Over 2 million Egyptians now freelance globally. If you're one of them, platforms like Payoneer and PayPal are taking up to 8.5% of every payment you receive — that's $85 gone on every $1,000.

Cenoa gives you a free US account in your name. Total fees: 0.99%. On that same $1,000, you keep $990 instead of $915.

$1,802

Saved per year vs Payoneer ($2K/mo income)

0.99%

Total fees — receiving + conversion

$0

Account opening & monthly fees
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Who's behind Cenoa's infrastructure?

Your US account runs on Stripe and Lead Bank infrastructure — the same systems powering millions of businesses worldwide.

Cenoa user with Mastercard partnership

Cenoa was selected for Mastercard Start Path one of only 7 fintechs globally in the blockchain category.

How fast is Cenoa growing?

50x

Volume growth in 6 months

50K+

Users across markets

5/5

Apple App Store rating

Tens of thousands of freelancers and remote workers already trust Cenoa for their international income and the number grows every week.

PayPal charges Egyptian freelancers 8.5% total plus a 30-day hold on your funds and Visa-only withdrawals. Payoneer? Same 8.5%. Wise? No card in Egypt.

Cenoa
Payoneer
PayPal
Wise
Total fees
0.99%
8.5%
8.5%
~2.2%
You keep on $1K
$990
$915
$915
$978
Crypto withdrawal
Yes (USDC)
Fund hold
None
None
30 days
None
Card in Egypt

Earning $2,000/month? Switching from Payoneer to Cenoa saves you $1,802 per year verified from Cenoa's published fee comparison for Egyptian freelancers.

How does Cenoa compare to Payoneer specifically?

Payoneer charges up to 8.5% total when you factor in receiving fees, currency conversion, and withdrawal costs. Cenoa's total cost stays under 1%.

Cenoa vs Payoneer fee comparison infographic showing 0.99% vs 8.5%
Why is PayPal so bad for Egyptian freelancers?

Most platforms hide costs in the exchange rate spread the gap between the real rate and what they give you. Cenoa uses transparent, competitive rates with no hidden markups.

With Cenoa: 0.5% to receive competitive conversion rates. That's it. No surprise deductions.

Switching takes 3 minutes. Saving $1,800/year lasts forever.

Open your free US account now — total fees under 1%, no holds, no frozen accounts.

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Free US Account

Open a US account in your name in 3 minutes — just your ID. Receive payments from Upwork, Fiverr, Deel, or any client.

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Your Account, Never Frozen

Non-custodial wallet means you're always in control. No blocks, no holds, no surprises — your money is yours, period.

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Real Human Support

Stuck on something? Talk to a real person — not a chatbot. Live support from people who actually understand freelancer life.

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Crypto Withdrawal

Withdraw USDC to any Polygon wallet — 15 to 45 minutes, zero Cenoa fees. Your money, your way.

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Dollar Card

Spend your USD directly with a digital or physical card. Works with Apple Pay and Google Pay — no conversion needed.

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Hold USD, Beat Inflation

Keep your income in digital dollars and protect it from EGP swings. Earn up to 3% APY while your money sits.

Which platforms can I receive payments from?

Your Cenoa US account works with any platform that supports US bank transfers: Upwork, Fiverr, Deel, Amazon, Etsy, Shopify, and direct client payments.

You can also connect it to PayPal, Wise, or Payoneer accounts to consolidate your income in one place.

How does crypto withdrawal work?

Your Cenoa balance is held in USDC a digital dollar backed 1:1 by Circle, a US-regulated company. You can withdraw USDC to any Polygon wallet.

Withdrawal takes 15–45 minutes and Cenoa charges zero fees for it. Only standard blockchain network fees apply.

Tell me more about the dollar card

The Cenoa Dollar Card (powered by RedotPay) lets you spend your USD balance directly — online shopping, subscriptions, POS terminals, and more.

Available as digital (instant) or physical card. Works with Google Pay for easy contactless payments.

Cenoa is a fintech platform not a bank. That's actually how we keep fees so low. Your funds are held as USDC, backed 1:1 by Circle (a US-regulated company).

Is my money safe with Cenoa?

Cenoa uses a non-custodial wallet meaning you have full control of your funds. Nobody, not even Cenoa, can freeze or access your money.

Smart contracts are audited by CertiK and all communications are encrypted with 256-bit SSL. Your account is protected by PIN and biometric authentication.

How long does setup actually take?

Honest answer: 3–5 minutes for most people. You download the app, verify your ID (passport or national ID), and your US account is ready.

One thing to note: you'll get a 12-word recovery phrase during setup. Save it somewhere safe it's your backup key. Cenoa can't recover it for you.

Are there any limits I should know about?

Monthly limit: $150,000 total. Individual payments from non-registered sources are capped at $4,000 (above that, it auto-refunds).

Payments from the US typically arrive in 1–3 business days (standard ACH timing). Cenoa-to-Cenoa transfers are instant and free.

Is Cenoa legal and compliant?

Cenoa works through licensed partners in every market. Your US account is held at Lead Bank, subject to US banking regulations. All KYC and AML requirements are fully met.

The USDC in your wallet is issued by Circle — a US-regulated financial institution. Your digital dollars are backed 1:1 by real reserves.

What if I need help?

Real live support not chatbots. Reach the Cenoa team through in-app chat, email ([email protected]), or phone. Available when you need them.

A freelancer earning $2,000/month loses $2,040/year to Payoneer or PayPal fees. With Cenoa, that drops to $237. That's $1,802 back in your pocket — every single year.

Keep $990 out of every $1,000 you earn

Free US account. Under 1% total fees. No holds, no frozen accounts. Setup takes 3 minutes with your ID.