Send money to Ethiopia

The maximum limit when sending money to Ethiopia is 7,500 CAD. However, lower limits may apply depending on the sending and receiving methods you choose, plus the currency. For example, a limit of 3,400 CAD is in place when sending to a mobile wallet² in ETB. When sending from a bank account for cash pickup in USD, the limit is 999 CAD.

1. With Western Union, you can make an online money transfer to Ethiopia in five easy steps:
   1. Log in or register for a free profile on our website. Click ‘Send money’ at the top of the page.
   2. Enter Ethiopia as the destination, then your sending amount.
   3. Choose your currency (ETB or USD), a payment method and a receiving method.
   4. Select an existing receiver in Ethiopia or enter any details we request about a new receiver.
   5. Confirm your payment and use your unique tracking number (MTCN) to follow your money online.

1. To send money for cash pickup at an Ethiopian agent location, you’ll need:
   • The receiver’s legal first name, middle name, and surname, as they appear on their official ID.
   • The country code (251).
   • Your receiver’s email address and phone number if you have them.

   To send to a mobile wallet², you’ll generally require:

   • Your receiver’s full name.
   • The name of the mobile wallet² service provider.
   • The wallet mobile number.
   • A purpose for the money transfer.

Sending money to Ethiopia from a Western Union agent location is easy. Here’s what to do:

1. Find a convenient agent location close to home.
2. Head to the counter with some government-issued ID, or a phone number. You’ll also need your receiver’s full name and other personal details. Bring along a bank statement, tax return or payslip too, in case we ask for proof of your source of funds.
3. Use cash or a card to pay for your money transfer to Ethiopia.
4. Share the unique tracking number (MTCN) on your receipt with your loved one, so you can both follow the funds.

Our price estimate details page will help you work out the overall cost of transferring money to Ethiopia. Use this to review our transfer fees⁵, exchange rates, estimated delivery times and your currency options.

Your chosen payment and receiving method can impact how long it takes your money to reach Ethiopia. For example, sending for cash pickup at an Ethiopian agent location can be done in minutes⁴. But other methods may take longer, and factors like holidays and regulations could have an effect.