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United Arab Emirates to Egypt money transfers compared

Compare the best deals on sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Egypt. Get insights on the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best AED to EGP exchange rates.

Read on for the insights, analysis, and all you need to know about money transfers to Egypt from United Arab Emirates.

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Remitly was the top rated provider from United Arab Emirates to Egypt

"Remitly focuses on sending money to friends and family in Asia, Africa and South America. Wide coverage and well-suited to regular transfers home."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 3 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 1.3%
Paysend was the cheapest from United Arab Emirates to Egypt

"Paysend has transparent fees and rates, with transfer sent within seconds to your recipient's bank. They also have global 24/7 support for any enquiries, and bank-level security."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
1 - 3%
Paysend was the fastest from United Arab Emirates to Egypt

"Paysend has transparent fees and rates, with transfer sent within seconds to your recipient's bank. They also have global 24/7 support for any enquiries, and bank-level security."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
1 - 3%
OFX was the best for large transfers from United Arab Emirates to Egypt

"OFX have been helping individuals and businesses send money for over 25 years. Transfer in 50+ currencies to 170+ countries, with 24/7 phone access to currency experts."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

Best way to send: Remitly

Remitly is our top pick for sending AED to EGP.

We tested & reviewed 7 money transfer companies offering services between the United Arab Emirates and Egypt, and Remitly scored highly.

In total, Remitly appeared in 45.9% of United Arab Emirates to Egypt searches, and was the top rated company out of 7 that support transfers into Egyptian Pound.

So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, make your United Arab Emirates to Egypt transfer using Remitly.

Getting the best deal on your United Arab Emirates to Egypt transfer

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Arab Emirates to Egypt
Remitly
Total number of AE - EG providers
7
Average cheapest fees & rate
Paysend
Average fastest transfer
Paysend
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Xe

Considerations when sending from United Arab Emirates to Egypt

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Compare providers

Comparing money transfer companies with services between the United Arab Emirates and Egypt, based on your specific transfer amount and transfer needs, is the best way to send money at the best price.

For this route, we’ve compared 7 providers providing services between United Arab Emirates and Egypt. This ensures you will get the best options when sending Egyptian Pound to Egypt.

Over the last six months, we’ve picked Remitly as the best overall provider. However, comparing based on the amount you want to send to Egypt will provide a specific provider that’s best for transferring money from the United Arab Emirates.

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Understanding the UAE Dirham-Egyptian Pound exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulations
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money from UAE Dirham in Egypt
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Confirm the ID you need
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money from United Arab Emirates to Egypt: Xe

The combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rate is through Xe. This makes them our cheapest transfer service of the 7 compared for sending UAE Dirham to Egypt.

Our data shows, over the past six months, that Xe is 0.5% than the second-best option when sending via a bank transfer.

This measure includes an average fee of 0* AED and a AED-EGP exchange rate for international transfers that is 1.9% different to the mid-market rate.

Securing the best rates on a AED to Egypt transfer can be done with Xe but you can always search for your specific amount.

*The most common fee applied by Xe when sending AED-EGP, based on data from the past six months.

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Fastest way to send money to Egypt from the United Arab Emirates: Paysend

We compared 7 companies and found Paysend offers the fastest money transfers between the United Arab Emirates and Egypt.

Our comparison shows Paysend is the fastest option for sending UAE Dirham into Egyptian Pound 78.7% of the time. For urgent AED to EGP money transfers, they’re our recommended choice.

A AED-Egyptian Pound transfer through Paysend comes with an average 0 AED fee.

To ensure Paysend was the 'fastest' option we compared 7 providers. This comparison was for overall speed of sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Egypt and is a combination of depositing UAE Dirham, transfer times to Egypt and withdrawal timeframes where applicable.

When speed is a priority, Paysend is the top choice for sending into Egypt from the United Arab Emirates.

