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Compare ways to send money from Uganda to United States

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

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

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Best choice: Moneycorp

Moneycorp is our recommended way to send Ugand Shilling to USD.

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

Moneycorp appeared in 33.3% of Uganda to the United States searches in the last 6 months, and was the top rated company out of 7 that support UGX to USD.

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

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

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Uganda to United States
Moneycorp
Total number of UG - US providers
7
Average cheapest fees & rate
Regency FX
Average fastest transfer
Regency FX
Best for bank transfers
Regency FX
Best for debit card
Instarem
Best for credit card
Wise

Get the most from sending money from Uganda to United States

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between Uganda 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 UGX-USD market and have compared 7 providers offering services between Uganda and the United States.

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

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

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Beat the Ugand Shilling-US Dollar exchange rate
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Choose the right payment method
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Financial regulations across Uganda 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 to the United States 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 States.

Of the 7 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-USD exchange rate that is 0.24% 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 States transfer, Regency FX will result in the most US Dollar received.

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

Fastest money transfers to the United States from Uganda: Regency FX.

Of 7 money transfer companies offering services from Uganda to the United States, Regency FX is the quickest way to send money.

Through our comparison, we found Regency FX to be the fastest option for sending Ugand Shilling to US Dollar 35.9% of the time. For fast transfers between UGX and USD, Regency FX is a great option.

When sending money from Uganda to the United States, Regency FX has an average fee of 0 UGX. Although we would recommend comparing the amount you want to send.

When testing the fastest options, we compared the 7 money transfer providers offering Uganda to the United States transfers for overall speed. This included transfer times to after depositing Ugand Shilling to a money transfer account.

When you want the fastest way to send, Regency FX is our recommended choice for Uganda to the United States transfers.

Sending a large amount of money?

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

Of the
7 providers compared, Moneycorp is the best rated for higher transfer amounts.

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

Understanding the cost of money transfers from Uganda to United States

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

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The current mid-market for UGX-USD is 0.0003 USD 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 US Dollar for your Ugand Shillings.

Over the last three months, the average UGX-USD mid-market rate has seen each Ugand Shilling worth 0.0003 USD. Within this we see a high of 0.0003, and a low of 0.0003.

Of the 7 companies compared, Moneycorp offers the best exchange rates.

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

Fees: When sending money you may have to pay fees. Regency FX has had an average fee of 0 UGX per transfer over the last 6 months, the lowest of the 7 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 Uganda.

Track the exchange rate for Ugand Shilling to US Dollar

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

Mid-market Rate
1
= 0.000274 USD

Over the last six months, the average numbers are:

  • The exchange rate from UGX to USD averaged 0.0003 USD.

  • The highest value recorded was 0.0003 USD, while the lowest was 0.0003 USD.

  • 7 providers currently offer transfers between Uganda and the United States close to this rate

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How to pay for money transfers between Uganda and
United States

  • Bank transfers

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

    Using a money transfer company such as Regency FX for transfers from Uganda 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, Regency FX is the cheapest provider for bank transfers of the 7 we compared for transfers from UGX to the United States.

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

  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from Uganda 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 Uganda and the United States. This is of the 7 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 States, Wise emerges as our top choice of the 7 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 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 States.


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