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The best way to send money from United Kingdom to Iran

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

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

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Best option: Wise

Wise is our top choice for GBP to IRR transfers.

We tested & reviewed 4 money transfer providers, and Wise scored highly in each category.

Over the last six months, Wise appeared in 94.5% of United Kingdom to Iran searches, and was the top rated company supporting money transfers between GBP and IRR.

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

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

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Kingdom to Iran
Wise
Total number of GB - IR providers
4
Average cheapest fees & rate
Wise
Average fastest transfer
MoneyGram
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Wise
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Understanding United Kingdom to Iran money transfers

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Comparing providers

Comparing providers when sending money from the United Kingdom to Iran is the easiest way to make a transfer at the best price.

We’ve compared 4 providers for sending Pound Sterling to Iran. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Iran from the United Kingdom.

We rate Wise as the best overall, but comparing gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from the United Kingdom to Iran.

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Get ahead of the Pound Sterling-Iranian Rial exchange rate
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Choosing the right payment method
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Financial regulators in United Kingdom and Iran
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Iran
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

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

Wise combines the lowest fees with the best exchange rate and from the 4 companies compared offers the cheapest transfers to Iran from the United Kingdom.

Data collected through our comparison over the past six months shows that Wise is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

The cost is made up of an average fee of 9.29* GBP and an exchange rate for buying Iranian Rial 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 Iran transfer, Wise offers value. We would still recommend searching for the amount you want to send to Iran.

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

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Fastest money transfers from United Kingdom to Iran: MoneyGram.

Of the 4 money transfer companies tested, MoneyGram offered the quickest way to send Pound Sterlings to Iran.

Through our comparison, we found MoneyGram to be the fastest option to transfer money from the United Kingdom to Iranian Rial in 41.8% of instances.

Over the last six months, sending money from the United Kingdom to Iran through MoneyGram have an average fee of 11.5 GBP.

MoneyGram was one of 4 money transfer providers we compared for overall speed of sending money from the United Kingdom to Iran. This speed test included depositing Pound Sterlings to an account and the average timeframe for sending money to Iran.

When fast transfers are a priority, MoneyGram is our best choice for sending from United Kingdom to Iran.

Transferring large sums of money

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

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

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 Iran 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 cost of transferring money from United Kingdom to Iran

The total cost of money transfers from United Kingdom to Iran is a combination of fees and exchange rates. Get the best of both, and you will be getting a good deal.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The mid-market rate for GBP-IRR is currently 53,331.9996 IRR per Pound Sterling. Providers offering services closer to this rate will ensure more Iranian Rial for your Pound Sterlings.

  • To give a historic average, over the last three months the GBP-IRR mid-market rate has been 54,678.9757 IRR per Pound Sterling, this has had a high of 56,522.4693 and a low of 52,660.5636.

  • From the 4 companies compared, Wise offers the best exchange rate on transfers to Iran and the United Kingdom.

  • Generally, the exchange rate you receive on converting GBP to IRR will be the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending Pound Sterlings to Iran.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged alongside a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is Wise at an average of 9.29 GBP per transfer over the last 6 months. In all cases, we recommend searching for your exact send amount as fees may change.

Amount Received: Money transfer companies will show you the amount eventually received in Iranian Rial. Simply, the higher the amount received in the United Kingdom, the lower the cost of sending from Iran.

Track the exchange rate for Pound Sterling to Iranian Rial

Sending money at the right time between GBP and IRR can make a huge difference to overall cost. The exchange rate impacts how much IRR you get for your GBP.

Mid-market Rate
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= 53331.999622 IRR

Over the last six months, the average numbers are:

  • The exchange rate from GBP to IRR averaged 54,678.9757 IRR.

  • The highest value recorded was 56,522.4693 IRR, while the lowest was 52,660.5636 IRR.

  • 4 providers currently offer transfers between the United Kingdom and Iran close to this rate.

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Funding your United Kingdom to
Iran transfer

  • Bank transfers

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

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


    From the 4 we tested, the cheapest provider for bank transfers from GBP to Iran is Wise.

    With an average fee of GBP8.91 to send money from the United Kingdom to Iran, Wise offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Prepaid and debit cards

    Sending money from the United Kingdom to Iran 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 Iran.

  • Credit cards

    Wise is the best money transfer company of the 4 compared for credit card transfers from the United Kingdom to Iran

    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 Iran 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 Iran.


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


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.