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Compare money transfers from United States to Ethiopia

Get the best deals on transfers from the United States to Ethiopia. Find the cheapest, fastest, and best rated providers with the most competitive USD to ETB exchange rates.

Read on for analysis and insights on the best ways to send money to Ethiopia from the United States.

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Best way to send: Wise

Wise is our top pick for sending USD to ETB.

We tested & reviewed 10 money transfer companies offering services between the United States and Ethiopia, and Wise scored highly.

In total, Wise appeared in 88.2% of United States to Ethiopia searches, and was the top rated company out of 10 that support transfers into Ethiopian Birr.

So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, make your United States to Ethiopia transfer using Wise.

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How to compare companies offering money transfers from United States to Ethiopia

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United States to Ethiopia
Wise
Total number of US - ET providers
10
Average cheapest fees & rate
Wise
Average fastest transfer
WorldRemit
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Wise
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Considerations ahead of sending money from United States to Ethiopia

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Compare providers

A comparison of providers offering services between the United States and Ethiopia, based on your specific transfer amount is the best way to send money with the confidence you’re getting the best price.

We’ve compared 10 providers that provide services for sending US Dollar to Ethiopia. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Ethiopia from the United States.

Whilst we rate Wise as the best overall, comparing gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from the United States to Ethiopia.

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Get ahead of the US Dollar-Ethiopian Birr exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulation in Ethiopia and United States
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Ethiopia
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money to Ethiopia from the United States: Wise

Wise offers the cheapest combination of low fees and competitive exchange rates of the 10 providers we compared.

They offer an average fee of 562.21* USD and exchange rate between USD-ETB that is 0% different to the mid-market rate.

In comparison, Wise is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

To secure affordable and great rates on a USD to Ethiopia transfer, Wise is our recommended choice.

*The most common fee applied to USD-ETB by Wise, based on data from the past six months.

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Fastest way to send money to Ethiopia from the United States: WorldRemit

We compared 10 companies and found WorldRemit offers the fastest money transfers between the United States and Ethiopia.

Our comparison shows WorldRemit is the fastest option for sending US Dollar into Ethiopian Birr 42.9% of the time. For urgent USD to ETB money transfers, they’re our recommended choice.

A USD-Ethiopian Birr transfer through WorldRemit comes with an average 185,346.68 USD fee.

To ensure WorldRemit was the 'fastest' option we compared 10 providers. This comparison was for overall speed of sending money from the United States to Ethiopia and is a combination of depositing US Dollar, transfer times to Ethiopia and withdrawal timeframes where applicable.

When speed is a priority, WorldRemit is the top choice for sending into Ethiopia from the United States.

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Need to make a large transfer?

For big transfers between the United States and Ethiopia, competitive pricing & strong customer service are key.

Wise is the best option for large transfers of the
10 providers compared.

While Wise may not always be the cheapest or fastest way to send USD from the United States to Ethiopia, it's a great provider for larger transfers for things like buying or selling property.

Understanding the cost of transferring money to Ethiopia from {countryFromName}}

Fees and exchange rates make up the total cost of sending money from Ethiopia to Ethiopia. Finding a company that can offer both ensures a good deal on your transfer.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current USD-ETB mid-market rate is 123.2707 ETB per US Dollar. You will get more Ethiopian Birr for your US Dollars if you find a provider close to this number.

  • For context, over the last three months the USD-ETB mid-market rate has had a high of 122.7603, a low of 57.125 and averaged 94.7033 ETB per US Dollar.

  • Across the 10 companies compared, the best exchange rate is with Wise.

  • Unless fees are unusually high, the exchange rate you receive on converting USD to ETB will be the biggest determining factor when working out the cost of transferring US Dollars to Ethiopia.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged as part of the transfer. Wise at an average of 562.21 USD per transfer over the last 6 months, offers the lowest fees overall. We’d always recommend comparing providers for your exact send amount as fees may change.

Amount Received: Money transfer companies will show you the amount of Ethiopian Birr eventually received in Ethiopia. You can assume that a lower cost of sending from the United States will result in more money received in Ethiopia.

Finding the best exchange rate for US Dollar to Ethiopian Birr

Timing is essential for sending money between USD and ETB. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much ETB you get for your USD.

Mid-market Rate
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Over the last six months, here’s what we’ve seen:

  • The exchange rate from USD to ETB averaged 94.7033 ETB.

  • The highest value recorded was 122.7603 ETB, while the lowest was 57.125 ETB.

  • There are currently 10 providers offering transfers between the United States and Ethiopia close to this rate

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United States to
Ethiopia money transfer payment methods

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the best payment method for money transfers from the United States to Ethiopia.

    A money transfer company like Wise offer bank transfers between the United States and Ethiopia with lower fees and better exchange rates than you would get from a traditional bank. 


    On average, Wise is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 10 we tested when sending USD to Ethiopia.

    Wise has an average fee of
    494.18 USD for money transfersfrom the United States to Ethiopia. Overall, they offer a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

    Sending money from the United States to Ethiopia with a debit or a prepaid card is very simple with Wise.


    Wise is a leader in debit card payments for transfers from the United States to Ethiopia, competing among a total of 10 active money transfer companies on this route.

  • Credit cards


    Wise is our top choice of the 10 companies offering credit card transfers from the United States to Ethiopia.

    Fee alert: using a credit card to transfer money can result in a fee being charged by your card issuer as it is considered as a cash advance. That's why we recommend bank transfer or debit card instead.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Ethiopia and United States.


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 States to Ethiopia.


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


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

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Contributors

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.