The Cheapest Way to Send Money to Lebanon in 2026

Lebanese abroad send approximately $6-8 billion home each year — and pay far too much in fees. We sent the same $500 through 12 different services to compare true cost (fees + exchange rate markup). 1. Wise — lowest combined cost ($4.62 fee, mid-market rate) 2. Remitly — lowest fee ($3.99) 3. Purpl — purpose-built for Lebanon, USD cash pickup via OMT and Whish