Xpress Money launches flat fee for India transfers

Xpress Money, a global money transfer brand with a major presence in the GCC, has introduced a flat fee of Dh15 ($4) for remittances of any denominations to India.

The revised fee comes on the heels of the company’s decision to discontinue its earlier slab system of differential pricing based on the amount being transferred to India. By combining effective management of the exchange rates with an affordable transfer fee of Dh15, Xpress Money is confident of offering the best rates to its customers, it said in a statement.

“One of the fastest-growing economies in the world, India is also the largest ‘receive’ market in the remittance industry having received upwards of $58 billion in 2011. Similarly, UAE is one of the largest ‘send’ markets in the world, having a sizeable Indian population with a clear need to send money back home,” said Sudhesh Giriyan, head, Xpress Money Business.

“As a brand, Xpress Money wants to provide the best value to its Indian customers, whether they are the ones sending the money or receiving it; introduction of a flat fee for all transactions to India is an endeavour to further strengthen our presence in these regions and offer our customers a unique advantage in terms of affordability.”

“We continuously work towards building greater convenience for our customers in addition to introducing new services to offer better value for their growing needs,” Giriyan said.

Working with a network of banks and non banking financial institutions, Xpress Money has built a strong country-wide network in India comprising more than 35,000 agent locations, he added.

Source:
tradearabia.com

UAE Exchange welcomes you to Tawdheef 2012

In line with the vision of Government of UAE for the development of UAE Nationals,UAE Exchange is all set to actively participate in 14th National Career Exhibition, Sharjah. Being a responsible entity in the country, UAE Exchange, the leading global remittance and foreign exchange brand, supports the cause and has taken various initiatives to welcome the UAE Nationals in to corporate fold. The remittance major invites one and all to this grand employment drive.

X’Mas gifts from Xpress Money: 125 Nokia Phones to be won

It looks like Santa has decided to celebrate this Christmas with you – the Xpress Money customers. Send your money to any corner of the world instantly through Xpress Money from any of the
UAE Exchange branches in Hong Kong and you could win a Nokia Dual SIM mobile phones. The ‘Christmas gift from Xpress Money’ promotion is valid from 22nd November, 2011 to 22nd January, 2012.

The winners will be selected through two lucky draws that will take place on 18 December, 2011 (75 Winners) and January 26, 2012 (50 Winners).

For more information, log on to: www.xpressmoney.com

Panaromic view of the world

Planning is half the holiday, for that is where the anticipation is. We, at UAE Exchange, know the value of the solitude and joy of being immersed in the holiday moments.
UAE Exchange offers holiday packages for all over the world. All you have to do is find that time in your hectic life and take a deserved rejuvenation break.
Do you dream of standing next to the timeless monuments of history, the Pyramids? Then UAE Exchange has a holiday package to Egypt for you. Globally, we have many destinations lined up for the travel enthusiasts. Explore the culture of Europe or the diversity of our Oriental destinations. Enjoy a good continental meal or shop at the various fashion bazaars of France; and how about a White Christmas this year? Or simply become a child with your children at Hong Kong’s Disneyland. We promise that you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing a destination.

If India is your dream destination, then we are the people to experience Incredible India with. The ever-changing landscape is not just exotic, but it is endless exotic. From the serene valleys of Kashmir, to the pristine coast of the west, and from the backwaters of Kerala to the deep forests of Madhya Pradesh, the scenic beauty of India keeps changing like a kaleidoscope. You can enjoy the splendour of colours in food, clothing, and daily life of India. It is not simply sightseeing but it will enliven all your senses.
UAE Exchange offers you a wide variety of tour packages to explore the cultural diversity of India and experience the healing touch of Ayurveda in the land of its origin.

UAE Exchange Travel takes care of all the nitty-gritty of organisation such as air ticket booking, hotel reservations to transport. In addition to the listed packages, we provide all the end-to-end facilities customised as per your need and taste. All you have to do is show up with the vacation spirit!

Contact us on any of these links, so that your dream destination is where your next holiday is,
For more information,
Email us at mail.us@uaeexchange.co.in or dial 1800 3000 2100

Or

Contact our UAE Touch Point
Mr. Ramesh Ravindranath
Email: ramesh.ravindranath@uaeexchange.com
Tel: +9712 4945505
Mob: +971501624722

Freezing a beautiful moment

• UAE Exchange announces the results of the “UAE Exchange Online Travel Photo Contest 2011”.
• One lucky winner gets a trip to Thailand while other two winners get fabulous gadget goodies.

