Send money from Hungary to Syria
Top up your 7awel wallet from your bank in Hungary, send the transfer, and your family collects US dollars cash at 231 pickup points across Syria.
How to top up from Hungary
- 1Verify your account in the app and you get a personal IBAN in your own name.
- 2Send euros to it from your bank as a normal SEPA transfer.
- 3It usually arrives within minutes, sometimes up to two business days.
Deposits under €300 carry a €1 fee; above that they're free.
In your banking app this is usually called "SEPA átutalás".
If your account is in Hungarian forints, your bank converts the amount to euros at its own rate before sending it. A SEPA transfer in euros usually arrives within one business day.
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 | $111 | $2.72 |
| €300 | $334 | $4.51 |
| €500 | $558 | $6.52 |
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 Hungary
According to Eurostat, Hungary had 1,994 Syrian citizens at the start of 2025, and 2,607 people born in Syria. Eurostat
Where your family collects
231 pickup points across all 14 Syrian governorates. The largest:
Common questions
How long does a transfer from Hungary 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 Hungary?
You top up in euros, 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.