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The best way to send money from United Kingdom to Uruguay

Compare ways to send money from United Kingdom to Uruguay. Find the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best GBP to UYU exchange rates.

Read on for the best deals, expert information, and all you need to send money to Uruguay from United Kingdom.

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Best option: Wise

Wise is our top choice for GBP to UYU transfers.

We tested & reviewed 12 money transfer providers, and Wise scored highly in each category.

Over the last six months, Wise appeared in 100% of United Kingdom to Uruguay searches, and was the top rated company supporting money transfers between GBP and UYU.

For a great mix of cost, speed & features, transfer from United Kingdom to Peso Uruguayo using Wise.

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

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Kingdom to Uruguay
Wise
Total number of GB - UY providers
12
Average cheapest fees & rate
Revolut
Average fastest transfer
Paysend
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Revolut
Best for debit card
Instarem

Considerations ahead of sending money from United Kingdom to Uruguay

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Compare providers

A comparison of providers offering services between the United Kingdom and Uruguay, based on your specific transfer amount is the best way to send money with the confidence you’re getting the best price.

We’ve compared 12 providers that provide services for sending Pound Sterling to Uruguay. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to Uruguay from the United Kingdom.

Whilst we rate Wise as the best overall, comparing gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from the United Kingdom to Uruguay.

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Get ahead of the Pound Sterling-Peso Uruguayo exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulation in Uruguay and United Kingdom
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Uruguay
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to transfer money to Uruguay from the United Kingdom: Revolut

Revolut offers a combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rates - making it the cheapest transfer service for sending Pound Sterling to Uruguay.

Of the 12 providers compared, data shows that Revolut is 1% cheaper than the second-best option.

The is cost is made up of an average GBP-UYU exchange rate that is 0.03% different to the mid-market rate and an average fee of 0* GBP.

If you want to secure the best rates on a GBP to Uruguay transfer, Revolut will result in the most Peso Uruguayo received.

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

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Fastest way to transfer money from United Kingdom to Uruguay: Paysend

Of the 12 companies compared, Paysend currently offers the fastest money transfers to Uruguay from the United Kingdom.

Our data shows that Paysend came up as the fastest option for sending Pound Sterling into Peso Uruguayo in 100% of searches. This makes them well suited to urgent GBP to UYU money transfers.

The average fee for a GBP-Peso Uruguayo transfer through Paysend is 0 GBP.

To get the 'fastest' option we compared 12 providers for overall speed of sending money from the United Kingdom to Uruguay - this includes depositing Pound Sterling, transfer times, withdrawal timeframes in Uruguay. 


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

Need to make a large transfer?

For big transfers between the United Kingdom and Uruguay, competitive pricing & strong customer service are key.

Wise is the best option for large transfers of the
12 providers compared.

While Wise may not always be the cheapest or fastest way to send GBP from the United Kingdom to Uruguay, it's a great provider for larger transfers for things like buying or selling property.

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

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

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current GBP-UYU mid-market rate is 54.0716 UYU per Pound Sterling. Finding a provider as close to this number as possible will ensure more Peso Uruguayo for your money.

  • As a comparison, the GBP-UYU mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 51.2619 UYU per Pound Sterling, hitting a high of 51.2619 and a low of 51.2619.

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

  • Often the GBP-UYU exchange rate you receive will be the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending Pound Sterling to Uruguay.

Fees: Transfer fees are charged on top of a transfer. Revolut currently offers lowest fees, at an average of 0 GBP 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 Peso Uruguayo is the biggest indicator in the total cost of sending money to the United Kingdom from Uruguay. The higher the total amount received in Uruguay, the lower the cost of sending from the United Kingdom.

Tracking the exchange rate for Pound Sterling to Peso Uruguayo

Getting a better exchange rate between GBP and UYU can make a huge difference to the overall cost of sending money.

Mid-market Rate
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= 54.071582 UYU

Over the last six months, between the United Kingdom and Uruguay, the average numbers are:

  • GBP to UYU saw an average 51.2619 UYU mid-market rate.

  • The highest point was 51.2619 UYU, while the lowest was 51.2619 UYU.

  • 12 providers are currently offering transfers between the United Kingdom and Uruguay.

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Funding your United Kingdom to
Uruguay money transfer

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are often the best and easier way to send money from the United Kingdom to Uruguay.

    By using a money transfer company such as Revolut for transfers from the United Kingdom to Uruguay, you can send money via a bank transfer and benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than would be offered by a bank. 


    On average, Revolut is the cheapest way to send money via a bank transfer. This is of the 12 companies we tested when sending GBP to Uruguay.

    With an average fee of 0 GBP to send money from the United Kingdom to Uruguay, Revolut offers a decent combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

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


    Wise is a leading money transfer company for debit card payments, and offers transfers from the United Kingdom to Uruguay.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to sending money with a credit card from the United Kingdom to Uruguay, is our top choice of the 12 companies offering this service.

    Keep on top of fees: using a credit card to transfer money can result in a fee being charged by your card issuer. Where possible, 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 Uruguay and United Kingdom.


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 United Kingdom to Uruguay.


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


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.