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Singapore to Malaysia money transfers compared

Compare the best deals on sending money from Singapore to Malaysia. Get insights on the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best SGD to MYR exchange rates.

Read on for the insights, analysis, and all you need to know about money transfers to Malaysia from Singapore.

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Wise was the top rated provider from Singapore to Malaysia

"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%
Revolut was the cheapest from Singapore to Malaysia

"Revolut has 50+ million customers globally. You can hold up to 36 currencies in the app and send money quickly in 70+ currencies to 160+ countries."

Fees
0.3% - 1%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 5 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 0.6%
Wise was the fastest from Singapore to Malaysia

"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%
Regency FX was the best for large transfers from Singapore to Malaysia

"Regency's UK-based account management team has vast experience. Get support on all kinds of transfers, from overseas property transactions to business payments & more."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.15% - 1.5%

Best recommended: Wise

Wise is our top pick for sending Singapore Dollar to Malaysia.

Of the 9 money transfer providers tested and reviewed, Wise scored highly for its competitive rates and fees.

Wise appeared in 95.2% of Singapore to Malaysia searches, and was the top rated company supporting SGD to MYR transfers.

Make your Singapore to Malaysia transfer using Wise for the best mix of cost and speed.

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How to send money from Singapore to Malaysia

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Singapore to Malaysia
Wise
Total number of SG - MY providers
9
Average cheapest fees & rate
Revolut
Average fastest transfer
Wise
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Revolut
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Considerations for money transfers from Singapore to Malaysia

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between Singapore and Malaysia, based on your specific needs is the best way to send money with confidence.

Our comparison includes 9 companies that provide the ability to send Singapore Dollar to Malaysia.

This ensures you get the best options for transfers to Malaysia from Singapore, based on the amount you want to send.

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Watch the Singapore Dollar-Malaysian Ringgit exchange rate
3
Choose the right payment method
4
Use providers regulated in Malaysia and Singapore
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Malaysia
7
Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to transfer money to Malaysia from Singapore: Revolut

Revolut offers a combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rates - making it the cheapest transfer service for sending Singapore Dollar to Malaysia.

Of the 9 providers compared, data shows that Revolut is 0.3% cheaper than the second-best option.

The is cost is made up of an average SGD-MYR exchange rate that is 0.07% different to the mid-market rate and an average fee of 0* SGD.

If you want to secure the best rates on a SGD to Malaysia transfer, Revolut will result in the most Malaysian Ringgit received.

*The most common fee applied to SGD-MYR by Revolut, based on data from the past six months.

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Fastest money transfers from Singapore to Malaysia: Wise.

Of the 9 money transfer companies tested, Wise offered the quickest way to send Singapore Dollars to Malaysia.

Through our comparison, we found Wise to be the fastest option to transfer money from Singapore to Malaysian Ringgit in 88.9% of instances.

Over the last six months, sending money from Singapore to Malaysia through Wise have an average fee of 21.42 SGD.

Wise was one of 9 money transfer providers we compared for overall speed of sending money from Singapore to Malaysia. This speed test included depositing Singapore Dollars to an account and the average timeframe for sending money to Malaysia.

When fast transfers are a priority, Wise is our best choice for sending from Singapore to Malaysia.

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Send large sums of money

Transferring bigger amounts of money to Malaysia from Singapore needs a strong exchange rate and effective management of the transfer.

From the
9 options we compared, Wise offers the strongest all round option for large transfers to Malaysia from Singapore.

Whatever the reason, sending large sums of money can be expensive if you get a bad exchange rate from Malaysian Ringgits to Malaysian Ringgit.

As such, we recommend Wise for large transfers between Malaysia and Singapore.

Understanding the cost of sending money from Singapore to Malaysia

Ensuring a strong combination of fees and exchange rates ensures the best deal on money transfers from Singapore to Malaysia.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Finding a provider as close to mid-market rate as possible will ensure more Malaysian Ringgit for your Singapore Dollar. The current SGD-MYR mid-market rate is 3.3147 MYR per Singapore Dollar.

  • This rate changes regularly so it can pay to track it. For comparison, the SGD-MYR mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 3.3655 MYR per Singapore Dollar, with a low of 3.2255 and a high of 3.4885.

  • Wise is currently offering the best exchange rate from the 9 companies compared.

  • Often the SGD-MYR exchange rate you pay is the biggest cost factor when transferring Singapore Dollars to Malaysia.

Fees: Money transfer fees are charged on top the exchange rate and can be set, or a percentage of the total amount of Singapore Dollar you’re sending to Malaysia. Revolut currently has the lowest fees for transfers into MYR at an average of 0 SGD over the last 6 months. We always recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

Amount Received: The amount received in Malaysian Ringgit is the biggest indicator of the total cost of sending money to Malaysia from Singapore. The bigger the amount received in Malaysia, the lower the overall cost of sending from Singapore.

Track the exchange rate for Singapore Dollar to Malaysian Ringgit

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

Mid-market Rate
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= 3.314697 MYR

Over the last six months, the average numbers are:

  • The exchange rate from SGD to MYR averaged 3.3655 MYR.

  • The highest value recorded was 3.4885 MYR, while the lowest was 3.2255 MYR.

  • 9 providers currently offer transfers between Singapore and Malaysia close to this rate

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Payment options for transfers from Singapore to
Malaysia

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the fastest and cheapest way to send money from Singapore to Malaysia.

    Using a money transfer company such as Revolut for payments from Singapore to Malaysia, means you can send via a bank transfer and benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get with a traditional bank. 


    Revolut is the best money transfer provider for bank transfers of the 9 we compared when sending SGD to Malaysia.

    With an average fee of 0 SGD to transfer money from Singapore to Malaysia, Revolut offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Prepaid and debit cards

    Sending money with a debit card from Singapore to Malaysia is easy with Wise.


    Wise is a leader in debit card money transfers from Singapore to Malaysia. They are the best option of the 9 transfer companies compared.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to credit card transfers from Singapore to Malaysia, Instarem is the top choice of the 9 companies offering this service.

    Fee alert: 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 Malaysia and Singapore.


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 Singapore to Malaysia.


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


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.