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The best way to send money from United Kingdom to Italy

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

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

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Overall top choice: Wise

Wise is the best way to transfer Pound Sterling into Euro.

Of the 26 money transfer providers we tested and reviewed, Wise was a standout option for its combination of speed and cost.

Over the last six months, Wise appeared in 100% of searches for transfers between the United Kingdom and Italy.

When sending money from the United Kingdom to Italy, using Wise in a great option.

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How to get the best deal on your United Kingdom to Italy transfer

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Kingdom to Italy
Wise
Total number of GB - IT providers
26
Average cheapest fees & rate
TransferGo
Average fastest transfer
TransferGo
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Dahabshiil
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Considerations ahead of sending money from United Kingdom to Italy

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Compare providers

A comparison of providers offering services between the United Kingdom and Italy, 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 26 providers that provide services for sending Pound Sterling to Italy. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Italy 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 Italy.

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

Cheapest way to send money to Italy from the United Kingdom: Dahabshiil

Dahabshiil offers the cheapest combination of low fees and competitive exchange rates of the 26 providers we compared.

They offer an average fee of 0* GBP and exchange rate between GBP-EUR that is -0.29% different to the mid-market rate.

In comparison, Dahabshiil is 0.3% cheaper than the second-best option.

To secure affordable and great rates on a GBP to Italy transfer, Dahabshiil is our recommended choice.

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

Fastest way to transfer money from United Kingdom to Italy: TransferGo

Of the 26 companies compared, TransferGo currently offers the fastest money transfers to Italy from the United Kingdom.

Our data shows that TransferGo came up as the fastest option for sending Pound Sterling into Euro in 40% of searches. This makes them well suited to urgent GBP to EUR money transfers.

The average fee for a GBP-Euro transfer through TransferGo is 0 GBP.

To get the 'fastest' option we compared 26 providers for overall speed of sending money from the United Kingdom to Italy - this includes depositing Pound Sterling, transfer times, withdrawal timeframes in Italy. 


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

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Transferring large sums of money

For transfers of larger amounts of Euros to Italy 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 Italy.

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 Italy 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 sending money to Italy from United Kingdom

The cost of sending money from Italy to Italy, is made-up of a combination of fees and exchange rates:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The mid-market rate determines a mid-price for buying currency. The current mid-market rate from GBP-EUR is 1.1973 EUR per Pound Sterling.

  • Finding a provider offering an exchange as close to 1.1973 as possible will ensure more Euro received when transferring.

  • For context, the GBP-EUR mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 1.1827 EUR per Pound Sterling. This includes a high of 1.2038, and low of 1.1564.

  • Wise currently offers the best exchange rate on transfers from the United Kingdom to Italy.

For the most part the GBP-EUR exchange rate you receive is the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending GBP to Italy.

Fees: Outside of exchange rates, you may need to pay a fee to send. TransferGo currently offers the lowest fees on transfers to Italy from the United Kingdom, averaging 0 GBP over the last 6 months. Although this does include large transfers as well, we recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

Amount Received: The amount received in Euro is the amount you started with, minus the amount you paid in the exchange and fees.

The better deal you get on exchanging Pound Sterlings to EUR, paired with a low fee, means a higher total amount received in Italy.

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
= 1.197347 EUR

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

  • GBP to EUR saw an average 1.1827 EUR mid-market rate.

  • The highest point was 1.2038 EUR, while the lowest was 1.1564 EUR.

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

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Funding your United Kingdom to
Italy transfer

  • Bank transfers

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

    Using a money transfer company such as Dahabshiil for transfers from the United Kingdom to Italy, 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 Italy is Dahabshiil.

    With an average fee of GBP2.94 to send money from the United Kingdom to Italy, Dahabshiil offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Prepaid and debit cards

    Sending money from the United Kingdom to Italy 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 Italy.

  • Credit cards

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

    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 Italy 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 Italy.


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.