Send money from 🇺🇸 United States to 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
We recorded quotes from 5 providers for transfers from United States to United Kingdom.
Send from United Kingdom to United States (reverse)Lowest total cost
Remitly
0.49% on $100
Fastest
Wise
under an hour
Providers recorded
5
on this corridor
Options for United Kingdom
Mobile Money available
Direct transfer to Orange Money, Wave, M-Pesa. No bank account needed for the recipient.
Cash pickup
Available in minutes at Western Union and MoneyGram locations.
Compare prices for United States → United Kingdom
Compare the 5 recorded quotes side by side, at several amounts.
View offersProviders recorded
Remitly
£74.04 for $100 • 0.49% total cost
InstaReM
£73.86 for $100 • 0.74% total cost
Wise
£73.35 for $100 • 1.42% total cost
OFX
£142 for $200 • 4.30% total cost
WorldRemit
£70.87 for $100 • 4.75% total cost
Quote collected on July 28, 2026 at 8:52 PM — not comparable to today's market rate
Mid-market rate: 1 USD = 0.7441 GBP — collected on August 4, 2026 at 10:20 AM, source open.er-api.com.
Provider quotes collected on August 4, 2026 at 9:22 AM.
For comparison, Wells Fargo would deliver £721 for $1,000 — a total cost of 3.16%.
Ranked by increasing total cost — fees and exchange-rate margin combined, measured against the mid-market rate. Affiliate revenue plays no part in this ranking.
These quotes come from the public Wise comparison API. Wise appears in this comparison and is the only provider we earn a commission from.
Check the final price with the provider before sending: a quote may have changed since we collected it.
Tips for sending money from United States to United Kingdom
- 1
Compare hidden fees: traditional banks charge an average of 5% through exchange rate markups. Specialized providers like Wise use the real market rate.
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Avoid sending on weekends: exchange rates are less favorable. Prefer business days for your transfers.
FAQ - Send money from United States to United Kingdom
What is the best way to send money from United States to United Kingdom?
The best method depends on the amount and speed needed. Wise is generally the cheapest for bank transfers. WorldRemit and Remitly allow direct mobile money deposits. Western Union and MoneyGram are best for cash pickup available in minutes. Compare all providers on our tool.
How long does it take to send money from United States to United Kingdom?
Transfer times range from a few minutes (Western Union/MoneyGram cash pickup) to 1-3 business days (Wise/Revolut bank transfer). Mobile money transfers (Orange Money, Wave) are usually available within 24 hours.
What are the fees for a transfer from United States to United Kingdom?
Total fees (exchange rate margin + commission) range from 0.5% to 5% depending on the provider. Wise charges around 0.5-1%, Western Union 2-4%, traditional banks up to 5%. Use our comparison tool to see exact fees for your amount.
Can I send money directly to a mobile phone in United Kingdom?
Transfers to United Kingdom are mainly done by bank transfer or cash pickup. Check available methods on our comparison tool.
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