CHF to ETB — SWISS FRANC Exchange Rate
Compare CHF/ETB rates across all Ethiopian banks
As of , Dashen Bank offers the best CHF buying rate in Ethiopia at 204.4831 ETB per CHF. Global Bank Ethiopia offers the most competitive selling rate at 133.4378 ETB.
CHF/ETB Rates — All Banks
18 banks tracked
| Bank↓ | Cash Buy↓ | Cash Sell↓ | Trans. Buy↓ | Trans. Sell↓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Dashen BankBEST BUY DASH | 204.4831 | 208.5728 | 0.0000 | 0.0000 |
 Oromia Bank ORIR | 201.9877 | 206.0275 | 198.1243 | 202.0868 |
 Wegagen Bank S.C WEGA | 198.9281 | 202.9066 | 198.9281 | 202.9066 |
 Bank Of Abyssinia ABYS | 198.0151 | 201.9754 | 198.0151 | 201.9754 |
 ZamZam Bank ZAMZ | 197.8400 | 201.7968 | 201.5990 | 205.6310 |
 Zemen Bank ZEME | 197.5954 | 201.5473 | 0.0000 | 0.0000 |
 Abay Bank ABAY | 196.6207 | 200.5531 | 196.6207 | 200.5531 |
 Awash Bank AWIN | 196.4035 | 200.3316 | 198.6835 | 202.6572 |
 Hibret Bank UNTD | 196.1975 | 200.1215 | 0.0000 | 0.0000 |
 Tsehay Bank TSCP | 196.0008 | 199.9208 | 196.0008 | 199.9208 |
 Tsedey Bank TSDY | 196.0008 | 199.9208 | 196.0008 | 199.9208 |
 Nib International Bank NIBI | 194.9021 | 198.8002 | 194.9021 | 198.8002 |
 Commercial Bank of Ethiopia CBET | 192.7992 | 196.6552 | 196.4645 | 200.3937 |
 Siinqee Bank SINQ | 178.9300 | 182.5086 | 0.0000 | 0.0000 |
 Gadaa Bank GDAA | 134.1436 | 136.8265 | 136.6938 | 139.4277 |
 Global Bank Ethiopia DEGA | 130.8214 | 133.4378 | 0.0000 | 0.0000 |
 Addis BankBEST SELL ABSC | 0.0000 | 0.0000 | 197.1695 | 201.1129 |
 Enat Bank ENAT | 0.0000 | 0.0000 | 0.0000 | 0.0000 |
About SWISS FRANC (CHF)
The Swiss Franc is renowned globally as a stable and safe-haven currency, and it holds relevance in Ethiopia's forex context through trade, investment, and the activities of international organizations headquartered in Switzerland. Switzerland is home to numerous multinational corporations and NGOs with operations in Ethiopia, and transactions related to these activities may involve CHF. Ethiopian exporters dealing with Swiss buyers in sectors such as specialty coffee and natural products also engage with the Swiss Franc.
Switzerland-based organizations such as the ICRC are active in humanitarian operations in Ethiopia.
The CHF is widely considered one of the most stable and reliable currencies in the world, often appreciating during global crises.
Switzerland is a significant market for Ethiopian specialty coffee through European trading hubs.
How to Read CHF/ETB Rates
The table above shows four rate columns for each bank. Understanding what each column means will help you choose the right bank and rate type for your transaction.
Cash Buying Rate
This is the birr amount the bank pays you when you exchange CHF banknotes at a branch. If you are converting physical CHF into ETB, this is your rate. Higher is better for you.
Cash Selling Rate
This is how much birr you pay to buy CHF banknotes at a branch. If you need physical CHF for travel or personal use, this is the rate you pay. Lower is better for you.
Transaction Buying Rate
Applied to non-cash inbound transfers such as incoming wire transfers, remittances, and export proceeds received in CHF. Usually slightly better than the cash rate because handling costs are lower.
Transaction Selling Rate
Applied to outgoing wire transfers, import payments, and other non-cash transactions sent abroad in CHF. This is the rate used when paying an overseas supplier or sending an international transfer.
Tips for CHF Transactions in Ethiopia
- →Compare before you go. Sort the table by "Cash Buying" or "Cash Selling" depending on your transaction direction. Even a small rate difference per unit of CHF can add up significantly on larger amounts.
- →Check both rate types. If you are receiving a wire transfer in CHF, ask your bank for the transaction buying rate — it is usually more favourable than the cash rate.
- →Transact during business hours. Ethiopian banks only update rates on business days. Rates posted on the last business day before a holiday remain in effect until the next update, so time-sensitive transactions are best completed early in the week.
- →Use the converter for exact amounts. Head to the Currency Converter to calculate precisely how many birr you will receive or need for a specific amount of CHF at today's rates.
- →Monitor historical trends. Visit any individual bank page to see a 30-day historical rate chart. This helps you judge whether rates are trending up or down and whether it is a good time to exchange.
Frequently Asked Questions about CHF in Ethiopia
Why do CHF/ETB rates change every day?
The National Bank of Ethiopia publishes a reference rate every business day based on interbank trading and broader market conditions. Each commercial bank then sets its own buying and selling rates within a permitted band around that reference. Global movements in the CHF value, Ethiopia's trade balance, and foreign currency supply in the banking system all influence where the rate lands on any given day.
Which bank offers the best CHF rate today?
This changes daily. Use the sort feature in the rates table at the top of this page to instantly rank all banks by their buying or selling rate for CHF. The "Best Buying" and "Best Selling" figures in the header always show the current top-performing bank.
Can I exchange CHF at any Ethiopian bank?
Most major Ethiopian commercial banks accept CHF for exchange, though availability at specific branches may vary. It is always advisable to call ahead to confirm that the branch has sufficient foreign currency inventory, particularly for larger amounts or less common currencies.
Are the rates on this page the same as at the bank counter?
The rates shown here are sourced from banks' officially published rate sheets and are updated multiple times per business day. They are accurate at the time of the last update (shown at the top of the page), but intra-day revisions at a specific branch may mean the counter rate differs slightly. Confirm the rate with the teller before finalising your transaction.
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