# Telebirr transfer fees & daily limit (2026)

Telebirr transfer fees and daily limit (2026). To a bank account for 2,000 birr: ETB 9. Daily limit: ETB 300,000 a day. Every figure links to its source.

Page: https://checkout.verify.et/tools/ethiopian-bank-transfer-fees/telebirr
Figures checked: 2026-10-11

## Key figures

- To a bank account: ETB 9 (Flat for 1,501 – 5,000 birr · VAT included)
- To another Telebirr wallet: ETB 6 (Flat for 1,501 – 5,000 birr · VAT included)
- Daily limit: ETB 300,000 / day (NBE ceiling)

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Telebirr charge to send to a bank account?

Sending 2,000 birr from Telebirr to a bank account costs ETB 9 (VAT included).

### What is the Telebirr daily limit?

A Level 2 Telebirr wallet can move up to ETB 300,000 a day in total and ETB 75,000 a day person to person, under NBE directive ONPS/10/2025. Telebirr's own page says "no limit" for Level 1 and "unlimited" for Level 2 & 3, which does not match the NBE ceiling.

### Is there a monthly limit on Telebirr?

Telebirr lists these monthly limits: Level 1, no limit; Level 2 & 3, unlimited.

### How do I raise my Telebirr limit?

Limits depend on your account (KYC) level: Level 1 and Level 2 & 3. Telebirr does not publish the upgrade steps; contact Telebirr or visit an agent or branch with your ID.

### Do merchant payments have their own limit?

Yes. The NBE caps person-to-merchant payments, including EthQR, at ETB 250,000 a day for every wallet.