Fast remittance
Customers describe sending money to the Philippines as fast, smooth and easy to complete.
AL FUAD EXCHANGE (BRANCH) الفؤاد للصرافة
Al Barsha
AL FUAD EXCHANGE is a money exchange and remittance service in Al Barsha, handling currency exchange and transfers such as sending money to the Philippines. Reviews often point to quick transactions, approachable staff and competitive rates, while the branch’s location near Mall of the Emirates is convenient for some visitors.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
204 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Competitive rates
Several reviews report competitive or better-than-usual exchange rates, including for transfers to the Philippines.
Helpful guidance
Staff are described as patient and willing to guide customers through the transaction until it is completed.
Organized branch
One customer found the environment clean, organized and welcoming, with staff explaining the process clearly.
Accessible location
The branch is described as being at the back of Mall of the Emirates, making it easy to reach for nearby visitors.
Salary ATM update
A customer successfully updated an existing ATM using a current ID and then used it for salary purposes.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check rates. Ask for the current AED-to-PHP rate before deciding; one visitor asked for information first and planned to return for the transaction.
Inspect cash. Before leaving, check every note for stamps and condition, as a customer found some dollars difficult to exchange elsewhere.
Arrive early. For SSS or time-sensitive processing, arrive well before closing rather than relying on the advertised closing time.
Confirm requirements. Before travelling, confirm the exact rate, available cash and required documents with the branch, since one caller received incorrect information.
Use the location. The branch is near the back of Mall of the Emirates, a useful landmark when planning a visit in Al Barsha.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Barsha Rd
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Remit to Syria
Customers mention using the service for fast remittances to Syria.
SSS
One customer visited to process an SSS transaction, though the review reports it was refused shortly before closing.
Common Concerns
Long waits
One visitor waited an hour and still did not complete the exchange.
Rate mismatch
A customer said head-office information gave the wrong rate, while the branch also lacked enough cash and requested multiple documents.
Poor notes
Check the cash carefully: one customer received stamped, poorly conditioned dollars that were difficult to change.
Closing issues
A customer arriving ten minutes before closing said an SSS transaction was refused despite no queue.
Staff complaint
One review alleges threatening behaviour from a new money changer, including a warning about blocking a customer’s ID card.
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The Bottom Line
AL FUAD EXCHANGE is a practical stop in Al Barsha for currency exchange and money transfers. Customers specifically mention sending money to the Philippines, remitting to Syria and completing SSS-related transactions. Many describe the process as quick and straightforward, with staff explaining the steps and helping until the transaction is finished.
Rates are one of the main reasons people consider the branch. Reviews call them competitive, and one customer said the rate for a Philippines transfer was better than most places they had tried. 75 charge, but it does not clearly identify which service that fee covered, so treat it as a customer-reported detail rather than a current price list.
The branch is near the back of Mall of the Emirates, which several customers found accessible. Inside, reviews describe a clean, organized and welcoming environment. Staff are often praised for being accommodating, responsive and patient.
There are a few reasons to double-check before committing. One customer reported an incorrect rate from head office, insufficient cash and repeated document requests. Another waited an hour without completing an exchange.
Inspect any notes before leaving, and arrive early for services such as SSS processing; one visitor was refused ten minutes before closing.