Fast transactions
Several customers describe efficient service, including one transaction completed in just a few minutes.
Al Ansari Exchange, International City Branch
International City
Al Ansari Exchange’s International City branch is a money transfer service for sending funds and handling currency exchange in International City. Reviews point to smooth, fast transactions and staff who often explain rates and requirements clearly, though hours, fees and parking are worth checking before you go.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
273 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Rate guidance
Staff have helped customers understand exchange rates before completing a transfer.
Late service
One customer reported smooth service at 10pm on a busy early-month evening.
Helpful staff
Reviews repeatedly describe staff as cooperative, patient and willing to answer questions.
Warm welcome
Some visitors specifically mention smiling, welcoming service that made the branch comfortable to return to.
Clear assistance
Customers have praised staff for handling transactions with dedication and a friendly manner.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check hours. Verify opening times before visiting during Ramadan; the branch notice differed from Google’s 8am listing.
Ask fees. Confirm the transfer fee at this branch before proceeding, especially if another branch has previously waived it.
Arrive early. For deposits or other transactions, avoid arriving close to closing; one COD deposit was refused at 11:24pm.
Plan parking. If you are driving, plan for the lack of customer parking before setting out.
Check details. Review beneficiary information carefully before leaving; one incorrectly written name prevented collection in Oman.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Shop No. 1, C.B.D 29 - Plot No. 547 Al – 1st street
Warsan First - Dubai International City, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
Popular Mentions
Western Union money
The branch is mentioned for receiving Western Union money.
Talabat COD
One customer visited to deposit a Talabat cash-on-delivery receipt.
Currency exchange services
The branch is recommended in reviews for currency exchange needs.
Common Concerns
No parking
A review says the branch has no customer parking, which may make driving inconvenient.
Timing mismatch
Google showed an 8am opening, but a Ramadan notice at the branch stated 9am.
Uneven conduct
Some visitors reported rude, unprofessional or dismissive behaviour from branch staff.
Fee inconsistency
One customer was quoted a 21 AED fee after using another branch for the same type of transfer without a fee.
Cash difficulty
A repeat visitor said getting cash was difficult and that branch rules were unclear.
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The Bottom Line
Al Ansari Exchange’s International City branch is a money transfer service where you can send funds, handle currency exchange and use branch-based remittance support. Reviews often describe transactions as quick and smooth; one customer said a transaction took only a few minutes, while another reported smooth service at 10pm during a busy early-month period. Customer service is a real strength when the counter is working well.
Reviewers mention staff explaining exchange rates clearly, answering questions and helping with employee salary deposits. The branch has also handled Western Union money collection and Talabat COD deposits, so it serves more than straightforward personal remittances. There are practical cautions.
One visitor found no customer parking, and another arrived relying on an 8am Google opening time only to find Ramadan hours started at 9am. Check hours before setting out, especially during Ramadan, and avoid leaving a transaction until just before closing: a late-night customer said a COD deposit was refused at 11:24pm despite an 11:30pm closing time. Fees and procedures may need confirming at the counter.
A customer was quoted 21 AED for sending money to a personal account after using another branch without a fee, while another reported difficulty getting cash. Ask about the exact fee, required ID, beneficiary details and cash availability before proceeding.