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Compare money transfers from United Kingdom to Ethiopia

Get the best deals on transfers from the United Kingdom to Ethiopia. Find the cheapest, fastest, and best rated providers with the most competitive GBP to ETB exchange rates.

Read on for analysis and insights on the best ways to send money to Ethiopia from the United Kingdom.

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Best way to send: Wise

Wise is our top pick for sending GBP to ETB.

We tested & reviewed 13 money transfer companies offering services between the United Kingdom and Ethiopia, and Wise scored highly.

In total, Wise appeared in 98% of United Kingdom to Ethiopia searches, and was the top rated company out of 13 that support transfers into Ethiopian Birr.

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

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

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Kingdom to Ethiopia
Wise
Total number of GB - ET providers
13
Average cheapest fees & rate
Wise
Average fastest transfer
Paysend
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Wise
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Considerations ahead of sending money from United Kingdom to Ethiopia

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Compare providers

A comparison of providers offering services between the United Kingdom and Ethiopia, 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 Ethiopia. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia.

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Get ahead of the Pound Sterling-Ethiopian Birr exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulation in Ethiopia and United Kingdom
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Ethiopia
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

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

Wise combines the lowest fees with the best exchange rate and from the 13 companies compared offers the cheapest transfers to Ethiopia from the United Kingdom.

Data collected through our comparison over the past six months shows that Wise is -1.2% cheaper than the second-best option.

The cost is made up of an average fee of 306.29* GBP and an exchange rate for buying Ethiopian Birr with Pound Sterling that is 0% different to the mid-market rate.

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

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

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Fastest way to transfer money from United Kingdom to Ethiopia: Paysend

Of the 13 companies compared, Paysend currently offers the fastest money transfers to Ethiopia from the United Kingdom.

Our data shows that Paysend came up as the fastest option for sending Pound Sterling into Ethiopian Birr in 46.2% of searches. This makes them well suited to urgent GBP to ETB money transfers.

The average fee for a GBP-Ethiopian Birr 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 Ethiopia - this includes depositing Pound Sterling, transfer times, withdrawal timeframes in Ethiopia. 


When speed matters, Paysend is your best choice for sending into Ethiopia from the United Kingdom.

Need to make a large transfer?

For big transfers between the United Kingdom and Ethiopia, competitive pricing & strong customer service are key.

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 Ethiopia, it's a great provider for larger transfers for things like buying or selling property.

Understanding the cost of transferring money to Ethiopia from {countryFromName}}

Fees and exchange rates make up the total cost of sending money from Ethiopia to Ethiopia. Finding a company that can offer both ensures a good deal on your transfer.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current GBP-ETB mid-market rate is 158.6833 ETB per Pound Sterling. You will get more Ethiopian Birr for your Pound Sterlings if you find a provider close to this number.

  • For context, over the last three months the GBP-ETB mid-market rate has had a high of 158.4739, a low of 72.2646 and averaged 122.7575 ETB per Pound Sterling.

  • Across the 13 companies compared, the best exchange rate is with Wise.

  • Unless fees are unusually high, the exchange rate you receive on converting GBP to ETB will be the biggest determining factor when working out the cost of transferring Pound Sterlings to Ethiopia.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged as part of the transfer. Wise at an average of 306.29 GBP per transfer over the last 6 months, offers the lowest fees overall. We’d always recommend comparing providers for your exact send amount as fees may change.

Amount Received: Money transfer companies will show you the amount of Ethiopian Birr eventually received in Ethiopia. You can assume that a lower cost of sending from the United Kingdom will result in more money received in Ethiopia.

Tracking the exchange rate for Pound Sterling to Ethiopian Birr

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

Mid-market Rate
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Over the last six months, between the United Kingdom and Ethiopia, the average numbers are:

  • GBP to ETB saw an average 122.7575 ETB mid-market rate.

  • The highest point was 158.4739 ETB, while the lowest was 72.2646 ETB.

  • 13 providers are currently offering transfers between the United Kingdom and Ethiopia.

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Funding your United Kingdom to
Ethiopia transfer

  • Bank transfers

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

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


    From the 13 we tested, the cheapest provider for bank transfers from GBP to Ethiopia is Wise.

    With an average fee of GBP319.88 to send money from the United Kingdom to Ethiopia, Wise offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Prepaid and debit cards

    Sending money from the United Kingdom to Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia.

  • Credit cards

    Wise is the best money transfer company of the 13 compared for credit card transfers from the United Kingdom to Ethiopia

    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 Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia.


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


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.