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Find the best ways to transfer money from United States to Libya

Compare the best deals on transfers from the United States to Libya. Explore the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best USD to LYD exchange rates.

Read on for the insights and in-depth analysis, and all you need to send money to Libya from United States.

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Wise was the top rated provider from United States to Libya

"Over 16 million customers use Wise, mostly for their excellent mobile app, transparent fee structure & use of mid-market rates. Now increasingly used for larger transfers."

Fees
0.1% - 2.6%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0%
Wise was the cheapest from United States to Libya

"Over 16 million customers use Wise, mostly for their excellent mobile app, transparent fee structure & use of mid-market rates. Now increasingly used for larger transfers."

Fees
0.1% - 2.6%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0%
Ria Money Transfer was the fastest from United States to Libya

"Ria Money Transfer has over 35 yeas of trusted experience. Send money online to over 190 countries, and to over 500,000 pickup locations."

Fees
$1 - $10
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
2 - 3%

Best option: Wise

Wise is our top choice for USD to LYD transfers.

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

Over the last six months, Wise appeared in 94.2% of United States to Libya searches, and was the top rated company supporting money transfers between USD and LYD.

For a great mix of cost, speed & features, transfer from United States to Libyan Dinar using Wise.

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How to compare deals on your United States to Libya transfer

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United States to Libya
Wise
Total number of US - LY providers
4
Average cheapest fees & rate
Wise
Average fastest transfer
Ria Money Transfer
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Wise
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Transfer consider from United States to Libya

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Compare available providers

A comparison of providers offering services between the United States and Libya is paramount. Based on your specific transfer amount, the best way to send money to Libya could change. Comparing ensures the best price for your needs.

For services allowing you to send US Dollar to Libya we've compared 4 providers.

This coverage of the market ensure you will get the best options for your transfer to Libya from the United States.

Overall, we rated Wise as the best, but remember comparing for your specific transfer gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from the United States to Libya.

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Getting the best US Dollar-Libyan Dinar exchange rate
3
Choose the right payment method
4
Financial regulators
5
Consider transfer limits
6
Consider how the money will be received
7
Have your ID ready
8
Tax declarations in Libya

Cheapest way to send money to Libya from the United States: Wise

Of the 4 providers compared, Wise is the cheapest option for sending money over the last six months.

The cost is a combination of an average fee of 20.99* USD and an exchange rate for converting US Dollar to Libyan Dinar that is -0.01% different to the mid-market rate.

On average, Wise is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

We would recommend Wise for low cost, affordable transfers from Libyan Dinars to Libya.

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

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Fastest company to send money to Libya from the United States: Ria Money Transfer.

We compared 4 companies for fast transfers from US Dollars to Libya and Ria Money Transfer came out on top.

Through our data, Ria Money Transfer was the quickest way to send money from the United States to Libyan Dinar 63.5% of the time.

Sending money through Ria Money Transfer to Libya from the United States has an average fee of 4 USD.

To understand who was the fastest, we tested Ria Money Transfer as part of 4 money transfer providers. Within this, we looked at the overall speed of sending money from the United States to Libya. This was made up of transfer times to Libya after US Dollars were added to a money transfer account.

When fast money transfers between the United States and Libya are a priority, Ria Money Transfer is our recommended choice.

Send large sums of money

Transferring bigger amounts of money to Libya from the United States needs a strong exchange rate and effective management of the transfer.

From the
4 options we compared, Wise offers the strongest all round option for large transfers to Libya from the United States.

Whatever the reason, sending large sums of money can be expensive if you get a bad exchange rate from Libyan Dinars to Libyan Dinar.

As such, we recommend Wise for large transfers between Libya and the United States.

Understanding the cost of transferring money from United States to Libya

The total cost of money transfers from United States to Libya 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 USD-LYD is currently 4.8899 LYD per US Dollar. Providers offering services closer to this rate will ensure more Libyan Dinar for your US Dollars.

  • To give a historic average, over the last three months the USD-LYD mid-market rate has been 4.8092 LYD per US Dollar, this has had a high of 4.8988 and a low of 4.7307.

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

  • Generally, the exchange rate you receive on converting USD to LYD will be the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending US Dollars to Libya.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged alongside a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is Wise at an average of 20.99 USD 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 Libyan Dinar. Simply, the higher the amount received in the United States, the lower the cost of sending from Libya.

Finding the best exchange rate for US Dollar to Libyan Dinar

Timing is essential for sending money between USD and LYD. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much LYD you get for your USD.

Mid-market Rate
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= 4.889891 LYD

Over the last six months, here’s what we’ve seen:

  • The exchange rate from USD to LYD averaged 4.8092 LYD.

  • The highest value recorded was 4.8988 LYD, while the lowest was 4.7307 LYD.

  • There are currently 4 providers offering transfers between the United States and Libya close to this rate

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Paying for your United States to
Libya money transfer

  • Bank transfers

    A bank transfer is often the default option for money transfers from the United States to Libya.

    By using a money transfer company such as Wise to send money from the United States to Libya, you can while benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than a bank would offer. 


    On average, Wise is the cheapest money transfer provider for bank transfers from the 4 we tested when sending USD to Libya.

    With an average fee of USD23.72 to send money from the United States to Libya, Wise offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

    Sending money from the United States to Libya with a prepaid or debit card is very easy with Wise.


    Wise is a great choice for sending money with a debit card from the United States to Libya. This is from the 4 money transfer companies compared.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to credit card money transfers from the United States to Libya, Wise emerges as our top choice of the 4 companies offering this service.

    Be careful of fees: using a credit card to transfer money internationally often results in a fee being charged by your card issuer. That's why 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 Libya and United States.


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 States to Libya.


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


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.