Google will shift to making payouts in Egyptian Pounds in Egypt, aligning with its global strategy to adopt local currencies. Starting April 2025, the technology giant will remove US Dollar payouts and the payment method will no longer be available to Egyptian users.
Changes in Payment Currency for Egyptian Users
Effective May 1, 2025, all AdSense, AdSense for YouTube, AdMob, and Ad Manager payouts in Egypt will be in Egyptian Pounds. New payment accounts established in Egypt will also default to Egyptian Pounds.
This shift puts Egypt in line with countries like Chile, Indonesia, Jordan, and Mexico, where payments are already conducted in local currencies. Google plans to broaden this initiative in 2025. The company emphasized that the overall value for creators and advertisers will remain the same. Google emphasized that only the currency used for payments will change.
Important Steps for Google Account Holders
On April 1, 2025, Google will automatically create your new payments account for Egyptian Pounds. To continue receiving payouts after April 2025, you may need to add a bank account that supports Egyptian Pounds. Notifications will be sent if any action is required.
Managing Existing Balances Effectively
- If your current US Dollar account has a valid payment method and more than $25, Google will pay your balance in US Dollars in April 2025.
- If you lack a valid payment method or have less than $25, Google will convert your balance to Egyptian Pounds. The exchange rate will reflect the average for the previous month. This transfer will occur only once.
Please note that your US Dollar payment account will deactivate in April 2025, though you can still view past activities on your Payments page.This transition reflects a broader trend toward localization in financial services, catering to regional needs and enhancing user experience adding to alternative payment methods. Adopting local currencies aligns with the growing demand for financial solutions that resonate with market dynamics and national interests in Egypt.
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