What is the best way to send money to Ethiopia?

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What is the best way to send money to Ethiopia?

Some of the best money transfer services to send money to Ethiopia from the USA

  1. Sending Money to Family and Friends: Remitly.
  2. Best for Cash Pickup: WorldRemit.
  3. Best Big Brand: Xoom, powered by PayPal.

Can I use my debit card in Ethiopia?

Credit cards are accepted at only a very few outlets in Addis Ababa and it is not normally possible to get currency advances against a credit card. International bank and debit cards are accepted at major banks’ ATMs in the capital but there are very limited banking facilities in most other areas.

Can I send money through PayPal to Ethiopia?

PayPal. Electronic payment giant PayPal allows you to send money from the US to Ethiopia. Checks and money orders. Although not a quick option, you could send an international check overseas, obtained from your bank or US Postal Service.

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How is PayPal used?

PayPal is an online payment system that makes paying for things online and sending and receiving money safe and secure. When you link your bank account, credit card or debit card to your PayPal account, you can use PayPal to make purchases online with participating stores.

Does PayPal work in Africa?

PayPal in Africa. PayPal is available, to various degrees, across 50 African countries and territories. With over 200 million users across over 200 countries and territories, PayPal supports 25 global currencies but notably does not support any African currency natively – not even the convertible South African Rands.

Can I use US dollars in Ethiopia?

As with many African countries the US dollar is the preferred foreign currency in Ethiopia although the euro is also very easy to exchange. But this isn’t enforced and Ethiopian Airlines, most major hotels and most travel agencies accept (and sometimes demand) US currency.

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Does MasterCard work in Ethiopia?

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Thursday, 15 April 2021: Zemen Bank has announced a partnership with Mastercard that will see the introduction of the first ever Mastercard branded prepaid contactless travel card in Ethiopia.