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Compare ways to send money from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

Find money transfer deals for sending money from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka. Compare the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best AED to LKR exchange rates.

Read on for the best deals, expert information, and easiest ways to send money to Sri Lanka from United Arab Emirates.

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Remitly was the top rated provider from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

"Remitly focuses on sending money to friends and family in Asia, Africa and South America. Wide coverage and well-suited to regular transfers home."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 3 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 1.3%
Paysend was the cheapest from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

"Paysend has transparent fees and rates, with transfer sent within seconds to your recipient's bank. They also have global 24/7 support for any enquiries, and bank-level security."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
1 - 3%
Paysend was the fastest from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

"Paysend has transparent fees and rates, with transfer sent within seconds to your recipient's bank. They also have global 24/7 support for any enquiries, and bank-level security."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
1 - 3%
TorFx was the best for large transfers from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation advice & no max transfer limit."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

Overall best way: Remitly

Remitly is our recommended company for transferring UAE Dirham to Sri Lanka.

We tested & reviewed 8 transfer providers, and Remitly scored highly.

In the last six months, Remitly appeared in 68.4% of United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka searches, and was the top rated company supporting payments the United Arab Emirates into Sri Lank Rupee.

So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, make your United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka transfer using Remitly.

How to compare deals on your United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka transfer

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka
Remitly
Total number of AE - LK providers
8
Average cheapest fees & rate
Paysend
Average fastest transfer
Paysend
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Moneycorp

Considerations ahead of sending money from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

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Compare providers

A comparison of providers offering services between the United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka, 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 8 providers that provide services for sending UAE Dirham to Sri Lanka. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Sri Lanka from the United Arab Emirates.

Whilst we rate Remitly as the best overall, comparing gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka.

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Get ahead of the UAE Dirham-Sri Lank Rupee exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulation in Sri Lanka and United Arab Emirates
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Sri Lanka
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka: Moneycorp

The combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rate is through Moneycorp. This makes them our cheapest transfer service of the 8 compared for sending UAE Dirham to Sri Lanka.

Our data shows, over the past six months, that Moneycorp is 0.8% than the second-best option when sending via a bank transfer.

This measure includes an average fee of 0* AED and a AED-LKR exchange rate for international transfers that is 2% different to the mid-market rate.

Securing the best rates on a AED to Sri Lanka transfer can be done with Moneycorp but you can always search for your specific amount.

*The most common fee applied by Moneycorp when sending AED-LKR, based on data from the past six months.

Fastest money transfers from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka: Paysend.

Of the 8 money transfer companies tested, Paysend offered the quickest way to send UAE Dirhams to Sri Lanka.

Through our comparison, we found Paysend to be the fastest option to transfer money from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lank Rupee in 68.2% of instances.

Over the last six months, sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka through Paysend have an average fee of 0 AED.

Paysend was one of 8 money transfer providers we compared for overall speed of sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka. This speed test included depositing UAE Dirhams to an account and the average timeframe for sending money to Sri Lanka.

When fast transfers are a priority, Paysend is our best choice for sending from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka.

Transfer a large amount of money

For transferring bigger sums of money to Sri Lanka from the United Arab Emirates, opt for a provider with a competitive exchange rate and strong account management.

Remitly is the best rated company for sending large amounts of Sri Lank Rupee to Sri Lanka out of
8 companies offering the service.

Whether for a property purchase, or for business, sending large amounts of money to Sri Lanka from the United Arab Emirates has the potential to be very expensive.

Remitly is our choice for big transfers to AED because of all round price, speed and management when making large transfers.

Understanding the costs involved when transferring money from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

When calculating the costs of money transfers between United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka, opt for the best combination of fees and exchange rates:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Today, the AED-LKR mid-market rate equals 79.7629 LKR per UAE Dirham.

  • For reference, the AED-LKR average mid-market rate for the past three months has been 81.4158 LKR per UAE Dirham, with a high of 83.4483 and a low of 79.0484.

  • The company offering the best exchange rate is Paysend.

  • Often the AED-LKR exchange rate you receive is the bigger factor than how much it costs to send UAE Dirhams to Sri Lanka.

Fees: Fees are charged on top of a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is Paysend, averaging 0 AED over the last 6 months. We would recommend searching for your exact send amount to get an idea of fees.

Amount Received: The amount received in Sri Lank Rupee is the biggest indicator the total cost of sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka. Essentially, the more the recipient receives in Sri Lanka, the less it is costing to send from the United Arab Emirates.

How to find the best exchange rate for UAE Dirham to Sri Lank Rupee

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

Mid-market Rate
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= 79.762861 LKR

Let's dive into some interesting recent trends.

  • Over the past six months, the exchange rate from AED to LKR has seen some fluctuation. On average, it stood at 81.4158.

  • During this period, the highest value recorded was 83.4483, while the lowest was 79.0484.

  • Remitly, which is our recommended service to send money online from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka offers an exchange rate that is only 2.32% above the mid-market rate.

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Funding your United Arab Emirates to
Sri Lanka money transfer

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the best and easier way to send money from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka.

    By using a money transfer company such as Moneycorp for transfers from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka, you can send money via a bank transfer and benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than would be offered by a bank. 


    On average, Moneycorp is the cheapest way to send money via a bank transfer. This is of the 8 companies we tested when sending AED to Sri Lanka.

    With an average fee of 0 AED to send money from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka, Moneycorp offers a decent combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

    Sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka with a debit or a prepaid card is easy with .


    is a leading money transfer company for debit card payments, and offers transfers from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to sending money with a credit card from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka, is our top choice of the 8 companies offering this service.

    Keep on top of fees: using a credit card to transfer money can result in a fee being charged by your card issuer. Where possible, 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 Sri Lanka and United Arab Emirates.


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 Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka.


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


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.