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Compare ways to send money from Singapore to United States

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

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

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Wise was the top rated provider from Singapore 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 Singapore 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 Singapore 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 Singapore Dollar to USD.

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

Wise appeared in 97.2% of Singapore to the United States searches in the last 6 months, and was the top rated company out of 17 that support SGD to USD.

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

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How to send money from Singapore to United States

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Singapore to United States
Wise
Total number of SG - US providers
17
Average cheapest fees & rate
Instarem
Average fastest transfer
Wise
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Instarem
Best for debit card
Wise
Best for credit card
Wise

Get the most from sending money from Singapore to United States

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between Singapore 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 SGD-USD market and have compared 17 providers offering services between Singapore and the United States.

This ensures you will get the most comprehensive options for sending Singapore Dollar 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 Singapore to the United States transfer needs.

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Beat the Singapore Dollar-US Dollar exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulations across Singapore and United States
5
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 to the United States from Singapore: Instarem

Instarem offers a combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rates - making it the cheapest transfer service for sending Singapore Dollar to the United States.

Of the 17 providers compared, data shows that Instarem is 0.2% cheaper than the second-best option.

The is cost is made up of an average SGD-USD exchange rate that is 0% different to the mid-market rate and an average fee of 16.25* SGD.

If you want to secure the best rates on a SGD to United States transfer, Instarem will result in the most US Dollar received.

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

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

Of 17 money transfer companies offering services from Singapore 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 Singapore Dollar to US Dollar 83.3% of the time. For fast transfers between SGD and USD, Wise is a great option.

When sending money from Singapore to the United States, Wise has an average fee of 17.29 SGD. Although we would recommend comparing the amount you want to send.

When testing the fastest options, we compared the 17 money transfer providers offering Singapore to the United States transfers for overall speed. This included transfer times to after depositing Singapore Dollar to a money transfer account.

When you want the fastest way to send, Wise is our recommended choice for Singapore 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 Singapore, 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
17 companies offering the service.

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

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

Understanding the cost of money transfers from Singapore to United States

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

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current mid-market for SGD-USD is 0.7346 USD per Singapore Dollar.

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 Singapore Dollars.

Over the last three months, the average SGD-USD mid-market rate has seen each Singapore Dollar worth 0.7519 USD. Within this we see a high of 0.7811, and a low of 0.7367.

Of the 17 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 SGD to USD.

Fees: When sending money you may have to pay fees. Instarem has had an average fee of 16.25 SGD per transfer over the last 6 months, the lowest of the 17 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 Singapore.

Track the exchange rate for Singapore Dollar to US Dollar

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

Mid-market Rate
1
= 0.734605 USD

Over the last six months, the average numbers are:

  • The exchange rate from SGD to USD averaged 0.7519 USD.

  • The highest value recorded was 0.7811 USD, while the lowest was 0.7367 USD.

  • 17 providers currently offer transfers between Singapore and the United States close to this rate

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How to pay for money transfers between Singapore and
United States

  • Bank transfers

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

    Using a money transfer company such as Instarem for transfers from Singapore 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, Instarem is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 17 we compared for transfers from SGD to the United States.

    To send money from Singapore to United States, Instarem has an average fee of 39.32 SGD.

  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from Singapore 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 Singapore and the United States. This is of the 17 money transfer companies offering debit card payments on this route.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to credit card money transfers from Singapore to the United States, Instarem emerges as our top choice of the 17 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 Singapore.


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 Singapore to United States.


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