A good vacation rejuvenates not just the body but the soul as well. That is why once in a while we need one to feel renewed and to go back to our routines with more enthusiasm than before. But if this vacation comes as a prize, wouldn’t that double the joy? Our customers at UAE Exchange had one such great opportunity.
Well, the UAE Exchange genie granted this wish for a lucky winner who won a free trip to the place of splendid beauty, Thailand. The response for “UAE Exchange Online Travel Photo Contest 2011” hosted on our official Facebook page was overwhelming. Hundreds of participants across the globe uploaded their favourite travel pictures. What better way to make a photograph more memorable?
The picture which earned maximum ‘Likes’ from other visitors was adjudged the winner. Mr. Levi Marc Ragasa from Philippines was declared winner of the contest winning a free holiday package to Bangkok for two. The first runner up was Ms. Evighet Azz, from Palestine who bagged a Samsung Galaxy Tab and as the second runner up Ms. Kelly Becta from Canada takes home an exciting Panasonic Lumix Digicam.

Mr. Y. Sudhir Kumar Shetty, COO – Global Operations, UAE Exchange said, “Our various year long promotions and contests are nothing but tools to express our appreciation to our customers. This is the vision we had for our company, to be a bridge between our customers and their dreams. Our best wishes to the winners and all other contestants who made it a remarkable contest.”

The winner Mr. Levi Marc Ragasa could hardly hold back his joy when declared the winner. He said, “We’ve been planning to visit Thailand for long because of its natural beauty and culture. There are beautiful beaches in the Philippines and the photo that we submitted that won this contest is a great example. I took the photo of my fiancée, Ms. Aiza Lapira, during our vacation in Pandan Island Palawan Philippines last year. We all know that Thailand has great beaches too and that is one of the reasons we want to visit this place. We would like to thank the UAE Exchange Company for this wonderful competition and for this once in a lifetime opportunity they have given us.”

The third runner up, Kelly Beckta said, “Thank you UAE Exchange for running such a great competiton. The photos posted by all the contestants were a pleasure to look at. I really appreciate the new camera and will put it to good use! I enjoyed participating in the prize ceremony; it added a nice touch.”

The contestants entered interesting and beautiful photographs that struck a chord with everyone. But there was an equal, if not more, enthusiasm by those who appreciated the pictures through “likes” and interesting comments.

UAE Exchange which has 555 direct offices, across five continents has become a link between the expatriates and their families. More than 3.5 million customers trust
UAE Exchange to deliver the best and 7000 professionals ensure that the expectation is always met.

For more information visit, www.uaeexchange.com
And if you wish to win these exciting prizes yourself, you can stay updated about the latest contests on our Facebook page here, www.facebook.com/uaeexchange.

Your loved ones in India now have three more points of convenience

To enhance customers’ convenience and to strengthen its operations, UAE Exchange has opened three new branches in India. This takes the total number of branches in India up to 265. The new branches, which take the number of direct offices to 539, worldwide, further strengthen this largest global network among remittance and foreign exchange brands.

Three more branches for UAE Exchange,India

Easy Vehicle loans with UAE Exchange

It’s time to drive home your dream car, because getting a vehicle loan is now made easy with UAE Exchange. You can now avail vehicle loans from all UAE Exchangebranches across India at best rates and in no time. There is also a facility for pre-closure of loans without any charges. So visit your nearest branch to know more.

Vehicle Loan Enquiry

UAE Exchange supports World Car Free Day!

World Car Free Day is celebrated every year on September 22nd around the world. Car Free Day encourages motorists to stop using their car for a day. The event promotes cycling and walking, carpooling and thus reducing the pollution level in the environment. And thus giving a pollution-free future to the next generation.

Customers can now pay for their Bahrain Air tickets at UAE Exchange

• UAE Exchange joins hands with Bahrain Air for cash collection

“Bahrain Air customers have eight more reasons to smile.”, announced Mr.
Y. Sudhir Kumar Shetty, COO – Global Operations, UAE Exchange. “They can now pay for their air tickets at any of the eight UAE Exchange branches across theKingdom of Bahrain. We have partnered with Bahrain Air, in line with our vision to bring more convenience to customers. We are happy to find a like-minded partner in Bahrain Air, who shares our penchant of achieving excellence in customer service. This tie-up is part of our global strategy to bring a wide range of services under one roof to maximise the convenience of our customers.”

UAE Exchange, the leading global remittance and foreign exchange brand, has joined hands with Bahrain Air, the second national carrier of Bahrainto provide cash collection facility for customers of Bahrain Air. Now they can conveniently pay for air tickets of Bahrain Air at any of the UAE Exchange branches across Bahrain. They need to book for the air ticket through Bahrain Air’s call centre on 17 333777 with a request that payment will be made at UAE Exchange. The booking will be blocked for the customers for a 24-hour period within which they can make the payment, confirm their seats and collect the travel itinerary from their nearest UAE Exchange branch.

