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Compare money transfers from United Kingdom to Germany

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

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

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Our recommendation: Wise

Wise is our top choice for GBP to EUR transfers.

We tested & reviewed 26 money transfer providers offering money transfers from the United Kingdom to Germany, and Wise scored highly.

In total, Wise appeared in 100% of United Kingdom to Germany searches, and was the top rated company supporting transfers between GBP and EUR.

For a great mix of cost, speed & features, we recommend making your United Kingdom to Germany transfer using Wise.

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

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Kingdom to Germany
Wise
Total number of GB - DE providers
26
Average cheapest fees & rate
Zing
Average fastest transfer
Paysend
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Zing
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Get the most from sending money from United Kingdom to Germany

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between the United Kingdom and Germany based on your specific transfer amount, is the easiest way to get the best price on your transfer.

We cover the entire GBP-EUR market and have compared 26 providers offering services between the United Kingdom and Germany.

This ensures you will get the most comprehensive options for sending Pound Sterling to Germany.

Whilst we rate Wise as the best overall for transfers between the two countries, comparing gives you the best idea for your specific the United Kingdom to Germany transfer needs.

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Beat the Pound Sterling-Euro exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulations across United Kingdom and Germany
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Consider minimum and maximum limits
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Receiving money in Germany
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Be ready with your ID
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money to Germany from the United Kingdom: Zing

Zing combines the lowest fees with the best exchange rate and from the 26 companies compared offers the cheapest transfers to Germany from the United Kingdom.

Data collected through our comparison over the past six months shows that Zing is 0.2% cheaper than the second-best option.

The cost is made up of an average fee of 0* GBP and an exchange rate for buying Euro with Pound Sterling that is 0.12% different to the mid-market rate.

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

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

Fastest company to send money to Germany from the United Kingdom: Paysend.

We compared 26 companies for fast transfers from Pound Sterlings to Germany and Paysend came out on top.

Through our data, Paysend was the quickest way to send money from the United Kingdom to Euro 47.6% of the time.

Sending money through Paysend to Germany from the United Kingdom has an average fee of 0 GBP.

To understand who was the fastest, we tested Paysend as part of 26 money transfer providers. Within this, we looked at the overall speed of sending money from the United Kingdom to Germany. This was made up of transfer times to Germany after Pound Sterlings were added to a money transfer account.

When fast money transfers between the United Kingdom and Germany are a priority, Paysend is our recommended choice.

Transferring large sums of money

For transfers of larger amounts of Euros to Germany picking a provider with a competitive exchange rate and hands on management can make a huge difference.

Of the
26 money transfer companies tested, Wise is the strongest option for large transfers from the United Kingdom to Germany.

Reasons for sending large sums of money vary and include business or property purchases. But whatever the reason, sending large amounts of money from the United Kingdom to Germany can become expensive through your bank or with the wrong provider.

Wise is our choice for sending large sums of money to GBP because they offer a strong all-round product.

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

When calculating the costs of money transfers between United Kingdom and Germany, opt for the best combination of fees and exchange rates:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Today, the GBP-EUR mid-market rate equals 1.2106 EUR per Pound Sterling.

  • For reference, the GBP-EUR average mid-market rate for the past three months has been 1.1898 EUR per Pound Sterling, with a high of 1.2038 and a low of 1.161.

  • The company offering the best exchange rate is Wise.

  • Often the GBP-EUR exchange rate you receive is the bigger factor than how much it costs to send Pound Sterlings to Germany.

Fees: Fees are charged on top of a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is Zing, averaging 0 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 Euro is the biggest indicator the total cost of sending money from the United Kingdom to Germany. Essentially, the more the recipient receives in Germany, the less it is costing to send from the United Kingdom.

Tracking the exchange rate for Pound Sterling to Euro

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

Mid-market Rate
1
= 1.210587 EUR

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

  • GBP to EUR saw an average 1.1898 EUR mid-market rate.

  • The highest point was 1.2038 EUR, while the lowest was 1.161 EUR.

  • 26 providers are currently offering transfers between the United Kingdom and Germany.

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Funding your United Kingdom to
Germany transfer

  • Bank transfers

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

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


    From the 26 we tested, the cheapest provider for bank transfers from GBP to Germany is Zing.

    With an average fee of GBP0 to send money from the United Kingdom to Germany, Zing offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Prepaid and debit cards

    Sending money from the United Kingdom to Germany 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 Germany.

  • Credit cards

    Xe is the best money transfer company of the 26 compared for credit card transfers from the United Kingdom to Germany

    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 Germany 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 Germany.


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


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.