Send money from Canada to Syria
Top up your 7awel wallet from your bank in Canada, send the transfer, and your family collects US dollars cash at 235 pickup points across Syria.
How to top up from Canada
- 1Verify your account in the app and you get a US dollar account in your own name (account and routing number).
- 2Send an ACH transfer in dollars. Wire transfers aren't accepted and may be returned.
- 3ACH transfers take one to two business days.
Each deposit carries a $2 + 0.05% fee.
Your 7awel account is in US dollars and accepts ACH only. International transfers from Canadian banks usually go as wires, which aren't accepted. Without a US account that can send ACH, the easiest route is topping up with USDC.
Or top up with USDC from a platform like Kraken: it arrives in minutes. See how
How much arrives?
| You send | They receive | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| $100 | $97.96 | $3.23 |
| $300 | $298 | $5.07 |
| $500 | $498 | $7.47 |
At today's mid-market rate, refreshed hourly. The fee is paid on top, and the exact final figure is shown in the app before you confirm.
Verification
To open your 7awel bank account you need an ID document (passport, national ID, residence permit or driving licence) and proof of address from the last 3 months. Most people are verified within minutes, and at most 24 hours.
Syrians in Canada
The 2021 Census counted 99,645 people born in Syria living in Canada. Statistics Canada
Where your family collects
235 pickup points across all 14 Syrian governorates. The largest:
Common questions
How long does a transfer from Canada take?
Once your deposit reaches your wallet, the transfer is ready for pickup in Syria shortly after you confirm it.
Which currency do I send from Canada?
You top up in US dollars, your balance is held in dollars, and your family collects US dollars in cash.
Do I need to download an app?
No, you can use 7awel right now in your browser. The Android and iOS apps are coming soon.