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Ethio Telecom and VISA Unveil Digital Remittance Service

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  • New service to streamline remittances, enhancing financial inclusion in Ethiopia
  • Partnership with VISA set to modernize traditional money transfer systems

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Ethio Telecom has launched a groundbreaking international digital money transfer service in collaboration with VISA, marking a significant leap in Ethiopia’s financial services sector. The new offering, unveiled Monday, introduces VISA Direct and Telebirr Remittance services, poised to reshape how money moves across borders.

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