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The best way to send money from United Kingdom to Guatemala

Compare ways to send money from United Kingdom to Guatemala. Find the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best GBP to GTQ exchange rates.

Read on for the best deals, expert information, and all you need to send money to Guatemala from United Kingdom.

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Best option: Wise

Wise is our top choice for GBP to GTQ transfers.

We tested & reviewed 9 money transfer providers, and Wise scored highly in each category.

Over the last six months, Wise appeared in 100% of United Kingdom to Guatemala searches, and was the top rated company supporting money transfers between GBP and GTQ.

For a great mix of cost, speed & features, transfer from United Kingdom to Quetzal using Wise.

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

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Kingdom to Guatemala
Wise
Total number of GB - GT providers
9
Average cheapest fees & rate
WorldRemit
Average fastest transfer
WorldRemit
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
WorldRemit
Best for debit card
Instarem
Best for credit card
Instarem

Considerations ahead of sending money from United Kingdom to Guatemala

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Compare providers

A comparison of providers offering services between the United Kingdom and Guatemala, 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 9 providers that provide services for sending Pound Sterling to Guatemala. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Guatemala 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 Guatemala.

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

Cheapest way to send money from the United Kingdom to Guatemala: WorldRemit

WorldRemit offers the lowest cost transfers of the 9 compared.

Data collected for transfers between the United Kingdom and Guatemala over the past six months shows that WorldRemit is 21.4% cheaper than the second-best option.

This cost combines an average exchange rate between the Pound Sterling and Quetzal that is -23.99% different to the mid-market rate and an average fee of 2.99* GBP.

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

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Fastest way to transfer money to Guatemala from the United Kingdom: WorldRemit.

Of 9 companies compared, WorldRemit offers the quickest way to send Pound Sterlings to Guatemala.

Through our data, we found WorldRemit to be the fastest option for sending money from the United Kingdom into Quetzal in 100% of occasions. For fast GBP to GTQ money transfers, WorldRemit comes highly recommended.

the United Kingdom to Guatemala transfers with WorldRemit have an average fee of 2.99 GBP.

To test that WorldRemit was the 'fastest' option we compared 9 providers. With this, we compared overall speed of sending money from the United Kingdom to Guatemala made up of depositing Pound Sterlings, to a money transfer account and transfer times to Guatemala.

When sending at speed is a priority, WorldRemit is our recommended choice for sending into Guatemala from United Kingdom.

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Send large sums of money

Transferring bigger amounts of money from the United Kingdom to Guatemala should be done with the exchange rate and management of the service in mind.

Wise offers the strongest all round option for large transfers of the
9 money transfer companies compared.

Whether for business or a property purchase, sending large amounts of money can be expensive if you get a bad exchange rate from Quetzal to Quetzal.

As such, opt for Wise for sending large sums of money to Guatemala from the United Kingdom.

Understanding the costs involved when moving money from United Kingdom to Guatemala

The total cost of money transfers to Guatemala from the United Kingdom, is a combination of exchange rates and fees. Sending with a company that can offer a good competitive rate and low (or no) fees is the best way to get a good deal.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current mid-market for GBP-GTQ is 9.7446 GTQ per Pound Sterling.

  • Using a transfer company offering an exchange rate closer to this will result in being able to buy more Quetzal for your Pound Sterlings.

  • On average for the last three months, the GBP-GTQ mid-market rate has been 9.8037 GTQ per Pound Sterling. This hit a high of 9.8037, and a low of 9.8037.

  • From the 9 companies compared, WorldRemit offers the best exchange rates.

  • The biggest factor in the overall cost of sending money is the exchange rate you receive on converting GBP to GTQ.

Fees: Some money transfers between the United Kingdom and Guatemala will be subject to fees. WorldRemit has had an average fee of 2.99 GBP per transfer over the last 6 months. Although, you should search for your send amount for actual fees as your scenario may be different.

Amount Received: Money transfer companies will show you the amount of Quetzal eventually received in Guatemala.

This number should guide you, as a higher amount of money received in Guatemala means a better overall cost of sending money from the United Kingdom.

Tracking the exchange rate for Pound Sterling to Quetzal

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

Mid-market Rate
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= 9.744591 GTQ

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

  • GBP to GTQ saw an average 9.8037 GTQ mid-market rate.

  • The highest point was 9.8037 GTQ, while the lowest was 9.8037 GTQ.

  • 9 providers are currently offering transfers between the United Kingdom and Guatemala.

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Payment methods for United Kingdom to
Guatemala transfers

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the fastest option, and normally the cheapest, for sending money from the United Kingdom to Guatemala.

    By opting for a money transfer company such as WorldRemit for transfers from the United Kingdom to Guatemala, you can send money via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates. 


    On average, WorldRemit is the cheapest provider for bank transfers from the 9 we tested when sending GBP to Guatemala.

    With an average fee of GBP2.99 to send money from the United Kingdom to Guatemala, WorldRemit offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid card payments

    Using a debit card, or prepaid option, for sending money from the United Kingdom to Guatemala is easy with Wise.


    Wise is a market leader in debit card payments for transfers from the United Kingdom to Guatemala, this is among a total of 9 money transfer companies compared.

  • Credit card transfers

    When it comes to sending money with a credit card from the United Kingdom to Guatemala, Instarem emerges as our top choice of the 9 companies offering this service.

    Fee alert: credit card money transfers often result in a cash advance fee being charged by your card issuer. We recommend bank transfer or debit card where possible.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Guatemala 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 Guatemala.


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


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.