How to send money to Cameroon from UK with the best GBP-XAF rate
Compare ways to send money from United Kingdom to Cameroon. Find the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best GBP to XAF exchange rates.
Read on for the best deals, expert information, and all you need to send money to Cameroon from United Kingdom.
Transferring the other way? Send XAF from Cameroon to United Kingdom instead.
"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."
"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."
"Remitly focuses on sending money to friends and family in Asia, Africa and South America. Wide coverage and well-suited to regular transfers home."
"Remitly focuses on sending money to friends and family in Asia, Africa and South America. Wide coverage and well-suited to regular transfers home."
"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."
"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."
Best option: Wise
We tested & reviewed 6 money transfer providers, and Wise scored highly in each category.
For example, sending 6,000 GBP to XAF will cost you £49.01 in fees, and you will receive 4,464,718 XAF. The delivery time usually is within a week, but it depends on the day you make the transfer.
For a great mix of cost, speed & features, transfer from United Kingdom to CFA Franc BEAC using Wise.
Getting the best deal on your United Kingdom to Cameroon transfer
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Considerations ahead of sending money from United Kingdom to Cameroon
A comparison of providers offering services between the United Kingdom and Cameroon, based on your specific transfer amount is the best way to send money with the confidence you’re getting the best price.
We’ve compared 6 providers that provide services for sending Pound Sterling to Cameroon. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Cameroon 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 Cameroon.
Cheapest way to send money to Cameroon from the United Kingdom: Remitly
Data collected through our comparison shows that Remitly is 1.56% cheaper than the second-best option.
The cost is made up of a fee of 0 GBP and an exchange rate for buying CFA Franc BEAC with Pound Sterling that is -1.07% different to the mid-market rate.
If you want to secure the best rates on a United Kingdom to Cameroon transfer, Remitly offers value. We would still recommend searching for the amount you want to send to Cameroon.
Fastest way to send money to Cameroon from the United Kingdom: Xoom
For example, if you send 6,000 GBP with Xoom to Cameroon, the transfer time is minutes - 24 hours based on our data.
Smaller transfers to Cameroon will likely be quicker, while larger transfers can take slightly longer.
A GBP-CFA Franc BEAC transfer through Xoom comes with a 0 GBP fee.
To ensure Xoom was the 'fastest' option we compared 6 providers. This comparison was for overall speed of sending money from the United Kingdom to Cameroon and is a combination of depositing Pound Sterling, transfer times to Cameroon and withdrawal timeframes where applicable.
When speed is a priority, Xoom is the top choice for sending into Cameroon from the United Kingdom.
The best apps to send GBP to Cameroon from United Kingdom
Most money transfer companies have apps you can use to send money abroad.
We've compared and analyzed over 6 apps & companies for GBP/XAF transfers and these are the best apps we found. All these apps are available on iOS and Android for free.
App | Rating | Mobile wallet |
|---|---|---|
iOS: 4.9 / 2.3M reviews Android: 4.8 / 1.29M reviews | Yes (Remitly One) | |
iOS: 4.8 / 158K reviews Android: 4.8 / 1.52M reviews | Yes (40+ currencies) |
Need to send over £10,000 from the UK? TorFX is your best option
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 Cameroon, they will keep you safe and relaxed while your money moves into XAF.
Understanding the costs involved when transferring money to Cameroon from United Kingdom
When calculating the cost of sending money from the United Kingdom to Cameroon, a combination of fees and exchange rates ensure the best deal:
The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current GBP-XAF mid-market rate is 749.8881 XAF per Pound Sterling. Finding a provider as close to this number as possible will ensure more CFA Franc BEAC for your money.
As a comparison, the GBP-XAF mid-market rate for the past week has averaged 750.7224 XAF per Pound Sterling, hitting a high of 751.5922 and a low of 748.9402.
Remitly is currently offering the best exchange rate on transfers between the United Kingdom and Cameroon.
Often the GBP-XAF exchange rate you receive will be the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending Pound Sterling to Cameroon.
Fees: Transfer fees are charged on top of a transfer. Remitly currently offers lowest fees of 0 GBP. Although we recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.
Amount Received: The total amount received in CFA Franc BEAC is the biggest indicator in the total cost of sending money to the United Kingdom from Cameroon. The higher the total amount received in Cameroon, the lower the cost of sending from the United Kingdom.
Tracking the exchange rate for Pound Sterling to CFA Franc BEAC
Getting a better exchange rate between GBP and XAF can make a huge difference to the overall cost of sending money.
Over the last 7 days, between the United Kingdom and Cameroon, the average numbers are:
GBP to XAF saw an average 750.7224 XAF mid-market rate.
The highest point was 751.5922 XAF, while the lowest was 748.9402 XAF.
Wise, which is our recommended service to send money online from United Kingdom to Cameroon offers 750.2480 XAF per GBP which is only -0.17% above the mid-market rate.
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Funding your United Kingdom to Cameroon transfer
Bank transfers
The default option for sending money from the United Kingdom to Cameroon is often a bank transfer.
Using a money transfer company such as Revolut for transfers from the United Kingdom to Cameroon, allows for sending via a bank transfer while benefiting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates.
From the 6 we tested, the cheapest provider for bank transfers from GBP to Cameroon is Revolut.
With the fee of GBP18 to send money from the United Kingdom to Cameroon, Revolut offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.
Prepaid and debit cards
Sending money from the United Kingdom to Cameroon with a prepaid or debit card is easy with Wise.
Wise is a leader in accepting card payments for transfers between the United Kingdom and Cameroon.
Credit cards
We recommend using a bank transfer or a debit card deposit instead of a credit card, as many companies do not allow direct deposits with a credit card and are usually more expensive.
If you absolutely need to deposit with a credit card, we recommend running a to find the company that fits your needs.
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 Cameroon 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 Cameroon.
We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send GBP to XAF.
For a deeper understanding of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we invite you to read our editorial policy and review methodology.
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