.png)
Quick Verdict
Our take on Telr
Telr is the most practical payment gateway for UAE SMEs and startups. AED pricing, fast onboarding, and Arabic checkout make it accessible for small businesses selling online in the UAE. The pay-by-link feature is particularly valuable for UAE micro-merchants using WhatsApp and Instagram for sales.
Best for: UAE SMEs and startups starting with online payment acceptance
What we like
- UAE-based gateway with AED pricing
- Fast merchant onboarding for UAE businesses
- Arabic checkout and invoice creation
- CBUAE compliant with local payment methods
- Social commerce payments for Instagram/WhatsApp
- Pay-by-link for UAE merchants without websites
What could improve
- Monthly fee plus per-transaction costs
- Less feature-rich than Checkout.com for complex needs
- Limited international currency coverage
- Support volume can affect response times
Pricing plans
Most popular
Advanced
AED 599/month + transaction %
Recurring billing, multi-currency, advanced reporting
Get startedMENA feature check
Arabic interface
Full Arabic UI support
GCC data centers
Data stored in the region
Local payment methods
KNET, Mada, BENEFIT, etc.
Mobile app
Native iOS and Android apps
API access
Developer API available