Lebanese Abroad, Here’s the Best Way To Send Money Back Home (Zero Fees!)
Sending money to Lebanon has never been simple. Between high transfer fees and cash-out charges, even a small remittance can shrink by the time it reaches family or friends. But if you live abroad and want to send money back home to Lebanon, we’re happy to share that Purpl is actually your best option.
The Lebanese fintech start-up is making cross-border transfers faster, cheaper, and easier. The app works through partner remittance services like Paysend, Remitly, Ria Money Transfers, Careem Pay, Al Fardan Exchange, Al Muzaini, Bless Payments, and Lulu.
This means expats can send money from 115+ countries directly into the receiver’s Purpl wallet in Lebanon, making transfers fast, affordable, and convenient.
For the receiver, you have access to 500+ cash-out locations at Banque Libano-Française (BLF) ATMs and MTM agents, with no bank account or card needed. Money can be accessed instantly, anytime!
How to receive money from abroad
Getting started on Purpl is actually super easy. Here are the steps you need to follow to set up your account:
1. Download the app on iOS or Android.
2. Create your account by entering your full name exactly as it appears on your ID or passport.
3. Enter your phone number and email. You’ll receive an OTP (one-time password) via SMS to confirm your phone number.
4. Verify your email by clicking the link sent to your inbox.
5. Confirm your identity by scanning a government-issued ID (passport, ID card, or driver’s license).
6. Take a selfie to match your face with your ID for extra security.
7. Once verified, your account is ready, and you can start receiving money instantly.
How to send money to Lebanon
1. Download a partner app like Paysend, Remitly, Ria, or Bless Payments.
2. Create an account with your email, phone, and personal details.
3. Link your bank account or debit/credit card to fund the transfer.
4. Select Lebanon as the destination and choose Cash Pickup via Purpl or Purpl wallet as the delivery method.
5. Enter the receiver’s Purpl details (only their name and phone number).
6. Enter the amount you want to send and confirm.
The money arrives instantly in the receiver’s Purpl wallet, ready to withdraw for free. Purpl isn’t just cheaper for the sender, but it’s actually twice as affordable as many traditional transfer services.
With instant transfers and zero cash-out fees, Purpl is proving to be the easiest and most affordable way to send money to Lebanon. For more information, make sure to check out their Instagram and website.
If any of your Lebanese friends abroad aren’t familiar with Purpl, make sure to share this article with them! For more content like this, check out the #Local Services and #Lebanese Abroad sections on our website.
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