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How to send money to United Kingdom from Libya

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

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

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Overall best way: Wise

Wise is our recommended company for LYD to GBP transfers.

Wise scored the highest of the 2 money transfer companies supporting LYD to GBP transfers.

In total, Wise appeared in 100% of Libya to United Kingdom searches.

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

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

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Libya to United Kingdom
Wise
Total number of LY - GB providers
2
Average cheapest fees & rate
Instarem
Average fastest transfer
Wise
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Wise
Best for debit card
Wise

Considerations for sending money from Libya to United Kingdom

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Compare providers

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

Our analysis included 2 providers that operate between Libya and United Kingdom.

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

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Track the Libyan Dinar-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 transfer money from Libya to United Kingdom: Wise

Wise is the cheapest way to send money to the United Kingdom from Libya out of the 2 companies compared.

Data collected over the past six months shows that Wise is 5.5% cheaper than the second-best option.

This includes an average transfer fee of 1.5* LYD an exchange rate for buying Pound Sterling with Libyan Dinars that is 0.01% different to the mid-market rate.

If you want to secure the best rates on transfers from Libya to United Kingdom, Wise will result in the most Pound Sterling received.

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

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Fastest way to transfer money to the United Kingdom from Libya: Wise.

We tested 2 companies offering transfers from Libya to the United Kingdom and Wise offered the quickest option.

Wise was the quickest way to send Libyan Dinar to Pound Sterling in 100% of searches. For fast transfers between LYD and GBP, Wise comes highly recommended.

When using Wise to send money from Libya to the United Kingdom you can expect an average fee of 5.69 LYD. Although we would recommend comparing the amount you want to send.

When testing the 'fastest' options we compared 2 money transfer providers. To test overall speed of sending money from Libya to the United Kingdom we included the timeframe for depositing Libyan Dinar to a money transfer account and average transfer times to the United Kingdom.

When sending money to United Kingdom from Libya quickly is a priority, Wise is our recommended choice.

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Transferring large sums of money

For transfers of larger amounts of Pound Sterlings to the United Kingdom picking a provider with a competitive exchange rate and hands on management can make a huge difference.

Of the
2 money transfer companies tested, Wise is the strongest option for large transfers from Libya to the United Kingdom.

Reasons for sending large sums of money vary and include business or property purchases. But whatever the reason, sending large amounts of money from Libya to the United Kingdom can become expensive through your bank or with the wrong provider.

Wise is our choice for sending large sums of money to LYD because they offer a strong all-round product.

Understanding the costs involved when transferring money to United Kingdom from Libya

When calculating the cost of sending money from Libya to the United Kingdom, a combination of fees and exchange rates ensure the best deal:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current LYD-GBP mid-market rate is 0.1629 GBP per Libyan Dinar. Finding a provider as close to this number as possible will ensure more Pound Sterling for your money.

  • As a comparison, the LYD-GBP mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 0.1601 GBP per Libyan Dinar, hitting a high of 0.1618 and a low of 0.1583.

  • Wise is currently offering the best exchange rate on transfers between Libya and the United Kingdom.

  • Often the LYD-GBP exchange rate you receive will be the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending Libyan Dinar to the United Kingdom.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged on top of a transfer. Instarem currently offers lowest fees, at an average of 1.5 LYD over the last 6 months. Although, we recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

Amount Received: The total amount received in Pound Sterling is the biggest indicator in the total cost of sending money to Libya from the United Kingdom. The higher the total amount received in the United Kingdom, the lower the cost of sending from Libya.

How to find the best exchange rate for Libyan Dinar to Pound Sterling

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

Mid-market Rate
1
= 0.162944 GBP

Let's dive into some interesting recent trends.

  • Over the past six months, the exchange rate from LYD to GBP has seen some fluctuation. On average, it stood at 0.1601.

  • During this period, the highest value recorded was 0.1618, while the lowest was 0.1583.

  • Wise, which is our recommended service to send money online from Libya to United Kingdom offers an exchange rate that is only 0.01% above the mid-market rate.

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Paying for your Libya to
United Kingdom transfer

  • Bank transfers

    Paying via a bank transfer is often the better option for sending money from Libya to the United Kingdom.

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


    On average, Wise is the cheapest provider for bank transfers from the 2 we tested when sending LYD to the United Kingdom.

    With an average fee of 8.67 LYD to send money from Libya to the United Kingdom, Wise offers the best combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

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


    Wise is a one of the better options in the market for international debit card transfers from Libya to the United Kingdom.

  • Credit cards

    For credit card transfers from Libya to the United Kingdom, is our top choice of the 2 companies offering this payment method.

    Be aware of fees: using a credit card to transfer money can mean being charged for a cash advance by your card provider. We always recommend a bank transfer or debit card payment if it is a possibility.

How we analyze the market

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


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 Libya to United Kingdom.


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