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Compare ways to send money from Bulgaria to United States

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

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

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Wise was the top rated provider from Bulgaria 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%
Revolut was the cheapest from Bulgaria to United States

"Revolut has 50+ million customers globally. You can hold up to 36 currencies in the app and send money quickly in 70+ currencies to 160+ countries."

Fees
0.3% - 1%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 5 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 0.6%
Wise was the fastest from Bulgaria 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%
OFX was the best for large transfers from Bulgaria to United States

"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%

Best choice: Wise

Wise is our recommended way to send Bulgarian Lev to USD.

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

Wise appeared in 100% of Bulgaria to the United States searches in the last 6 months, and was the top rated company out of 12 that support BGN to USD.

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

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How to get the best deal on sending money from Bulgaria to United States

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Bulgaria to United States
Wise
Total number of BG - US providers
12
Average cheapest fees & rate
Revolut
Average fastest transfer
Wise
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Revolut
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Get the most from sending money from Bulgaria to United States

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between Bulgaria 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 BGN-USD market and have compared 12 providers offering services between Bulgaria and the United States.

This ensures you will get the most comprehensive options for sending Bulgarian Lev 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 Bulgaria to the United States transfer needs.

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Beat the Bulgarian Lev-US Dollar exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulations across Bulgaria and United States
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Consider minimum and maximum limits
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Receiving money in United States
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Be ready with your ID
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to transfer money from Bulgaria to United States: Revolut

Revolut is the cheapest way to send money to the United States from Bulgaria out of the 12 companies compared.

Data collected over the past six months shows that Revolut is 0.2% cheaper than the second-best option.

This includes an average transfer fee of 0* BGN an exchange rate for buying US Dollar with Bulgarian Levs that is 0.2% different to the mid-market rate.

If you want to secure the best rates on transfers from Bulgaria to United States, Revolut will result in the most US Dollar received.

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

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

Of 12 money transfer companies offering services from Bulgaria 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 Bulgarian Lev to US Dollar 47.1% of the time. For fast transfers between BGN and USD, Wise is a great option.

When sending money from Bulgaria to the United States, Wise has an average fee of 34.26 BGN. Although we would recommend comparing the amount you want to send.

When testing the fastest options, we compared the 12 money transfer providers offering Bulgaria to the United States transfers for overall speed. This included transfer times to after depositing Bulgarian Lev to a money transfer account.

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

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Transfer a large amount of money

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

Wise is the best rated company for sending large amounts of US Dollar to the United States out of
12 companies offering the service.

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

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

Understanding the cost of money transfers from Bulgaria to United States

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

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current mid-market for BGN-USD is 0.531 USD per Bulgarian Lev.

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 Bulgarian Levs.

Over the last three months, the average BGN-USD mid-market rate has seen each Bulgarian Lev worth 0.5609 USD. Within this we see a high of 0.5694, and a low of 0.5528.

Of the 12 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 BGN to USD.

Fees: When sending money you may have to pay fees. Revolut has had an average fee of 0 BGN per transfer over the last 6 months, the lowest of the 12 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 Bulgaria.

How to get the best exchange rate for Bulgarian Lev to US Dollar

Getting the best exchange rate essential for sending money between BGN and USD. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much USD you get for your BGN.

Mid-market Rate
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Here is how the currency has performed recently.

  • Over the past six months, the mid-market from BGN to USD has been 0.5609.

  • During this period, the highest value was 0.5694, while the lowest was 0.5528.

  • Wise, which is our recommended choice to send money online from Bulgaria to United States offers an exchange rate that is only 0.03% above the mid-market rate.

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Paying for your Bulgaria to
United States money transfer

  • Bank transfers

    A bank transfer is often the default option for money transfers from Bulgaria to the United States.

    By using a money transfer company such as Revolut to send money from Bulgaria to the United States, you can while benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than a bank would offer. 


    On average, Revolut is the cheapest money transfer provider for bank transfers from the 12 we tested when sending BGN to the United States.

    With an average fee of BGN0 to send money from Bulgaria to the United States, Revolut offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

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


    Wise is a great choice for sending money with a debit card from Bulgaria to the United States. This is from the 12 money transfer companies compared.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to credit card money transfers from Bulgaria to the United States, Wise emerges as our top choice of the 12 companies offering this service.

    Be careful of fees: using a credit card to transfer money internationally 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 Bulgaria.


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 Bulgaria to United States.


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