Best option: Wise
We tested & reviewed 16 money transfer providers, and Wise scored highly in each category.
Over the last six months, Wise appeared in 67.6% of United Kingdom to Bangladesh searches, and was the top rated company supporting money transfers between GBP and BDT.
For a great mix of cost, speed & features, transfer from United Kingdom to Taka using Wise.
How to get the best deal on your United Kingdom to Bangladesh money transfer
What to consider ahead of money transfers from United Kingdom to Bangladesh
Comparing based on your specific needs is the best way to send money from the United Kingdom to Bangladesh with confidence.
Our analysis, and search results, include 16 providers that operate between the United Kingdom and Bangladesh. These are ranked by speed, overall cost and ease of use.
Through this, you get a comprehensive view of all the options you have in the United Kingdom when you need to send money to Bangladesh.
Cheapest way to transfer money to Bangladesh from the United Kingdom:
Data collected over the past six months shows that is 1.6% cheaper than the second-best option.
offers this through a combination of an average 1.52* GBP fee per transfer and exchange rate between GBP-BDT that is % different to the mid-market rate
If you want the cheapest way to send Pound Sterling to Bangladesh, is our recommended choice.
*The most common fee applied to GBP-BDT by , based on data from the past six months.
Fastest way to transfer money from United Kingdom to Bangladesh: Xe
Our data shows that Xe came up as the fastest option for sending Pound Sterling into Taka in 29.4% of searches. This makes them well suited to urgent GBP to BDT money transfers.
The average fee for a GBP-Taka transfer through Xe is 1.59 GBP.
To get the 'fastest' option we compared 16 providers for overall speed of sending money from the United Kingdom to Bangladesh - this includes depositing Pound Sterling, transfer times, withdrawal timeframes in Bangladesh.
When speed matters, Xe is your best choice for sending into Bangladesh from the United Kingdom.
Sending large sums of money?
Of the 16 companies tested, Wise is the best rated for larger transfer amounts.
Whether for a property purchase, or as a gift, sending large amounts of money to Bangladesh from United Kingdom can be expensive.
Wise is our choice for big transfers to GBP because of all round price, speed and management when making large transfers.
Understanding the costs involved when transferring money from United Kingdom to Bangladesh
When calculating the costs of money transfers between United Kingdom and Bangladesh, opt for the best combination of fees and exchange rates:
The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Today, the GBP-BDT mid-market rate equals 150.7983 BDT per Pound Sterling.
For reference, the GBP-BDT average mid-market rate for the past three months has been 152.897 BDT per Pound Sterling, with a high of 157.3126 and a low of 146.6571.
The company offering the best exchange rate is Western Union.
Often the GBP-BDT exchange rate you receive is the bigger factor than how much it costs to send Pound Sterlings to Bangladesh.
Fees: Fees are charged on top of a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is Xe, averaging 1.52 GBP over the last 6 months. We would recommend searching for your exact send amount to get an idea of fees.
Amount Received: The amount received in Taka is the biggest indicator the total cost of sending money from the United Kingdom to Bangladesh. Essentially, the more the recipient receives in Bangladesh, the less it is costing to send from the United Kingdom.
Track the exchange rate for Pound Sterling to Taka
Sending money at the right time between GBP and BDT can make a huge difference to overall cost. The exchange rate impacts how much BDT you get for your GBP.
Over the last six months, the average numbers are:
The exchange rate from GBP to BDT averaged 152.897 BDT.
The highest value recorded was 157.3126 BDT, while the lowest was 146.6571 BDT.
16 providers currently offer transfers between the United Kingdom and Bangladesh close to this rate.
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How we analyze the market
We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Bangladesh 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 Bangladesh.
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