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Compare ways to send money from Albania to United States

Compare the best ways to send money from Albania to the United States. Explore the fastest, cheapest, and most reliable providers with the best ALL to USD exchange rates.

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

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Wise was the top rated provider from Albania to United States

"Over 16 million customers use Wise, mostly for their excellent mobile app, transparent fee structure & use of mid-market rates. Now increasingly used for larger transfers."

Fees
0.1% - 2.6%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0%
Instarem was the cheapest from Albania to United States

"Most transfers are instant or same-day. Customers can earn rewards on every transaction."

Fees
$0 - $2
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.3% - 1.9%
Wise was the fastest from Albania to United States

"Over 16 million customers use Wise, mostly for their excellent mobile app, transparent fee structure & use of mid-market rates. Now increasingly used for larger transfers."

Fees
0.1% - 2.6%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0%

Best choice: Wise

Wise is our recommended way to send Lek to USD.

We tested & reviewed dozens of money transfer providers, and Wise scored highly.

Wise appeared in 80% of Albania to the United States searches in the last 6 months, and was the top rated company out of 5 that support ALL to USD.

So for a great blend of cost, speed & features, make your Albania to the United States transfer using Wise.

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How to to send from Albania to United States in the best way

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Albania to United States
Wise
Total number of AL - US providers
5
Average cheapest fees & rate
Instarem
Average fastest transfer
Wise
Best for bank transfers
Wise
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Get the most from sending money from Albania to United States

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between Albania and the United States based on your specific transfer amount, is the easiest way to get the best price on your transfer.

We cover the entire ALL-USD market and have compared 5 providers offering services between Albania and the United States.

This ensures you will get the most comprehensive options for sending Lek to the United States.

Whilst we rate Wise as the best overall for transfers between the two countries, comparing gives you the best idea for your specific Albania to the United States transfer needs.

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Beat the Lek-US Dollar exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
4
Financial regulations across Albania and United States
5
Consider minimum and maximum limits
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Receiving money in United States
7
Be ready with your ID
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money to the United States from Albania: Wise

Wise combines the lowest fees with the best exchange rate and from the 5 companies compared offers the cheapest transfers to the United States from Albania.

Data collected through our comparison over the past six months shows that Wise is 1% cheaper than the second-best option.

The cost is made up of an average fee of 16.43* ALL and an exchange rate for buying US Dollar with Lek that is 0% different to the mid-market rate.

If you want to secure the best rates on a Albania to United States transfer, Wise offers value. We would still recommend searching for the amount you want to send to the United States.

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

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Fastest money transfers to the United States from Albania: Wise.

Of 5 money transfer companies offering services from Albania to the United States, Wise is the quickest way to send money.

Through our comparison, we found Wise to be the fastest option for sending Lek to US Dollar 69.2% of the time. For fast transfers between ALL and USD, Wise is a great option.

When sending money from Albania to the United States, Wise has an average fee of 55.08 ALL. Although we would recommend comparing the amount you want to send.

When testing the fastest options, we compared the 5 money transfer providers offering Albania to the United States transfers for overall speed. This included transfer times to after depositing Lek to a money transfer account.

When you want the fastest way to send, Wise is our recommended choice for Albania to the United States transfers.

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Sending large sums of money?

For transferring a bigger sum of money to the United States from Albania, we’d recommend using a provider that can offer a hands-on approach.

Of the
5 companies tested, Wise is the best rated for larger transfer amounts.

Whether for a property purchase, or as a gift, sending large amounts of money to United States from Albania can be expensive.

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

Understanding the cost of money transfers from Albania to United States

The total cost of sending money to United States from Albania is made up of a combination of mid-market, exchange rates and fees.

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current mid-market for ALL-USD is 0.0106 USD per Lek.

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 US Dollar for your Leks.

Over the last three months, the average ALL-USD mid-market rate has seen each Lek worth 0.0109 USD. Within this we see a high of 0.0113, and a low of 0.0107.

Of the 5 companies compared, Wise offers the best exchange rates.

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

Fees: When sending money you may have to pay fees. Instarem has had an average fee of 16.43 ALL per transfer over the last 6 months, the lowest of the 5 providers compared. We would recommend searching to ensure you get the correct fee for your transfer amount.

Amount Received: When comparing providers, the best measure is the amount of US Dollar eventually received in the United States.

This number should be a guide for your decision if cost is important. A higher amount of money received in the United States means a better overall cost of sending money from Albania.

Track the exchange rate for Lek to US Dollar

Sending money at the right time between ALL and USD can make a huge difference to overall cost. The exchange rate impacts how much USD you get for your ALL.

Mid-market Rate
1
= 0.010579 USD

Over the last six months, the average numbers are:

  • The exchange rate from ALL to USD averaged 0.0109 USD.

  • The highest value recorded was 0.0113 USD, while the lowest was 0.0107 USD.

  • 5 providers currently offer transfers between Albania and the United States close to this rate

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How to pay for money transfers between Albania and
United States

  • Bank transfers

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

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


    On average, Wise is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 5 we compared for transfers from ALL to the United States.

    To send money from Albania to United States, Wise has an average fee of 63.53 ALL.

  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from Albania to the United States with a debit card or a prepaid card is very simple with Wise.


    Wise is the cheapest option for sending money with a debit card between Albania and the United States. This is of the 5 money transfer companies offering debit card payments on this route.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to credit card money transfers from Albania to the United States, Wise emerges as our top choice of the 5 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 States and Albania.


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 Albania to United States.


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


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.