UAESend Money from Australia to the UAE
Fast, transparent AUD to AED transfers.
How it works
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Create your account
Sign up in minutes and complete your ID verification to securely activate your account.
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Enter your recipient's details
Vell will guide you on the required information for a successful transfer.
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Send and track
Confirm your transfer and track it in real time — from your Vell app.
Why Australians use Vell to send money to the UAE
Real exchange rates
The rate you see is the rate you get. No margin hidden in the exchange rate.
Low, transparent fees
One flat fee shown upfront before you confirm. No surprises.
Direct to any UAE bank
Transfers land directly in your recipient's account. Emirates NBD, FAB, ADCB, Mashreq, RAKBANK, HSBC UAE and more.
Fast transfers
Most transfers arrive the same day; some may take until the next business day depending on routing and bank processing times.
Track every step
Real-time notifications for you and your recipient from send to arrival.
Safe and regulated
Vell is registered with AUSTRAC and fully licensed to operate in Australia.
Sending money from Australia to the UAE
The Australia–UAE corridor serves three distinct groups, and Vell is built for all of them. The first is Australians living and working in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, moving savings back home or managing finances across both countries. The second is the large South Asian and Filipino community in Australia sending money to family members based in the UAE — one of the world's most significant remittance hubs. The third, and increasingly significant, is Australian businesses that trade with UAE-based suppliers, partners, and clients — from construction and commodities to retail, technology, and professional services.
The UAE dirham is pegged to the US dollar at a fixed rate of 3.6725 AED per USD, which means AUD/AED movements track AUD/USD movements closely. While the peg provides stability on the UAE side, the AUD can fluctuate meaningfully, making the rate your transfer provider offers an important factor in how much arrives.
Unlike Australian banks, which set their own retail exchange rate and quietly take a margin on every transfer, Vell offers a competitive AUD to AED rate with a single transparent fee. What you see in the calculator is what gets sent.
Use Vell's rate tracker to set an alert when AUD/AED hits your target rate →
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to send money from Australia to the UAE?
Most Vell AUD to AED transfers arrive the same day. Depending on the receiving bank and transfer routing, some transfers may take until the next business day. You'll see an estimated arrival time before you confirm your transfer.
What details do I need to send money to a UAE bank account?
You'll need your recipient's full name, bank name, and IBAN. The UAE uses IBAN for all local and international bank transfers — your recipient can find their IBAN in their banking app, on a bank statement, or by contacting their bank directly.
What is the AUD to AED exchange rate today?
The AED is pegged to the US dollar, so AUD/AED movements closely follow AUD/USD. The rate updates throughout the day based on live market conditions. Use the calculator above for the current Vell rate on your transfer amount.
Are there any hidden fees when sending money to the UAE with Vell?
No. Vell charges one flat fee shown upfront before you confirm. There are no hidden charges, no exchange rate markup, and no fees deducted from the amount your recipient receives.
Which UAE banks does Vell support?
Vell supports all major banks in the UAE.
Is it safe to send money to the UAE with Vell?
Yes. Vell is registered with AUSTRAC (Australia's financial intelligence agency) and operates under strict anti-money laundering and compliance regulations. Your transfer is encrypted and tracked from send to arrival.
Can I send money to the UAE for a business payment?
Yes. Vell supports transfers to both personal and business bank accounts in the UAE, making it a practical option for businesses, contractors, and freelancers making cross-border payments.
What is an IBAN and where can my recipient find it?
IBAN stands for International Bank Account Number. In the UAE, IBANs are 23 characters long and start with "AE". Your recipient can find their IBAN in their bank's mobile app, on a bank statement, or by calling their bank's customer service line.
Ready to send money to the UAE?
Send your first transfer free — no hidden fees, no surprises.
