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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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Companies for transfers from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

Sponsored - Online

"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.3% - 2.1%
Sponsored - Managed Service

"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%

"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%

"OFX have been helping individuals and businesses send money for over 25 years. Transfer in 50+ currencies to 170+ countries, with 24/7 phone access to currency experts."

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

"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.3% - 2.1%

"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%

"Cambridge Currencies is a boutique UK-based currency broker helping clients send funds globally. Expect personable service & competitive rates from this new industry entrant."

Fees
No fees
Transfer Speed
0-5 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.5% - 1.2%

"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%

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 53.3% 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
OFX

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.

2
Get ahead of the UAE Dirham-Sri Lank Rupee exchange rate
3
Choose the right payment method
4
Financial regulation in Sri Lanka and United Arab Emirates
5
Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Sri Lanka
7
Have your ID ready
8
Tax declarations

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

The combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rate is through OFX. 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 OFX 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 3.72% different to the mid-market rate.

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

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

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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 53.3% 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.

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Send large sums of money abroad with Currencies Direct

Transferring bigger amounts of money to Sri Lanka from the United Arab Emirates needs a strong exchange rate and effective transfer management.

From the
8 options we compared, Currencies Direct offers the strongest all-round option for large transfers to Sri Lanka from the United Arab Emirates.

Whatever the reason, sending large sums of money can be expensive if you get a bad exchange rate from Sri Lank Rupees to Sri Lank Rupee.

As such, we recommend Currencies Direct for large transfers between Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates.

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 80.5298 LKR per UAE Dirham.

  • For reference, the AED-LKR average mid-market rate for the past three months has been 80.2505 LKR per UAE Dirham, with a high of 82.9522 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
1 
=
80.529842 
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 80.2505.

  • During this period, the highest value recorded was 82.9522, 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 2.2% 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 OFX 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, OFX 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, OFX 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.