Send Money to the UK from the USA | Money Transfer to the UK from the USA - Wise, formerly TransferWise (2024)

FAQs

How to send money from USA to UK Wise? ›

Enter the amount you'd like to send and select 'United Kingdom' as your destination. Then choose 'bank account' as the receive method. Enter your receiver's bank account details³ to make a direct money transfer to their UK account. Choose whether to pay with your credit2 or debit card, or with your bank account.

And remember, there are alternatives to a bank account for managing your money in the UK or internationally. Consider checking out the Wise account which allows you to send and receive money in over 40 currencies (including in GBP). You can also get a Wise card to spend like a local once you arrive in the UK.

Once you're all set up and have finished the verification process, you can activate your Wise account and begin holding a balance in dozens of currencies — sending your money all over the world. Or just inside the US.

Can I send money through Zelle internationally? Zelle is only available for customers with a US bank account and US registered mobile number. That means it's not an option for sending international payments to friends and family overseas. Read on for some international Zelle alternatives.

Revolut Card

These include travel insurance, airport lounge access, accommodation cashback, and more. So when it comes to comparing the Wise card vs Revolut card, the first offers more savings to use abroad, while the latter gives more convenience and extra benefits tailored to travel needs.

You can send money to anyone in the world with a phone number or email address. If they're not already using Cash App, they'll be prompted to create an account to accept the payment.

Bank Transfer

Bank transfers are usually the cheapest option when it comes to funding your international money transfer with Wise. Bank transfers can be slower than debit or credit cards, but they usually give you the best value for your money.

Can you send PayPal from the US to the UK? ›

Transfer money between PayPal accounts in seconds, no matter where you are in the world. The funds go quickly into the recipient's account and can be easily withdrawn at their convenience. See PayPal fees here.

No, you cannot use Wise as a bank account, because Wise is not a bank, it's a Money Services Business. However, with the Wise Account you'll get some features which are similar to those available from bank accounts, such as the option to hold a balance, send and receive payments, and spend with a linked card.

We're licensed to hold your money and, as part of keeping it safe, we follow strict rules set out by the regulators in the countries where we operate. As of 16 January 2024, our customers are trusting us with the equivalent of 12.9 billion GBP in their Wise accounts.

You can send GBP to: any UK bank account connected to the Faster Payments Scheme or CHAPS. You can't send to accounts that only support Bacs or cheque payments.

Frequently Asked Questions About Using Zelle in the UK

No, you can't use Zelle to send money to the UK, as Zelle is available only in the US. The payment app only allows you to send money from one US bank account to another, meaning both the sender and the recipient must have US bank accounts.

Zelle services domestic money transfers only. This means it can only be used to send and receive funds to someone who has a bank account within the United States. If you need to send an international wire transfer, visit any U.S. Bank branch.