Fawri: Account Opening Process and Money Transfer Charges

By Mohammed Ameen

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Fawri Money Transfer is a specialized international money transfer service in Saudi Arabia, offering easy and convenient options for sending money abroad, both online and in person, for cash pick-up or direct bank transfers. The service is known for its competitive exchange rates, low fees, and secure transactions, ensuring that more of your money reaches your loved ones overseas. In this article, we cover topics such as online registration, how to open an account, get a card, and money transfer charges.

Opening a Fawri Account and Obtaining a Card

To open a Fawri account and obtain a card, you can follow a simple process. Firstly, visit the Fawri website and register your CIF online. 

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Once you have completed the online registration, proceed to the nearest Fawri branch to finalize the account setup. Fawri has multiple centers across Saudi Arabia, making it convenient to find a location near you. Upon activation of your account, you will be provided with a card. You can use your Fawri card to deposit and withdraw cash at ATMs, making money transfers, shopping , and SADAD bill payments.

Fawri Money Transfer Charges

CountryBankCurrencyFees
PhilippinesAsia United BankUSDSAR 16
PhilippinesiREMIT (Sterling Bank)USDSAR 16
PhilippinesBanco De OroUSDSAR 16
PhilippinesBank of CommercePHP/USDSAR 16
PhilippinesBank of Philippine IslansPHP/USDSAR 16
PakistanUnited Bank LimitedPKRSAR 15
PakistanHabib Bank LimitedPKRSAR 15
PakistanMCB BankPKRSAR 15
PakistanNational Bank of PakistanPKRSAR 15
IndiaIndusind BankINRSAR 16
IndiaFederal BankINRSAR 16
EgyptBanque Du CaireUSDSAR 15
EgyptAlexandria BankUSDSAR 16
EgyptBanque MisrEGP/USDSAR 16
EgyptNational Bank of EgyptEGP/USDSAR 16
IndonesiaBank Central AsiaIDR/USDSAR 16
Sri LankaSeylan BankLKR/USDSAR 16
SudanBank of KhartoumSARSAR 15
NepalPrabhu BankNPRSAR 19
YemenAl KuraimiSARSAR 18
JordanHousing Bank (HBTF)JOD/USDSAR 19

Fawri Smart App

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Fawri money transfer has recently launched its mobile app, Fawri Smart, a convenient option for users to send money to over 200 countries and territories worldwide. Currently, the app charges a fee of SAR 7 for international money transfers, making it an affordable choice for users who want to send money abroad. The app supports multiple languages such as English, Hindi, Urdu, Bangla, Tagalog, and Malayalam.

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Fawri Customer Care Number

The Fawri customer care number can be reached at 920013001 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, or at 8001267777 during the same hours. These contact numbers provide direct access to Fawri’s customer support team for any inquiries or assistance related to their money transfer services.