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How to send money to United Kingdom from Ethiopia

Get the best deals when you transfer from Ethiopia to the United Kingdom. Find the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best ETB to GBP exchange rates.

Read on for analysis on the best ways to send money to United Kingdom from Ethiopia.

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Overall best way: Payoneer

Payoneer is our recommended company for ETB to GBP transfers.

Payoneer scored the highest of the 3 money transfer companies supporting ETB to GBP transfers.

In total, Payoneer appeared in 50% of Ethiopia to United Kingdom searches.

For a great mix of cost, speed & features, we advise using Payoneer for your Ethiopia to United Kingdom transfer.

How to compare companies offering money transfers from Ethiopia to United Kingdom

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Ethiopia to United Kingdom
Payoneer
Total number of ET - GB providers
3
Average cheapest fees & rate
Wise
Average fastest transfer
Payoneer
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Wise
Best for debit card
Wise

Considerations for sending money from Ethiopia to United Kingdom

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Compare providers

Always compare ways to send money from Ethiopia to the United Kingdom to get the best options for fees, speed, and reliability.

Our analysis included 3 providers that operate between Ethiopia and United Kingdom.

Through this, you get a comprehensive view of all the options you have in Ethiopia when you need to send money to the United Kingdom.

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Track the Ethiopian Birr-Pound Sterling exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Use regulated providers
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Consider transfer limits
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How to receive money in United Kingdom
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Have your ID ready
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Don't forget about taxes

Cheapest way to send money to the United Kingdom from Ethiopia: Wise

Wise combines the lowest fees with the best exchange rate and from the 3 companies compared offers the cheapest transfers to the United Kingdom from Ethiopia.

Data collected through our comparison over the past six months shows that Wise is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

The cost is made up of an average fee of 0.61* ETB and an exchange rate for buying Pound Sterling with Ethiopian Birr that is 0% different to the mid-market rate.

If you want to secure the best rates on a Ethiopia to United Kingdom transfer, Wise offers value. We would still recommend searching for the amount you want to send to the United Kingdom.

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

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Fastest money transfers to the United Kingdom from Ethiopia: Payoneer.

Of 3 money transfer companies offering services from Ethiopia to the United Kingdom, Payoneer is the quickest way to send money.

Through our comparison, we found Payoneer to be the fastest option for sending Ethiopian Birr to Pound Sterling 50% of the time. For fast transfers between ETB and GBP, Payoneer is a great option.

When sending money from Ethiopia to the United Kingdom, Payoneer has an average fee of 0 ETB. Although we would recommend comparing the amount you want to send.

When testing the fastest options, we compared the 3 money transfer providers offering Ethiopia to the United Kingdom transfers for overall speed. This included transfer times to after depositing Ethiopian Birr to a money transfer account.

When you want the fastest way to send, Payoneer is our recommended choice for Ethiopia to the United Kingdom transfers.

Sending large sums of money?

For transferring a bigger sum of money to the United Kingdom from Ethiopia, we’d recommend using a provider that can offer a hands-on approach.

Of the
3 companies tested, Payoneer is the best rated for larger transfer amounts.

Whether for a property purchase, or as a gift, sending large amounts of money to United Kingdom from Ethiopia can be expensive.

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

Understanding the cost of moving money from Ethiopia to United Kingdom

The total cost of sending money to the United Kingdom from Ethiopia, is made-up of a combination of fees and exchange rates. Sending with a company that can offer a good deal on both ensures a good deal on your transfer.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Currently, the mid-market for ETB-GBP is 0.0063 GBP per Ethiopian Birr.

  • Finding a company offering an exchange rate closer to this will mean more Pound Sterling for your Ethiopian Birr.

  • The average ETB-GBP mid-market rate for the last three months has been 0.0093 GBP per Ethiopian Birr. This includes a high of 0.0138, and low of 0.0063.

  • Out of the 3 companies compared, Equals Money offers the best exchange rates.

  • The exchange rate you receive on converting ETB to GBP should be the biggest determining cost factor when transferring Ethiopian Birr to the United Kingdom.

Fees: Transfer fees may have to be paid alongside the transfer, either as a set fee or a percentage of the transfer. Wise, with a fee average of 0.61 ETB per transfer over the last 6 months, offers the lowest fees overall. Although, you should search for your send amount for actual fees.

Amount Received: Money transfer companies will show you the amount of Pound Sterling eventually received in the United Kingdom.

A lower cost of sending from Ethiopia will result in more money received in the United Kingdom.

How to find the best exchange rate for Ethiopian Birr to Pound Sterling

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

Mid-market Rate
1
= 0.006302 GBP

Let's dive into some interesting recent trends.

  • Over the past six months, the exchange rate from ETB to GBP has seen some fluctuation. On average, it stood at 0.0093.

  • During this period, the highest value recorded was 0.0138, while the lowest was 0.0063.

  • Payoneer, which is our recommended service to send money online from Ethiopia to United Kingdom offers an exchange rate that is only 1.35% above the mid-market rate.

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Payment options for Ethiopia to
United Kingdom money transfers

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are usually the best and easiest way to send money from Ethiopia to the United Kingdom.

    By using a money transfer company such as Wise for transfers from Ethiopia to the United Kingdom, you can send money via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get from a traditional bank.


    Wise is the cheapest money transfer company for bank transfers from the 3 we compared for transfers from ETB into the United Kingdom.

    With an average fee of 0.61 ETB to send money from Ethiopia to the United Kingdom, Wise offers a strong combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from Ethiopia to the United Kingdom with a debit or a prepaid card is available through Wise.


    Wise is a one of the cheaper options for debit card payments for transfers from Ethiopia to the United Kingdom. This cost is against a total of 3 money transfer companies offering this option.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to international credit card transfers from Ethiopia to the United Kingdom, emerges as our top choice of the 3 companies offering this service.

    Be aware of fees: using a credit card to transfer money often results in a fee being charged by your card issuer. Where possible, we recommend a bank transfer or debit card payment.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between United Kingdom and Ethiopia.


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 Ethiopia to United Kingdom.


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


For a deeper understanding of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we invite you to read our editorial policy document.

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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.
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