Transfer a large amount of money

For transferring bigger sums of money to Egypt from the United Arab Emirates, opt for a provider with a competitive exchange rate and strong account management.

Remitly is the best rated company for sending large amounts of Egyptian Pound to Egypt out of
7 companies offering the service.

Whether for a property purchase, or for business, sending large amounts of money to Egypt from the United Arab Emirates has the potential to be very expensive.

Remitly is our choice for big transfers to AED because of all round price, speed and management when making large transfers.

Understanding the costs involved when transferring money from United Arab Emirates to Egypt

When calculating the costs of money transfers between United Arab Emirates and Egypt, opt for the best combination of fees and exchange rates:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Today, the AED-EGP mid-market rate equals 13.8645 EGP per UAE Dirham.

  • For reference, the AED-EGP average mid-market rate for the past three months has been 13.2288 EGP per UAE Dirham, with a high of 13.5175 and a low of 12.9492.

  • The company offering the best exchange rate is Paysend.

  • Often the AED-EGP exchange rate you receive is the bigger factor than how much it costs to send UAE Dirhams to Egypt.

Fees: Fees are charged on top of a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is Paysend, averaging 0 AED over the last 6 months. We would recommend searching for your exact send amount to get an idea of fees.

Amount Received: The amount received in Egyptian Pound is the biggest indicator the total cost of sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Egypt. Essentially, the more the recipient receives in Egypt, the less it is costing to send from the United Arab Emirates.

Tracking the exchange rate for UAE Dirham to Egyptian Pound

Getting a better exchange rate between AED and EGP can make a huge difference to the overall cost of sending money.

Mid-market Rate
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= 13.864493 EGP

Over the last six months, between the United Arab Emirates and Egypt, the average numbers are:

  • AED to EGP saw an average 13.2288 EGP mid-market rate.

  • The highest point was 13.5175 EGP, while the lowest was 12.9492 EGP.

  • 7 providers are currently offering transfers between the United Arab Emirates and Egypt.

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Payment methods for United Arab Emirates to
Egypt transfers

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the fastest option, and normally the cheapest, for sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Egypt.

    By opting for a money transfer company such as Xe for transfers from the United Arab Emirates to Egypt, you can send money via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates. 


    On average, Xe is the cheapest provider for bank transfers from the 7 we tested when sending AED to Egypt.

    With an average fee of AED6.87 to send money from the United Arab Emirates to Egypt, Xe offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid card payments

    Using a debit card, or prepaid option, for sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Egypt is easy with Wise.


    Wise is a market leader in debit card payments for transfers from the United Arab Emirates to Egypt, this is among a total of 7 money transfer companies compared.

  • Credit card transfers

    When it comes to sending money with a credit card from the United Arab Emirates to Egypt, emerges as our top choice of the 7 companies offering this service.

    Fee alert: credit card money transfers often result in a cash advance fee being charged by your card issuer. We recommend bank transfer or debit card where possible.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Egypt and United Arab Emirates.


Our comparison engine and algorithms evaluate providers based on over 25 factors, including transfer fees, ease of use, exchange rates, mobile apps, transfer times & customer support.

We also consider how these services are rated on platforms like TrustPilot, AppStore, and Google Play, giving you a comprehensive view of what to expect.

This thorough analysis helps you get the best available deal - every time you want to move money from United Arab Emirates to Egypt.


We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send AED to EGP.


For a deeper understanding of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we invite you to read our editorial policy document.

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Keith Hodges
Keith is an experienced Content Specialist with a rich background in both marketing and journalism within the financial sector. At MoneyTransfers.com, Keith plays a pivotal role in driving the business forward and broadening its reach in various international money transfer markets. His expertise is a key factor in the company's expansion and success.
Luke Eales
Luke is CEO at MoneyTransfers.com, with 10 years' experience building consumer products in finance, insurance & travel. Luke focuses on the payments sector and foreign exchange markets, as well as personal finance more broadly.