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Payments Apps in Ethiopia
Mobile payments and digital wallets — curated for travelers visiting Ethiopia.
2 apps1 essential
telebirr
EssentialEthiopia's largest mobile money service, operated by Ethio Telecom (the state telecom provider). Rapidly becoming the standard for digital payments across the country, from restaurants to taxis.
Pro tip: Register for telebirr at any Ethio Telecom shop with your passport. It is tied to your local SIM card. Load funds through a bank transfer or at any agent location.
CBE Birr
Nice to haveMobile banking and payment service from the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, the country's largest bank. Allows payments and transfers without a full bank account.
Pro tip: CBE Birr and telebirr are interoperable for transfers, so you can send money between them. Having telebirr alone is sufficient for most traveler needs.
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Last updated: March 2026