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The best way to send money from United Kingdom to Malaysia

Compare ways to send money from United Kingdom to Malaysia. Find the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best GBP to MYR exchange rates.

Read on for the best deals, expert information, and all you need to send money to Malaysia from United Kingdom.

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Best recommended: Wise

Wise is our top pick for sending Pound Sterling to Malaysia.

Of the 18 money transfer providers tested and reviewed, Wise scored highly for its competitive rates and fees.

Wise appeared in 100% of United Kingdom to Malaysia searches, and was the top rated company supporting GBP to MYR transfers.

Make your United Kingdom to Malaysia transfer using Wise for the best mix of cost and speed.

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How to compare companies offering money transfers from United Kingdom to Malaysia

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Kingdom to Malaysia
Wise
Total number of GB - MY providers
18
Average cheapest fees & rate
Regency FX
Average fastest transfer
Wise
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Regency FX
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Considerations for money transfers from United Kingdom to Malaysia

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between the United Kingdom and Malaysia, based on your specific needs is the best way to send money with confidence.

Our comparison includes 18 companies that provide the ability to send Pound Sterling to Malaysia.

This ensures you get the best options for transfers to Malaysia from the United Kingdom, based on the amount you want to send.

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Watch the Pound Sterling-Malaysian Ringgit exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Use providers regulated in Malaysia and United Kingdom
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Malaysia
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money to Malaysia from the United Kingdom: Regency FX

Regency FX combines the lowest fees with the best exchange rate and from the 18 companies compared offers the cheapest transfers to Malaysia from the United Kingdom.

Data collected through our comparison over the past six months shows that Regency FX is 0.3% cheaper than the second-best option.

The cost is made up of an average fee of 0* GBP and an exchange rate for buying Malaysian Ringgit with Pound Sterling that is 0.05% different to the mid-market rate.

If you want to secure the best rates on a United Kingdom to Malaysia transfer, Regency FX offers value. We would still recommend searching for the amount you want to send to Malaysia.

*The most common fee applied to GBP-MYR by Regency FX, based on data from the past six months.

Fastest money transfers from United Kingdom to Malaysia: Wise.

Of the 18 money transfer companies tested, Wise offered the quickest way to send Pound Sterlings to Malaysia.

Through our comparison, we found Wise to be the fastest option to transfer money from the United Kingdom to Malaysian Ringgit in 90.6% of instances.

Over the last six months, sending money from the United Kingdom to Malaysia through Wise have an average fee of 12.73 GBP.

Wise was one of 18 money transfer providers we compared for overall speed of sending money from the United Kingdom to Malaysia. This speed test included depositing Pound Sterlings to an account and the average timeframe for sending money to Malaysia.

When fast transfers are a priority, Wise is our best choice for sending from United Kingdom to Malaysia.

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Send large sums of money

Transferring bigger amounts of money to Malaysia from the United Kingdom needs a strong exchange rate and effective management of the transfer.

From the
18 options we compared, Wise offers the strongest all round option for large transfers to Malaysia from the United Kingdom.

Whatever the reason, sending large sums of money can be expensive if you get a bad exchange rate from Malaysian Ringgits to Malaysian Ringgit.

As such, we recommend Wise for large transfers between Malaysia and the United Kingdom.

Understanding the costs involved when transferring money to Malaysia from United Kingdom

When calculating the cost of sending money from the United Kingdom to Malaysia, a combination of fees and exchange rates ensure the best deal:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current GBP-MYR mid-market rate is 5.6292 MYR per Pound Sterling. Finding a provider as close to this number as possible will ensure more Malaysian Ringgit for your money.

  • As a comparison, the GBP-MYR mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 5.9362 MYR per Pound Sterling, hitting a high of 6.0805 and a low of 5.6049.

  • Wise is currently offering the best exchange rate on transfers between the United Kingdom and Malaysia.

  • Often the GBP-MYR exchange rate you receive will be the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending Pound Sterling to Malaysia.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged on top of a transfer. Regency FX currently offers lowest fees, at an average of 0 GBP over the last 6 months. Although, we recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

Amount Received: The total amount received in Malaysian Ringgit is the biggest indicator in the total cost of sending money to the United Kingdom from Malaysia. The higher the total amount received in Malaysia, the lower the cost of sending from the United Kingdom.

Tracking the exchange rate for Pound Sterling to Malaysian Ringgit

Getting a better exchange rate between GBP and MYR can make a huge difference to the overall cost of sending money.

Mid-market Rate
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= 5.629193 MYR

Over the last six months, between the United Kingdom and Malaysia, the average numbers are:

  • GBP to MYR saw an average 5.9362 MYR mid-market rate.

  • The highest point was 6.0805 MYR, while the lowest was 5.6049 MYR.

  • 18 providers are currently offering transfers between the United Kingdom and Malaysia.

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Payment options for transfers from United Kingdom to
Malaysia

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the fastest and cheapest way to send money from the United Kingdom to Malaysia.

    Using a money transfer company such as Regency FX for payments from the United Kingdom to Malaysia, means you can send via a bank transfer and benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get with a traditional bank. 


    Regency FX is the best money transfer provider for bank transfers of the 18 we compared when sending GBP to Malaysia.

    With an average fee of 0 GBP to transfer money from the United Kingdom to Malaysia, Regency FX offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Prepaid and debit cards

    Sending money with a debit card from the United Kingdom to Malaysia is easy with Wise.


    Wise is a leader in debit card money transfers from the United Kingdom to Malaysia. They are the best option of the 18 transfer companies compared.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to credit card transfers from the United Kingdom to Malaysia, Xe is the top choice of the 18 companies offering this service.

    Fee alert: using a credit card to transfer money internationally often results in a fee being charged by your card issuer. That's why we recommend bank transfer or debit card instead.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Malaysia and United Kingdom.


Our comparison engine and algorithms evaluate providers based on over 25 factors, including transfer fees, ease of use, exchange rates, mobile apps, transfer times & customer support.

We also consider how these services are rated on platforms like TrustPilot, AppStore, and Google Play, giving you a comprehensive view of what to expect.

This thorough analysis helps you get the best available deal - every time you want to move money from United Kingdom to Malaysia.


We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send GBP to MYR.


For a deeper understanding of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we invite you to read our editorial policy document.

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Contributors

Keith Hodges
Keith is an experienced Content Specialist with a rich background in both marketing and journalism within the financial sector. At MoneyTransfers.com, Keith plays a pivotal role in driving the business forward and broadening its reach in various international money transfer markets. His expertise is a key factor in the company's expansion and success.
Luke Eales
Luke is CEO at MoneyTransfers.com, with 10 years' experience building consumer products in finance, insurance & travel. Luke focuses on the payments sector and foreign exchange markets, as well as personal finance more broadly.