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How to send money to United Kingdom from South Korea

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

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

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Companies for transfers from South Korea to United Kingdom

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"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%

"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%

Overall best way: OFX

OFX is our recommended company for KRW to GBP transfers.

OFX scored the highest of the 6 money transfer companies supporting KRW to GBP transfers.

In total, OFX appeared in 100% of South Korea to United Kingdom searches.

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

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How to compare companies offering money transfers from South Korea to United Kingdom

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from South Korea to United Kingdom
OFX
Total number of KR - GB providers
6
Average cheapest fees & rate
OFX
Average fastest transfer
OFX
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
OFX

Considerations for sending money from South Korea to United Kingdom

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Compare providers

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

Our analysis included 6 providers that operate between South Korea and United Kingdom.

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

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Track the Won-Pound Sterling exchange rate
3
Choose the right payment method
4
Use regulated providers
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Consider transfer limits
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How to receive money in United Kingdom
7
Have your ID ready
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Don't forget about taxes

Cheapest way to send money from South Korea to the United Kingdom: OFX

We compared 6 money transfer companies and OFX offers the cheapest transfer service between South Korea and the United Kingdom.

On average, OFX fees were 0* KRW per transfer and customers would expect an exchange rate between KRW-GBP that is -5.83% different to the mid-market rate

Against the others tested, OFX is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

To secure a cheap way to transfer KRW to the United Kingdom, OFX is our recommendation.

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

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Fastest way to send money to the United Kingdom from South Korea: OFX.

Of the 6 companies offering South Korea to the United Kingdom, OFX is the quickest.

In our comparison, we found OFX to be the fastest way to send Wons to Pound Sterling in 100% of transfers. For quick transfers between KRW and GBP, OFX comes highly recommended.

Sending money from South Korea to the United Kingdom through OFX has an average fee of 0 KRW.

To find the fastest company, we compared 6 money transfer providers for the overall speed of sending money from South Korea to the United Kingdom. This was made up of depositing Won to a money transfer account and transfer times to the United Kingdom.

When looking for the fastest money transfer, OFX is our best choice for sending into United Kingdom from South Korea.

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Sending a large amount of money?

For big transfers from South Korea to the United Kingdom, competitive pricing & strong customer service are essential.

Of the
6 providers compared, OFX is the best rated for higher transfer amounts.

Sending large amounts of money can be expensive, and while OFX may not always be the fastest or cheapest way to send money from South Korea to United Kingdom, it's a great provider for things like buying or selling property.

Understanding the cost of sending money from South Korea to United Kingdom

Ensuring a strong combination of fees and exchange rates ensures the best deal on money transfers from South Korea 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 Won. The current KRW-GBP mid-market rate is 0.0006 GBP per Won.

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

  • OFX is currently offering the best exchange rate from the 6 companies compared.

  • Often the KRW-GBP exchange rate you pay is the biggest cost factor when transferring Wons 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 Won you’re sending to the United Kingdom. OFX currently has the lowest fees for transfers into GBP at an average of 0 KRW 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 South Korea. The bigger the amount received in the United Kingdom, the lower the overall cost of sending from South Korea.

How to find the best exchange rate for Won to Pound Sterling

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

Mid-market Rate
1
= 0.00055 GBP

Let's dive into some interesting recent trends.

  • Over the past six months, the exchange rate from KRW 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.

  • OFX, which is our recommended service to send money online from South Korea to United Kingdom offers an exchange rate that is only -3.98% above the mid-market rate.

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South Korea to
United Kingdom money transfer payment methods

  • Bank transfers

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

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


    On average, OFX is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 6 we tested when sending KRW to the United Kingdom.

    OFX has an average fee of
    0 KRW for money transfersfrom South Korea to the United Kingdom. Overall, they offer a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

    Sending money from South Korea 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 South Korea to the United Kingdom, competing among a total of 6 active money transfer companies on this route.

  • Credit cards


    is our top choice of the 6 companies offering credit card transfers from South Korea 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 South Korea.


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 South Korea to United Kingdom.


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