Mr. Deepak Nair, Country Head – UAE Exchange Bahrain, said, “In a short span of just over three years, we have built up a strong network with eight branches across the country. With committed service, we have become the first choice of millions of customers. This commitment has earned us the ISO certification, the first exchange brand inBahrainto do so. We consider our association with Bahrain Air as an important one, for we share similar values and vision. Bahrain Air is the first choice of customers and we are sure that this new facility will bring them more convenience.”

Mr. Abdulla AlHamer, Business Development Manager, Bahrain Air, said, “We are proud to be associated with UAE Exchange as a payment partner, which commands goodwill and trust among customers in Bahrain.  We are sure that this tie-up with UAE Exchange, which has a growing network in the country, will bring us closer and make us more accessible to our customers who prefer paying in cash.”

UAE Exchange, globally, is the largest networked among remittance and foreign exchange brands with over 530 direct offices in 24 countries across five continents. Its correspondent banking relationship with over 150 global banks adds to the might.

Bahrain Air flies to more than 20 destinations with an average frequency of 112 flights a week. Established in 2008, the airline plays a major role in linkingBahrain, the financial centre of the Middle East, to major cities in the GCC, the Levant,Africaand the Indian Sub-Continent, with fast and economical point-to-point services, for both the business community and the travelling public.

The event was attended by senior officials of the partnering entities, special invitees and the Media.

UAE Exchange Money Majlis 2011, a mega success

• Lucky customer drove home Mercedes-Benz C 180 Car in Mega Draw

• At total of 100 prizes won in four fortnightly draws

“Hearty Congratulations to Mr. Mohamed Shakeer on winning the Mercedes-Benz C 180 in the Money Majlis Mega Draw!”, said Mr. Y. Sudhir Kumar Shetty, COO – Global Operations, UAE Exchange. “We are extremely grateful to our customers, who made the 2011 version of Money Majlis, a grand success. Apart from the mega draw winner, there were 25 winners in the fourth fortnightly draw, who won their transaction amount back. The fortnightly draws provide more opportunity for our customers to win.”

The 60-day promotion, which ended on 10th September, 2011, offered a Mercedes Benz C 180 Car as the Mega Prize apart from the 100 prizes to be won in four fortnightly draws with 25 winners each, who got their transaction amount back up to a maximum of 10,000 each in their payout currency.

To qualify in this popular promotion, customers had to make a transaction at any of the
UAE Exchange branches in the UAE and forward the coupon number through SMS to 2181 (Etisalat users) or 2201 (DU users).

Mr. Shetty further added, “Money Majlis, like all our other promotions, was always a much awaited one. Aimed at all our customers from across communities, Money Majlis has always offered high-value prizes in the mega draw. We are thankful to all our partners, Sampath Bank, ICICI Bank, National Bonds Corporation and VISA Personal Payments for their invaluable support. We are extremely delighted at the success of this annual promotion, which is our token of appreciation to our customers’ continued patronage.”

Money Majlis is one among the many exciting promotions that UAE Exchange, in over 30 years of its successful operations, has brought for its customers. The other promotions include Jashan-e-Bahara (for Pakistani community), Bak Maha Wasana (for Sri Lankan community), Ahlan Saif (for Arabic community), Onasowbhagyam (for Keralite community from India), Bijoy Ustav (for Bangladeshi community) and more. Through these promotions, UAE Exchange has helped realise the dreams of its customers by bringing them value-laden prizes like cars, villas, gold, millions in cash, holiday packages and more.

In addition to these promotions, UAE Exchange has also brought various innovative products that hit the right note with its customers including Xpress Money, the leading global instant money transfer brand; Money2anywhere, the user-friendly online money transfer portal; Smart Pay, the WPS-compliant payroll solution; Flash, the product that facilitates real time account credit; and XPay, the easy bill payment platform using mobile phones.

This largest networked exchange house in the world has more than 530 direct offices spanning 24 countries across five continents. The strong correspondent banking relationship with over 150 global banks adds to its strength to reach out to over 3.5 million customers worldwide.

The happy customers have always turned to UAE Exchange, which offered them the biggest platter of products and services under one roof. They found solutions to their multiple financial requirements at one counter, which transformed the world’s trusted money transferrer, which contributes 5.28% of the global remittance volume, into a financial supermarket.

The mega draw function was conducted amidst much fanfare and was attended by senior officials from Dubai Economic Development Department, Sampath Bank and
UAE Exchange along with special invitees and the Media.

For more information log on to www.uaeexchange.com