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How to send money to United Kingdom from Rwanda

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

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

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WorldRemit was the top rated provider from Rwanda to United Kingdom

"24/7 live chat support provided in six languages. Special first transfer rates available, with airtime topup supported to many countries in Africa, Asia and South America."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.8% - 3%
WorldRemit was the cheapest from Rwanda to United Kingdom

"24/7 live chat support provided in six languages. Special first transfer rates available, with airtime topup supported to many countries in Africa, Asia and South America."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.8% - 3%
WorldRemit was the fastest from Rwanda to United Kingdom

"24/7 live chat support provided in six languages. Special first transfer rates available, with airtime topup supported to many countries in Africa, Asia and South America."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.8% - 3%

Overall best way: WorldRemit

WorldRemit is our recommended company for RWF to GBP transfers.

WorldRemit scored the highest of the 2 money transfer companies supporting RWF to GBP transfers.

In total, WorldRemit appeared in 100% of Rwanda to United Kingdom searches.

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

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

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Rwanda to United Kingdom
WorldRemit
Total number of RW - GB providers
2
Average cheapest fees & rate
WorldRemit
Average fastest transfer
WorldRemit
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
WorldRemit

Considerations for sending money from Rwanda to United Kingdom

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Compare providers

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

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

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

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Track the Rwand Franc-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 to the United Kingdom from Rwanda: WorldRemit

WorldRemit offers the lowest cost transfers of the 2 providers we compared.

Data collected over the past six months shows that WorldRemit is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

WorldRemit offers this through a combination of an average 9,761.67* RWF fee per transfer and exchange rate between RWF-GBP that is -4.59% different to the mid-market rate

If you want the cheapest way to send Rwand Franc to the United Kingdom, WorldRemit is our recommended choice.

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

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Fastest way to transfer money from Rwanda to United Kingdom: WorldRemit

Of the 2 companies compared, WorldRemit currently offers the fastest money transfers to the United Kingdom from Rwanda.

Our data shows that WorldRemit came up as the fastest option for sending Rwand Franc into Pound Sterling in 100% of searches. This makes them well suited to urgent RWF to GBP money transfers.

The average fee for a RWF-Pound Sterling transfer through WorldRemit is 8,307.5 RWF.

To get the 'fastest' option we compared 2 providers for overall speed of sending money from Rwanda to the United Kingdom - this includes depositing Rwand Franc, transfer times, withdrawal timeframes in the United Kingdom. 


When speed matters, WorldRemit is your best choice for sending into the United Kingdom from Rwanda.

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Transfer a large amount of money

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

WorldRemit is the best rated company for sending large amounts of Pound Sterling to the United Kingdom out of
2 companies offering the service.

Whether for a property purchase, or for business, sending large amounts of money to the United Kingdom from Rwanda has the potential to be very expensive.

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

Understanding the cost of sending money from Rwanda to United Kingdom

Ensuring a strong combination of fees and exchange rates ensures the best deal on money transfers from Rwanda to the United Kingdom.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Finding a provider as close to mid-market rate as possible will ensure more Pound Sterling for your Rwand Franc. The current RWF-GBP mid-market rate is 0.0006 GBP per Rwand Franc.

  • This rate changes regularly so it can pay to track it. For comparison, the RWF-GBP mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 0.0006 GBP per Rwand Franc, with a low of 0.0006 and a high of 0.0006.

  • WorldRemit is currently offering the best exchange rate from the 2 companies compared.

  • Often the RWF-GBP exchange rate you pay is the biggest cost factor when transferring Rwand Francs to the United Kingdom.

Fees: Money transfer fees are charged on top the exchange rate and can be set, or a percentage of the total amount of Rwand Franc you’re sending to the United Kingdom. WorldRemit currently has the lowest fees for transfers into GBP at an average of 9,761.67 RWF over the last 6 months. We always recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

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

How to find the best exchange rate for Rwand Franc to Pound Sterling

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

Mid-market Rate
1
= 0.000578 GBP

Let's dive into some interesting recent trends.

  • Over the past six months, the exchange rate from RWF to GBP has seen some fluctuation. On average, it stood at 0.0006.

  • During this period, the highest value recorded was 0.0006, while the lowest was 0.0006.

  • WorldRemit, which is our recommended service to send money online from Rwanda to United Kingdom offers an exchange rate that is only -3.81% above the mid-market rate.

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Rwanda to
United Kingdom money transfer payment methods

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the best payment method for money transfers from Rwanda to the United Kingdom.

    A money transfer company like WorldRemit offer bank transfers between Rwanda and the United Kingdom with lower fees and better exchange rates than you would get from a traditional bank. 


    On average, WorldRemit is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 2 we tested when sending RWF to the United Kingdom.

    WorldRemit has an average fee of
    9,761.67 RWF for money transfersfrom Rwanda to the United Kingdom. Overall, they offer a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

    Sending money from Rwanda to the United Kingdom with a debit or a prepaid card is very simple with .


    is a leader in debit card payments for transfers from Rwanda to the United Kingdom, competing among a total of 2 active money transfer companies on this route.

  • Credit cards


    is our top choice of the 2 companies offering credit card transfers from Rwanda to the United Kingdom.

    Fee alert: using a credit card to transfer money can result in a fee being charged by your card issuer as it is considered as a cash advance. 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 United Kingdom and Rwanda.


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 Rwanda to United Kingdom.


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