Remitly
Info CheckedCurrency Exchange & Money Transfer
DIFC, Dubai
About
Remitly is a leading digital remittance service that enables customers to send money internationally through its mobile app and website. The company has grown rapidly since its founding in 2011 and now serves customers in over 17 sending countries, including the UAE. Operating from a presence in DIFC, Remitly focuses on making international transfers fast, affordable, and accessible, particularly for the expatriate workforce sending money to family in their home countries.
Key Services
Remitly offers international money transfers from the UAE to over 100 countries through its mobile app and website. Customers can choose between Express transfers (delivered within minutes for a small fee) and Economy transfers (delivered within 3-5 business days at lower cost). Delivery options include bank deposits, cash pickups, mobile money, and home delivery in select countries. Remitly's promotional rates for first-time users are often the most competitive in the market, and their loyalty programme rewards frequent senders with reduced fees.
Why Choose Remitly
Remitly's mobile-first approach appeals to tech-savvy expatriates who prefer managing their finances from their smartphones. The app provides real-time rate quotes, transfer tracking, and delivery notifications that keep senders informed throughout the process. Remitly's Express transfer option is particularly valuable for urgent family needs, delivering funds within minutes to mobile wallets and select bank accounts. The company's competitive pricing and promotional offers make it an attractive alternative to traditional exchange houses for regular remittance senders.
Services Offered
Key services Remitly provides for currency exchange & money transfer clients in Dubai:
Areas of Dubai Covered
Remitly serves the following areas across Dubai:
Why Choose Remitly
- Founded in 2011 and listed on the NASDAQ; UAE operations launched in February 2023 with a Dubai (DIFC) office.
- App-based digital remittance you run entirely from your phone, no branch visit required.
- Sends to 175+ countries across 100+ currencies, covering major expat corridors such as India, Pakistan, the Philippines and Bangladesh.
- UAE operations are regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) within the DIFC.
- Transparent pricing: the total cost and estimated delivery time are shown before you confirm a transfer.
- Multiple delivery options including bank deposit, cash pickup, mobile wallet, home delivery and debit-card deposit.
How Remitly Works
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Download the app and sign up
Create a Remitly account and verify your identity to send money from the UAE.
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Choose destination and amount
Select the recipient country and amount; the app shows the exchange rate, total cost and estimated delivery time before you confirm.
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Pick a delivery method
Choose bank deposit, cash pickup, mobile wallet or other options available for that destination.
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Pay and send
Fund the transfer with a debit or credit card and submit.
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Track the transfer
Follow the transfer status in the app until the recipient receives the funds.
Business Profile
Hours and pricing may change — confirm directly with the business before engaging.
Licenses & Certifications
Licenses and certifications are subject to renewal. Verify current status with the issuing authority before engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Remitly to send money from the UAE?
Yes. Remitly launched outbound remittance from the UAE in February 2023 and opened an office in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). You can send money from the UAE to 175+ destination countries using the app.
Is Remitly regulated in the UAE?
Remitly's UAE operations are provided by Remitly (DIFC) Limited, an Authorised Firm regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) within the DIFC to provide money services. This differs from UAE exchange houses, which are licensed by the Central Bank of the UAE.
What delivery methods does Remitly offer?
Depending on the destination, recipients can receive funds via bank account deposit, cash pickup, mobile wallet, home delivery or debit-card deposit. The available options are shown in the app for each country.
Which countries can I send money to from the UAE?
Remitly supports transfers to 175+ countries across 100+ currencies. Top corridors highlighted for UAE senders include India, Pakistan, the Philippines, Bangladesh, the United Kingdom, Nigeria and Nepal.
Is Remitly an app or does it have branches?
Remitly is an app-based digital remittance service. You set up and send transfers entirely from your phone, without visiting a branch.
Can I see fees and exchange rates before I send?
Yes. Remitly shows the exchange rate, total cost and estimated delivery time before you confirm a transfer, so there are no hidden fees. Rates and fees vary by destination, amount and delivery method.
How do I fund a Remitly transfer?
Transfers can be funded with a debit or credit card. Card details and verification (such as expiry date and CVV) are required when you set up the payment.
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