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Send Money from United Arab Emirates to Egypt
Businesses in United Arab Emirates paying Egypt suppliers for Textiles. Send AED from United Arab Emirates, receive EGP in Egypt with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).
✓ Competitive Advantage: Local AED collection + local EGP delivery = no correspondent bank fees
Save £2,720 per £100k Payment
United Arab Emirates to Egypt corridor savings
Traditional Bank
£3,225
- ❌ 2-3 day settlement
- ❌ Multiple correspondent banks
- ❌ Hidden FX margins
- ❌ High SWIFT fees
Unicorn Currencies
£505
- ✓ T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
- ✓ Local AED collection
- ✓ Transparent 0.5% spread
- ✓ InstaPay Egypt
Your Savings
84%
£2,720 per £100k
At £300k-£3M monthly, save £6,807/year
Sending from United Arab Emirates: What You Need to Know
AED Origin Specifics
- AED pegged to USD (3.67 fixed rate)
- Corporate Tax 9% (effective 2023)
- Free Zone invoice requirements
Your Local Advantages
- Local AED account available
- UAEFTS (UAE Funds Transfer System) instant collection
- No correspondent bank fees on origin side
Local Collection Method
UAEFTS (UAE Funds Transfer System)
Same-day • UAE domestic instant transfers. All local banks connected.
Paying Suppliers in Egypt: Compliance & Requirements
Regulatory Considerations
- Central Bank of Egypt FX regulations
- Egyptian Customs documentation
- VAT (14%) on goods and services
- Import licensing for certain sectors
Payment Best Practices
- Egypt = Cotton/textile exporter, Suez Canal logistics hub
- InstaPay gaining traction for EGP payments
- Cairo + Alexandria = Main business centers
- Currency volatility - FX hedging recommended
Destination Settlement
T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
via InstaPay Egypt
United Arab Emirates → Egypt Corridor Insights
Popular Industries
- Textiles
- Agriculture
- Chemicals
Peak Trading Hours
GST (GMT+4) to GMT time zone consideration
Best for rate execution and faster settlement
Typical Volume
£50k-£250k
Average transaction size for this corridor
Monthly volume: £300k-£3M
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.
Ready to Send AED from United Arab Emirates to Egypt?
Save 84% on every payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Local AED collection available.
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