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How to send money to United Kingdom from Uganda

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

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

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Overall best way: Regency FX

Regency FX is our recommended company for UGX to GBP transfers.

Regency FX scored the highest of the 6 money transfer companies supporting UGX to GBP transfers.

In total, Regency FX appeared in 57.1% of Uganda to United Kingdom searches.

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

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

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Uganda to United Kingdom
Regency FX
Total number of UG - GB providers
6
Average cheapest fees & rate
Regency FX
Average fastest transfer
Regency FX
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Regency FX

Considerations for sending money from Uganda to United Kingdom

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Compare providers

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

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

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

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Track the Ugand Shilling-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 Uganda: Regency FX

Regency FX offers a combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rates - making it the cheapest transfer service for sending Ugand Shilling to the United Kingdom.

Of the 6 providers compared, data shows that Regency FX is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

The is cost is made up of an average UGX-GBP exchange rate that is 0.45% different to the mid-market rate and an average fee of 0* UGX.

If you want to secure the best rates on a UGX to United Kingdom transfer, Regency FX will result in the most Pound Sterling received.

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

Fastest money transfers to United Kingdom from Uganda: Regency FX.

We tested 6 companies offering transfers from Ugand Shilling to the United Kingdom and Regency FX offered the quickest options.

Through our research, we found Regency FX to be the quickest way to send UGX into Pound Sterling in 76.2% of instances. For fast transfers between UGX and GBP, Regency FX is generally a good option.

Money transfers from Uganda to the United Kingdom through Regency FX have an average fee of 0 UGX.

To confirm that Regency FX was the 'fastest' option we compared 6 money transfer providers for overall speed of sending money from Uganda to the United Kingdom. This was made up of depositing Ugand Shilling to a money transfer account and transfer times to the United Kingdom.

When sending quickly is a priority, Regency FX is our recommended choice for sending into United Kingdom from Uganda.

Sending a large amount of money?

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

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

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

Understanding the cost of money transfers to United Kingdom from Uganda

The total cost of sending money to United Kingdom from Uganda is a mix of the mid-market, exchange rates and transfer fees.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The mid-market for UGX-GBP is 0.0002 GBP per Ugand Shilling.

Using a transfer company with an exchange rate as close to the mid-market rate as possible will result in being able to buy more Pound Sterling for your Ugand Shillings.

The UGX-GBP mid-market rate over the last three months has seen the Ugand Shilling worth an average 0.0002 GBP. Within this there has been a high of 0.0002, and a low of 0.0002.

From 6 companies compared, Regency FX offers the strongest exchange rates.

The biggest factor in the overall cost of sending money is the exchange rate you receive on converting UGX to GBP.

Fees: When sending money there may be additional fees. Regency FX offers the lowest fee of the 6 providers tested, averaging 0 UGX per transfer over the last 6 months.

Amount Received: When comparing providers, the best measure is the amount of Pound Sterling eventually received in the United Kingdom.

This number should allow you to determine if you are getting a good deal. A higher amount of money received in the United Kingdom, means a better overall cost of sending money from Uganda.

How to find the best exchange rate for Ugand Shilling to Pound Sterling

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

Mid-market Rate
1
= 0.000216 GBP

Let's dive into some interesting recent trends.

  • Over the past six months, the exchange rate from UGX to GBP has seen some fluctuation. On average, it stood at 0.0002.

  • During this period, the highest value recorded was 0.0002, while the lowest was 0.0002.

  • Regency FX, which is our recommended service to send money online from Uganda to United Kingdom offers an exchange rate that is only 0.89% above the mid-market rate.

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How to pay for money transfers between Uganda and
United Kingdom

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often fastest, cheapest and best way to send money from Uganda to the United Kingdom.

    Using a money transfer company such as Regency FX for transfers from Uganda to the United Kingdom, will mean being able to send money via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates. 


    On average, Regency FX is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 6 we compared for transfers from UGX to the United Kingdom.

    To send money from Uganda to United Kingdom, Regency FX has an average fee of 0 UGX.

  • Debit cards and prepaid options

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


    is the cheapest option for sending money with a debit card between Uganda and the United Kingdom. This is of the 6 money transfer companies offering debit card payments on this route.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to credit card money transfers from Uganda to the United Kingdom, emerges as our top choice of the 6 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. 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 Uganda.


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 Uganda to United Kingdom.


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