The best way to send money from United Arab Emirates to Russia

A better exchange rate means more UAE Dirham being sent to Russia. This exchange rate determines the price you will pay when buying Russian Ruble.

Currently the mid-market rate between UAE Dirham and Russian Ruble is 27.2603. Getting the best deal on an exchange rate is with Wise.

The AED-RUB exchange rates always changing. Understanding the average, and then waiting a day or two can help you get more RUB for the same amount of UAE Dirham - but time it wrong and you might get a worse deal.

If you’re sending a large amount where this rate could make a significant difference, use a forward contract. This allows you to lock in an agreed exchange rate between the United Arab Emirates and Russia.

A Bank transfer through a money transfer company is the cheapest way to send money. Generally, it’s the payment method that will get you the best price on a transfer from the United Arab Emirates to Russia at this moment.

Revolut is the transfer company offering the best price on sending via Bank transfer.

Sending to Russia from the United Arab Emirates with a Bank transfer is 0% cheaper than the second-best option in the market.

the United Arab Emirates and Russia have different financial regulators and ensuring you fully understand how these work will aid in keeping your money safe.

We’ve put together a directory of worldwide financial regulators which contains details on regulation for money transfers between the United Arab Emirates and Russia.

Transfer limits to the United Arab Emirates and Russia will differ per company, this may impact the amount you can send and receive if you hit the limits.

Also, rates and fees for different AED-RUB transfer amounts could change - that’s why it’s best to compare companies for your specific transfer amount. Then, for regular transfers to Russia, shopping around each time can make a huge difference if you feel you are hitting limits regularly.

For sending large or regular amounts of AED to Russia we'd recommend using Wise. They offer a combination of rates and fees when sending from the United Arab Emirates to Russia that is the most competitive.

There are different ways to receive money in Russia.

The most popular ways are direct bank deposit into Russian Ruble, cash pickup, a mobile wallet or receiving money into a multi-currency account.

Not all providers offering money transfers between the United Arab Emirates and Russia will offer every method for incoming Russian Ruble.

Understanding where the money will eventually go after its left the United Arab Emirates and entered Russia could impact the provider you use.

The most common (and generally easiest) way to send money from the United Arab Emirates to Russia is directly into a bank account. Revolut is the best company for sending money from the United Arab Emirates to a bank account in Russia.

And if you need cash right away, check if cash pickup is an option for transfers between United Arab Emirates and Russia.

Mobile wallets, P2P services and payment apps like PayPal, Xoom, and CashApp are popular because they offer convenience to those who already have them, but they come with more limitations and higher costs.

When sending Russian Rubles to Russia, you will need to verify your ID at the sign up stage.

The documents you need will vary by money transfer company and in some cases you might need a couple of options.

For the most part however, in the United Arab Emirates ID can be verified through a government issued ID such as a passport or driver's license.

In Russia, if the recipient needs an ID to collect money - both should be accepted. We’d recommend checking in advance before sending for any specific requirements on receiving money.

Large transactions between the United Arab Emirates and Russia, are subject to additional checks such as proof of funds. This is for anti-money laundering purposes.

Wise is one of our recommended providers for transfers to Russia from the United Arab Emirates due to the ease of sign up and ID verification.

When sending money between United Arab Emirates and Russia there will be tax declarations to consider.

Some transfers into Russian Ruble may need to be reported to tax authorities in Russia, particularly where inheritance or property purchases are involved (or anywhere else there are additional legal requirements).

Depending on age and income in particular, tax limits and personal allowances will change in Russia.

When in doubt, please contact a tax professional in the United Arab Emirates or Russia to discuss the personal circumstances of the transfer. This ensures you are not missing any specific tax declarations associated with your circumstances.