Best exchange rates. Zero hidden fees. Bank-level security. Trusted by 50,000+ Ethiopian diaspora across the United States.
Sign up in under 2 minutes with your email and US phone number. Verify your identity securely via our KYC portal.
Type how much to send. Our live calculator shows exactly what your recipient gets — no surprises, no hidden fees.
Enter recipient's bank account, Telebirr wallet, or agent pickup location in Ethiopia. Save them for next time.
Funds arrive in minutes to bank accounts and mobile wallets. Both you and recipient get instant SMS confirmation.
Direct to CBE, Awash, Dashen, Abyssinia, Cooperative Bank and all major Ethiopian banks.
⚡ Within 10 minutesSend directly to Telebirr wallets. Instant settlement, 24/7 availability, no bank account needed.
⚡ Instant3,000+ agent locations across Ethiopia including Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, Mekelle, and rural areas.
✓ Same dayMost transfers complete within minutes. Our real-time settlement infrastructure connects directly to Ethiopian banking networks via Rammis Bank S.C.
We beat TapTap Send, Sendwave, and Dahabshiil on the USD/ETB corridor. Live rates updated every 15 minutes from NBE-approved sources.
No sending fees, ever. We make a small margin on the exchange rate — fully disclosed. What you see is what your family gets.
All transactions are interest-free and processed through our NBE-licensed partner Rammis Bank S.C., Ethiopia's premier Sharia-compliant bank.
iOS and Android apps with biometric login, push notifications, transfer history, and scheduled recurring transfers for regular senders.
Set a target ETB rate and get notified instantly when the rate reaches your threshold. Never miss a favorable rate again.
Federal Money Services Business — Reg. #31000280953843
National Bank of Ethiopia approved operator (via Rammis Bank S.C.)
Real-time screening against SDN, FCOUNS, and PLC lists on every transaction
Full Bank Secrecy Act compliance with designated CAMS-certified BSA Officer
ID verification, facial recognition, and proof of address via Alloy/Persona
Licensed in MN, TX, CA, NY, FL, and 15 additional US states
Highest level of payment card industry data security standard compliance
Automated rule-based and AI-powered transaction monitoring flags unusual patterns, structuring, and velocity abuse in real time. All alerts reviewed by our compliance team.
Every sender, recipient, and transaction is screened against OFAC's SDN list, EU consolidated list, and UN sanctions lists before processing. Zero tolerance policy.
Multi-layer KYC: government ID scan, liveness check, database verification, and PEP/adverse media screening. Enhanced due diligence for high-risk customers.
Currency Transaction Reports filed for all transactions over $10,000. Suspicious Activity Reports submitted to FinCEN within required timeframes.
All data encrypted at rest (AES-256) and in transit (TLS 1.3). GDPR and CCPA compliant. No data sold to third parties. Annual penetration testing.
Quarterly compliance reports to FinCEN and state regulators. Dedicated compliance officer and independent annual audit by certified public accountants.
Analysis based on $200 USD → ETB transfer. Rates as of April 2026.
| Provider | ETB Rate (per $1) | Transfer Fee | Speed | ETH Bank Deposit | Telebirr Wallet | Sharia | You Receive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⚡ Birr Remit Best | 156.40 | FREE | ~3 min | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 31,280 ETB |
| TapTap Send | 154.80 | FREE | ~5 min | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | 30,960 ETB |
| Sendwave | 153.20 | FREE | ~10 min | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | 30,640 ETB |
| Remitly (Express) | 152.60 | $2.99 | ~15 min | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | 30,221 ETB |
| Dahabshiil | 150.90 | $4.99 | 1–2 days | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | 29,681 ETB |
| WorldRemit | 149.50 | $1.99 | ~30 min | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | 29,501 ETB |
| Western Union | 146.20 | $5.00 | 1–3 days | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | 28,240 ETB |
* Rates indicative. ETB rate includes our small FX margin. Competitor data sourced from public-facing rate tools. Rates fluctuate continuously.
All data encrypted with AES-256 at rest and TLS 1.3 in transit
Biometric, SMS, and TOTP authenticator app support
AI-powered fraud engine monitors 200+ signals per transaction
Annual independent security audit. Zero customer fund losses since inception
"I've been sending money home for 8 years. Birr Remit gives me the best rate I've ever seen and my mother in Addis gets it in minutes. No other app comes close."
"Finally a service that understands us. Sharia-compliant, fast, and the Telebirr integration is perfect. My family can access the money immediately."
"Switched from Remitly. The rate is better, there are no fees, and customer support actually speaks Amharic. This is what we've been waiting for."
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