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Best option: Wise
We tested & reviewed 13 money transfer providers, and Wise scored highly in each category.
Over the last six months, Wise appeared in 87.5% of United Kingdom to Ecuador searches, and was the top rated company supporting money transfers between GBP and USD.
For a great mix of cost, speed & features, transfer from United Kingdom to US Dollar using Wise.
Getting the best deal on your United Kingdom to Ecuador transfer
- Always compare rates
Don't pay more than you have to. Our live comparison tool will give you the best rates for sending money from the United Kingdom to Ecuador.
- Choose a provider
Select the provider that offers you the best value & service for transfers between the United Kingdom and Ecuador.
- Click, sign up & send
Follow the steps & make your transfer. Your funds will soon be on their way to Ecuador.
Summary of recent searches
Considerations ahead of sending money from United Kingdom to Ecuador
A comparison of providers offering services between the United Kingdom and Ecuador, 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 13 providers that provide services for sending Pound Sterling to Ecuador. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Ecuador 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 Ecuador.
Cheapest way to transfer money to Ecuador from the United Kingdom: Western Union
Data collected over the past six months shows that Western Union is 0.4% cheaper than the second-best option.
Western Union offers this through a combination of an average 0* GBP fee per transfer and exchange rate between GBP-USD that is -0.2% different to the mid-market rate
If you want the cheapest way to send Pound Sterling to Ecuador, Western Union is our recommended choice.
*The most common fee applied to GBP-USD by Western Union, based on data from the past six months.
Fastest way to transfer money from United Kingdom to Ecuador: Paysend
Our data shows that Paysend came up as the fastest option for sending Pound Sterling into US Dollar in 40% of searches. This makes them well suited to urgent GBP to USD money transfers.
The average fee for a GBP-US Dollar transfer through Paysend is 0 GBP.
To get the 'fastest' option we compared 13 providers for overall speed of sending money from the United Kingdom to Ecuador - this includes depositing Pound Sterling, transfer times, withdrawal timeframes in Ecuador.
When speed matters, Paysend is your best choice for sending into Ecuador from the United Kingdom.
Need to make a large transfer?
Wise is the best option for large transfers of the 13 providers compared.
While Wise may not always be the cheapest or fastest way to send GBP from the United Kingdom to Ecuador, it's a great provider for larger transfers for things like buying or selling property.
Understanding the cost of sending money from United Kingdom to Ecuador
Ensuring a strong combination of fees and exchange rates ensures the best deal on money transfers from the United Kingdom to Ecuador.
The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Finding a provider as close to mid-market rate as possible will ensure more US Dollar for your Pound Sterling. The current GBP-USD mid-market rate is 1.2816 USD per Pound Sterling.
This rate changes regularly so it can pay to track it. For comparison, the GBP-USD mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 1.2892 USD per Pound Sterling, with a low of 1.2474 and a high of 1.3409.
Wise is currently offering the best exchange rate from the 13 companies compared.
Often the GBP-USD exchange rate you pay is the biggest cost factor when transferring Pound Sterlings to Ecuador.
Fees: Money transfer fees are charged on top the exchange rate and can be set, or a percentage of the total amount of Pound Sterling you’re sending to Ecuador. Western Union currently has the lowest fees for transfers into USD at an average of 0 GBP over the last 6 months. We always recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.
Amount Received: The amount received in US Dollar is the biggest indicator of the total cost of sending money to Ecuador from the United Kingdom. The bigger the amount received in Ecuador, the lower the overall cost of sending from the United Kingdom.
Tracking the exchange rate for Pound Sterling to US Dollar
Getting a better exchange rate between GBP and USD can make a huge difference to the overall cost of sending money.
Over the last six months, between the United Kingdom and Ecuador, the average numbers are:
GBP to USD saw an average 1.2892 USD mid-market rate.
The highest point was 1.3409 USD, while the lowest was 1.2474 USD.
13 providers are currently offering transfers between the United Kingdom and Ecuador.
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Paying for your United Kingdom to Ecuador transfer
Bank transfers
Paying via a bank transfer is often the better option for sending money from the United Kingdom to Ecuador.
By using a money transfer company such as Western Union for transfers from the United Kingdom to Ecuador, you can send money and while benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get with a traditional bank.
On average, Western Union is the cheapest provider for bank transfers from the 13 we tested when sending GBP to Ecuador.
With an average fee of 0 GBP to send money from the United Kingdom to Ecuador, Western Union offers the best combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.
Debit and prepaid cards
Sending money from the United Kingdom to Ecuador with a debit or a prepaid card is easy with Wise.
Wise is a one of the better options in the market for international debit card transfers from the United Kingdom to Ecuador.
Credit cards
For credit card transfers from the United Kingdom to Ecuador, Xe is our top choice of the 13 companies offering this payment method.
Be aware of fees: using a credit card to transfer money can mean being charged for a cash advance by your card provider. We always recommend a bank transfer or debit card payment if it is a possibility.
How we analyze the market
We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Ecuador 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 Ecuador.
We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send GBP to USD.
For a deeper understanding of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we invite you to read our editorial policy document.
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