Send Money to Egypt
at the Best Rates
Compare 35+ verified providers for GBP, USD, EUR, SAR, AED → EGP transfers. See real exchange rates, real fees — and make sure every pound reaches your family in Cairo, Alexandria, and beyond.
Remittances Are a Cornerstone of
Egypt's $400 Billion Economy
Egypt consistently ranks among the top 10 global remittance recipients, with inflows representing approximately 6–8% of GDP annually. Over 10 million Egyptians live and work abroad — principally in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada — and collectively remit billions of dollars home each year. With the Egyptian pound experiencing significant exchange rate volatility in recent years, choosing the right provider and corridor has never mattered more: rate differences between providers can directly impact how many Egyptian pounds your family receives, and the gap between the best and worst services is wide.
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Flexible Payment Methods
Most providers support multiple payment methods for Egypt transfers. The right choice depends on your bank, how quickly funds are needed, and the total amount you're sending.
Receiving Options in Egypt
From instant mobile wallets and Fawry cash points to direct bank deposits in Cairo, Alexandria, and up-country — Egypt's remittance infrastructure serves every community nationwide.
Tips to Save More on Egypt Transfers
With the Egyptian pound subject to frequent rate movements and a wide spread between providers, getting the best rate matters significantly for every Egyptian family abroad.
Transfer Limits &
Regulations to Know
Money transfers to Egypt are regulated by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) on the receiving side, and by financial authorities in your sending country — including the FCA in the UK, SAMA in Saudi Arabia, and FinCEN in the USA. Understanding the key rules helps avoid delays and ensures your family receives funds without complications.
- The Central Bank of Egypt regulates all inward remittances. All transfer operators receiving funds in Egypt must hold a CBE licence or operate through a CBE-licensed partner bank.
- Egypt imposes no fixed annual cap on inward personal remittances under CBE foreign exchange regulations, though large or irregular inflows may attract scrutiny from the Egyptian Financial Intelligence Unit (EFIU).
- UK senders are required to verify identity from the first transfer with most regulated providers. Transfers above £5,000 require enhanced due diligence including proof of source of funds under FCA AML rules.
- Gulf senders (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait) must use CBE-licensed operators or globally regulated services. Local exchange bureaux must also hold relevant central bank licences in their jurisdiction.
- Bank account recipients must provide a valid Egyptian IBAN for faster crediting. Egypt migrated to the IBAN system — verify your recipient's IBAN before initiating any bank transfer to avoid processing delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about sending money to Egypt.
Egypt-specialist and Middle East-focused services like Remitly, Wise, WorldRemit, and dedicated Gulf-Egypt operators typically offer significantly better EGP rates than high-street banks — often 4–7% better on the same transfer. For fastest delivery, choose a provider offering direct InstaPay, Vodafone Cash, or cash pickup delivery. Always use RemitSelect to compare all available options for your specific amount and corridor before every transfer — particularly given EGP rate volatility.
Cash pickup via Western Union, MoneyGram, or Ria is typically available within minutes, as is delivery to InstaPay, Vodafone Cash, and Etisalat Cash wallets. Bank account deposits via SWIFT typically take 1–3 business days, though some providers offer same-day bank crediting for major Egyptian banks. Always check the estimated delivery time shown on each provider when comparing on RemitSelect.
The CBE imposes no fixed annual cap on receiving personal remittances. Individual provider limits typically range from £200 to £50,000 per transfer. Enhanced identity verification is required above £5,000 for UK senders. Large or irregular inflows may attract EFIU scrutiny — ensure transfers are for personal or family support purposes and retain records for large amounts.
Personal remittances received in Egypt are generally not subject to Egyptian income tax under current Egyptian Tax Authority rules. Business-related transfers or large irregular inflows may attract scrutiny from the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) and the Egyptian Financial Intelligence Unit. Consult a tax adviser for substantial or business-related transfers to understand obligations in both Egypt and your country of residence.
For mobile wallet delivery: recipient's registered InstaPay, Vodafone Cash, or Etisalat Cash phone number and full name as registered. For cash pickup: full legal name exactly matching their National ID card (Bitaqa Qawmiyya). For bank transfer: full name, Egyptian IBAN, bank name, and SWIFT/BIC code. Always confirm details with your recipient before sending to avoid failed or delayed transfers.
All CBE-licensed commercial banks accept international remittances, including National Bank of Egypt (NBE), Banque Misr, Commercial International Bank (CIB), QNB Alahli, HSBC Egypt, Banque du Caire, Arab African International Bank (AAIB), and Emirates NBD Egypt. All hold SWIFT codes for international wire reception. Confirm your recipient's bank IBAN and SWIFT code before initiating any bank transfer to Egypt.