charges £0.99 to £3.99 depending on amount. Compare the apps in the table above.
How long does a UAE to Ethiopia transfer take?+
Most apps deliver in minutes to telebirr (Ethio Telecom), M-Pesa Ethiopia (Safaricom). Some economy options (Remitly Economy, Wise) take 1-3 business days for lower fees.
Which app offers the best exchange rate?+
Wise uses the mid-market interbank rate (closest to the real market rate). Sendwave, LemFi and TapTap Send also have very competitive rates. Always compare the final rate at the time of sending.
Do I need to create an account to send from UAE?+
Yes, all apps require a verified account (photo ID + address). Verification typically takes 5-15 minutes. Once verified, subsequent sends are instant.