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Compare GBP to USD exchange rates and fees (United Kingdom to United States)

Sending money from the United Kingdom to United States? Different providers pair very different fees with very different GBP→USD exchange rates, so a low fee does not always mean the best deal. The table below ranks the providers that serve this route by how much your recipient actually receives for a £500 transfer, using live rates.

Live GBP → USD comparison

Updated 03/10/2026, 17:21:20
ProviderExchange rateFeeRecipient gets (£500)
TapTapSend1.32£0.00$660.00Send
Wise1.32£2.80$658.24Send
LemFi1.32£0.00$658.00Send
Remitly1.32£1.99$655.53Send
MoneyGram1.31£0.00$653.80Send
Ria1.31£1.50$653.13Send
Western Union1.30£1.99$645.85Send
Rates and fees come live from each provider and can change at any time — always confirm the final amount on the provider’s site before sending. Rows marked “estimated” are re-priced from recent history when a provider is briefly unavailable.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to send money from the United Kingdom to United States?

Costs vary by provider. The table above shows each provider's live GBP→USD exchange rate and fee for a £500 transfer, so you can see exactly how much your recipient receives. Open the full comparison to change the amount.

What is the best GBP to USD exchange rate today?

The best GBP→USD option is the one that delivers the most USD after fees — not necessarily the highest headline rate. We rank providers by the amount your recipient actually gets, so the top row above is currently the strongest offer.

Which providers can I use to send money to United States?

We compare Western Union, MoneyGram, Remitly, TapTapSend, LemFi, Ria, Wise. Live availability and pricing for the United Kingdom–United States corridor are shown in the table above.

How long does a transfer from the United Kingdom to United States take?

Delivery time depends on the payout method. Bank deposits usually arrive within 1–2 business days, while cash pickup, mobile money and some instant options can be available within minutes. Each provider's estimate is shown when you continue to their site.

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