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A guide to the main UAE exchange houses — how they work, which corridors they serve, and how to compare them before you transfer.

UAE exchange houses are licensed money transfer operators regulated by the UAE Central Bank (CBUAE). They operate physical branch networks across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and other emirates, and many also offer app or online services.

Main UAE exchange houses

Al Ansari Exchange is one of the largest UAE exchange houses, with hundreds of branches across the UAE. It supports transfers to a wide range of destination countries, including India, Pakistan, the Philippines, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Egypt, and many others. Al Ansari also offers a mobile app for transfers.

Lulu Exchange operates exchange house branches, often located within Lulu hypermarkets across the UAE. It supports major corridors including AED to INR and AED to PKR. Lulu Exchange also offers app-based transfers for some corridors.

Al Fardan Exchange operates branches across the UAE and supports multiple international corridors. It is among the CBUAE-licensed exchange houses with a long history in the UAE market.

What to check at an exchange house

The exchange rate offered at the branch (rates may vary by branch and by time of day).
Whether the exchange house supports your specific destination country and payout method.
Any flat transfer fee charged in addition to the exchange rate margin.
Whether the app or online option is available (and whether it offers different rates).

Data caveat: remit.ae does not publish live exchange house rates. Verify rates directly at the branch, via the exchange house app, or by calling the branch before visiting.

Frequently asked questions about exchange houses in the uae: al ansari, lulu, al fardan

Can I trust a company I found on remit.ae but never heard about before?

Provider availability, licensing, and regulatory status should be verified directly with the provider and relevant regulator where required.

Is it possible to send money with remit.ae, or are you just a comparison service?

remit.ae is an independent information platform, not a money transfer service. Once you identify a provider that fits your needs, visit their own website or app directly to set up and send your transfer.

How much does it typically cost to send money from the UAE?

Costs vary widely based on the provider, the amount sent, and the payment method. Check the final total cost — including any exchange-rate margin and flat fees — directly with the provider before sending.

What is the fastest option to send money from UAE?

Transfer speed depends on the provider, payment method, and recipient country. Many digital providers offer same-day or next-day delivery for some corridors. Verify expected delivery times with the provider before sending.