Send Money to Ethiopia: Best Apps and Rates (2025)
Whether supporting family or business in Addis Ababa, AyaSend helps you compare real-time rates and fees to find the most cost-effective way to send Ethiopian Birr (ETB).
Top Providers for Ethiopia
| Provider | Typical Fee (USD 200) | Delivery Time | Payout Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remitly | $3 – 5 | Instant – 1 h | Bank Deposit, Cash Pickup |
| WorldRemit | ≈ $3 | 1–2 days | Bank / Cash Pickup |
| Western Union | $4 – 6 | Same day | Cash Pickup |
| Ria Money Transfer | $4 – 5 | Same day | Bank / Cash |
| Wise | $2 – 3 | 1–3 days | Bank Deposit |
💡 AyaSend automatically ranks offers by "Amount Received" in ETB.
Payout Options
- Bank deposit: Awash, Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, Dashen, Nib International
- Cash pickup: available in major cities
- Mobile wallets: being rolled out progressively
How to Use AyaSend
- Go to AyaSend.
- Enter the amount to send.
- Compare rates and fees in real time.
- Click Send Now to complete on the provider's website.
FAQs
Is mobile money available?
Limited for now but expanding quickly.
How long do transfers take?
Usually same-day for cash pickup, 1–3 days for bank deposits.
