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Remitly Secures UAE SVF License, Expands Global Remittance Footprint

Jul 9, 2026, 4:15 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The UAE license is a tangible, long-cycle catalyst that de-risks regional expansion and can improve growth visibility; similar regulatory milestones in fintech have historically led to multiple expansion and improved valuation for growth-focused fintechs when tied to revenue product launches.

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Remitly Global secured a Stored Value Facilities license from the UAE Central Bank (CBUAE) under Exchange Business Category IV, broadening its regulated footprint. The UAE market offers about $50 billion in annual remittances, and Remitly already serves 9.6 million quarterly users with over $80 billion in send volume in the past year, setting up a path for UAE product launches and regional growth.

  • Remitly wins UAE SVF license (CBUAE Category IV); expands regulatory footprint.
  • License enables new UAE products and long-term growth in the region.
  • UAE remittance market ~$50B annually; Remitly operates in 175+ countries.
  • 9.6 million quarterly users; over $80 billion send volume in last 12 months.

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