Pesa Now in Dubai: The Fastest Way to Send Money to Nigeria is here!

Having friends or family living far away, especially in a place like Dubai, can be challenging. Many of us have had our friends and loved ones move to Dubai in search of better opportunities. But showing up for them and reminding them that you care shouldn’t be hard, especially now that Pesa is live in Dubai.

Sending money from Dubai to Nigeria and vice versa has not always been an easy process. From tackling poor rates, to delays, and hidden fees, the process has always come with its fair share of headaches. 

But not anymore! Now, with Pesa, you can send money from your AED wallet in Dubai to Nigeria and also receive money into an AED wallet from Nigeria. 

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Why This Matters for Nigerians in Dubai 🇦🇪

The UAE is currently home to almost 100,000 Nigerians who work hard and frequently send money back home to friends, family, or staff. And as a Nigerian living in Dubai, if you’ve ever dealt with long wait times for transfers to land, ridiculous exchange rates, hidden charges or stressful paperwork, then Pesa is here for you. 

Pesa now helps you send money to Nigeria within minutes with no hidden fees and the best AED → NGN rates you’ll find.

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“Dubai is home to one of the largest Nigerian diasporas. But sending money home has remained difficult until now.

With this expansion, we’re not just building features; we’re building bridges and doing it with heart.”

— Tolu Osho, Co-Founder & CEO, Pesa

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Why Should You Send and Receive AED → NGN With Pesa? 

Here’s why you, as a Nigerian, should send and receive AED with Pesa! 

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Instant Transfers: Now, you’re no longer keeping anyone waiting. You can send money directly from your AED wallet to Nigeria in minutes. 

Great Exchange Rates: Better than the banks, and dare we say better than our competitors, too.

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No Hidden Fees: What you see is what you get. No surprise deductions. No mysterious “processing fees.”

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Very Easy to Use: Pesa users love how easy our app is to use. Send money from your phone, anytime—no agents, no queues, no paperwork.

vice versa

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How to Set Up Your AED Wallet in Minutes

Setting up your Pesa AED wallet is a fast and straightforward process. Here’s how:

Step 1: Download the Pesa App

Available on both iOS and Android.

Step 2: Create a Free Account

Sign up with your name, email, and phone number. Upload a valid ID.

Step 3: Verify Your Identity

Complete your KYC to unlock full access.

4: Create Your AED Wallet

Once verified,  go to your wallet dashboard and create an AED wallet. 

Step 5: Fund Your Wallet

Top up your AED wallet via local UAE payment methods.

Step 6: Send to Nigeria 🇳🇬

Enter the recipient’s Nigerian bank details, input the amount, and hit send.
They receive the money in minutes.

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More to Know About Pesa!

Is Pesa legal to use?

Yes. Pesa operates in accordance with local and international compliance guidelines. All users are verified, and all transactions are securely processed.

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Pesapeer Inc. is registered and regulated in Canada by the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada as a Money Service Business. Rn: M20300281.

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Pesapeer Inc. is also registered in the United States as a Money Service Business with the United States Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Rn: 31000231722151.

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Pesapeer Payments Limited. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as an Electronic Money Institution under Firm Reference Number (FRN) 931425. Registered address: Milton Hall, Ely Road, Milton, Cambridge, England, CB24 6WZC, UNITED KINGDOM.

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Pesapeer Pty Ltd is also registered and regularised in Australia by the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre as an Independent Remittance Dealer  Rn: IND100859468-001.

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How safe is my money on Pesa?

Pesa is regulated and licensed in the US, Canada, and the EU and works under stringent financial information protection. Your funds and personal data are protected at every step.

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How long does it take for money to be received when sent with Pesa?

Transfers typically land within minutes, even on weekends.

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Can I use Pesa to receive money from other countries as well?

Yes! You can receive funds in USD, GBP, EUR, CAD, and now AED,  directly into your Pesa wallet, and convert to Naira anytime.   Directly into your Pesa wallet and convert them.

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Fun fact ✨

When someone in Canada refers someone in the UAE, the Canadian user receives $20, and the Pesa user in Dubai immediately has 50 AED credited to their Pesa wallet. 

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What if I need help?

Pesa has a very active and responsive customer support system. And you can contact us via our in-app chat, support@pesa.co or on our social media platforms. 

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