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The best way to send money from United Kingdom to Bahamas

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

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

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Companies for transfers from United Kingdom to Bahamas

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"Over 16 million customers use Wise, mostly for their excellent mobile app, transparent fee structure & use of mid-market rates. Now increasingly used for larger transfers."

Fees
0.1% - 2.6%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0%
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"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.3% - 2.1%

"Over 16 million customers use Wise, mostly for their excellent mobile app, transparent fee structure & use of mid-market rates. Now increasingly used for larger transfers."

Fees
0.1% - 2.6%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0%

"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.3% - 2.1%

"Remitly focuses on sending money to friends and family in Asia, Africa and South America. Wide coverage and well-suited to regular transfers home."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 3 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 1.3%

"Paysend has transparent fees and rates, with transfer sent within seconds to your recipient's bank. They also have global 24/7 support for any enquiries, and bank-level security."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
1 - 3%

"Moneygram is a well established service with over 80 years in the sector. They support over 200 countries worldwide and have over 440,000 retail locations."

Fees
1% - 3%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
2 - 4%

Overall best option: Wise

Wise is our top choice for GBP to BSD transfers.

We tested & reviewed 5 money transfer companies, and Wise came out as one of the easiest options.

Wise appeared in 100% of searches for sending money from the United Kingdom to Bahamas, and was the top rated company for GBP to BSD transfers.

So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, make your United Kingdom to Bahamas transfer using Wise.

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How to get the best deal on your United Kingdom to Bahamas money transfer

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Kingdom to Bahamas
Wise
Total number of GB - BS providers
5
Average cheapest fees & rate
Wise
Average fastest transfer
Xe
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Wise
Best for debit card
Xe

Sending money from United Kingdom to Bahamas considerations

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Compare providers

A comparison of providers offering services between the United Kingdom and Bahamas is the easiest way to ensure the best deal.

We've compared 5 providers that offer services for sending Pound Sterling to Bahamas.

This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Bahamas from the United Kingdom.

Whilst we rate Wise as the best overall, comparing gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from the United Kingdom to Bahamas.

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Get the most from the Pound Sterling-Bahamian Dollar exchange rate
3
Choose the right payment method
4
Financial regulations in United Kingdom and Bahamas
5
Consider transfer limits
6
How to receive money
7
Have your ID ready
8
Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money to Bahamas from the United Kingdom: Wise

Wise combines the lowest fees with the best exchange rate and from the 5 companies compared offers the cheapest transfers to Bahamas from the United Kingdom.

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

The cost is made up of an average fee of 253.42* GBP and an exchange rate for buying Bahamian Dollar with Pound Sterling that is -0.03% different to the mid-market rate.

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

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

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Fastest money transfers to Bahamas from the United Kingdom: Xe.

We tested 5 companies offering transfers from Pound Sterling to Bahamas and Xe offered the quickest options.

Through our research, we found Xe to be the quickest way to send GBP into Bahamian Dollar in 66.7% of instances. For fast transfers between GBP and BSD, Xe is generally a good option.

Money transfers from the United Kingdom to Bahamas through Xe have an average fee of 0 GBP.

To confirm that Xe was the 'fastest' option we compared 5 money transfer providers for overall speed of sending money from the United Kingdom to Bahamas. This was made up of depositing Pound Sterling to a money transfer account and transfer times to Bahamas.

When sending quickly is a priority, Xe is our recommended choice for sending into Bahamas from United Kingdom.

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Need to send over £10,000 from the UK? TorFX is your best option

For those big moves, competitive pricing & strong customer service are key.

Opt for a service proven with large transfers when size matters. For transfers over £10,000, your best option is TorFX.


While TorFX may not always be the cheapest or fastest way to send GBP to Bahamas, they will keep you safe and relaxed while your money moves into BSD.

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

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

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current GBP-BSD mid-market rate is 1.2882 BSD per Pound Sterling. Finding a provider as close to this number as possible will ensure more Bahamian Dollar for your money.

  • As a comparison, the GBP-BSD mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 0 BSD per Pound Sterling, hitting a high of 1.2581 and a low of 1.2566.

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

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

Fees: Transfer fees are charged on top of a transfer. Wise currently offers lowest fees, at an average of 253.42 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 Bahamian Dollar is the biggest indicator in the total cost of sending money to the United Kingdom from Bahamas. The higher the total amount received in Bahamas, the lower the cost of sending from the United Kingdom.

Tracking the exchange rate for Pound Sterling to Bahamian Dollar

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

Mid-market Rate
1 
=
1.288231 
BSD

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

  • GBP to BSD saw an average 0 BSD mid-market rate.

  • The highest point was 1.2581 BSD, while the lowest was 1.2566 BSD.

  • 5 providers are currently offering transfers between the United Kingdom and Bahamas.

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Funding your United Kingdom to
Bahamas transfer

  • Bank transfers

    The default option for sending money from the United Kingdom to Bahamas is often a bank transfer.

    Using a money transfer company such as Wise for transfers from the United Kingdom to Bahamas, allows for sending via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates. 


    From the 5 we tested, the cheapest provider for bank transfers from GBP to Bahamas is Wise.

    With an average fee of GBP669.27 to send money from the United Kingdom to Bahamas, Wise offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Prepaid and debit cards

    Sending money from the United Kingdom to Bahamas with a prepaid or debit card is easy with Xe.


    Xe is a leader in accepting card payments for transfers between the United Kingdom and Bahamas.

  • Credit cards

    is the best money transfer company of the 5 compared for credit card transfers from the United Kingdom to Bahamas

    Fee alert: using a credit card to transfer money can mean a fee being charged by your card issuer. 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 Bahamas 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 Bahamas.


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


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.