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Send money from France to United Kingdom(EUR → GBP)
EUR
GBP|Updated recentlyMid-market 0.8664Cheapest todayof 14 providers
Wise
Rate 0.8664 · Fee €5.76
You send
€1,000
Recipient gets
£861
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Quick answer: The cheapest way to send money from France to United Kingdom in May 2026 is Wise, which delivers 861.4 GBP on a 1,000 EUR transfer with a fee of €5.76.
Last reviewed: by Awais Imran, Reviews Editor
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Rates are typical right now
36th percentile
Based on 60 days of data (2026-03-13 to 2026-05-20)
Today's best
£86.1
TapTap Send
60-day avg
1 EUR = 0.86 GBP
Best rate
0.87
2026-04-03 · TapTap Send
Worst rate
0.86
2026-05-01 · TapTap Send
What is the cheapest way to send EUR to GBP?
Sending €1,000 from France to United Kingdom. Sorted by best value — most money received.
Source: SendMoneyCompare · Data updated every 6 hours from live provider APIs
#ProviderRateFeeRecipient gets
Rate 0.8664·Fee €5.76
↑ 0.3% over 60dAvg: 0.87 GBP (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 0.86–0.87
Rate 0.8610·Fee Free·0.62% markup
Best rate 49 of 60 days
↓ 0.1% over 54dAvg: 0.86 GBP (-0.3% vs avg)Range: 0.86–0.87
2
Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)0.62% markup
Best rate 49 of 60 days
↓ 0.1% over 54dAvg: 0.86 GBP (-0.3% vs avg)Range: 0.86–0.87
0.8610
Free
£861.02
Rate 0.8609·Fee Free·0.63% markup
↑ 0.2% over 50dAvg: 0.86 GBP (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 0.86–0.87
3
0.8609
Free
£860.94
Rate 0.8556·Fee €1.99·1.25% markup
↑ 0.4% over 60dAvg: 0.86 GBP (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 0.85–0.86
4
0.8556
€1.99
£853.86
Rate 0.8534·Fee €0.99·1.50% markup
↑ 0.3% over 55dAvg: 0.85 GBP (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 0.85–0.86
5
0.8534
€0.99
£852.55
Rate 0.8645·Fee €15.00·0.22% markup
↑ 0.3% over 56dAvg: 0.87 GBP (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 0.86–0.87
6
0.8645
€15.00
£851.52
Rate 0.8494·Fee Free·1.96% markup
↑ 0.4% over 59dAvg: 0.85 GBP (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 0.85–0.86
7
Instant to 3 business days1.96% markup
↑ 0.4% over 59dAvg: 0.85 GBP (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 0.85–0.86
0.8494
Free
£849.41
Rate 0.8663·Fee €20.00·0.01% markup
↑ 0.4% over 59dAvg: 0.87 GBP (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 0.86–0.87
8
0.8663
€20.00
£848.98
Rate 0.8493·Fee €9.99·1.97% markup
Rate up 0.6%
↑ 0.6% over 58dAvg: 0.85 GBP (+0.1% vs avg)Range: 0.81–0.86
9
Minutes to 3 days1.97% markup
Rate up 0.6%
↑ 0.6% over 58dAvg: 0.85 GBP (+0.1% vs avg)Range: 0.81–0.86
0.8493
€9.99
£840.84
Rate 0.8475·Fee €10.00·2.18% markup
Rate 0.8612·Fee €36.55·0.60% markup
↑ 0.4% over 56dAvg: 0.86 GBP (-0.3% vs avg)Range: 0.86–0.87
11
2-4 business days0.60% markup
↑ 0.4% over 56dAvg: 0.86 GBP (-0.3% vs avg)Range: 0.86–0.87
0.8612
€36.55
£829.72
Rate 0.8308·Fee €3.99·4.11% markup
↑ 0.4% over 59dAvg: 0.83 GBP (-0.1% vs avg)Range: 0.83–0.84
12
0.8308
€3.99
£827.47
Rate 0.8034·Fee €1.99·7.27% markup
↓ 1.8% over 59dAvg: 0.81 GBP (-1.8% vs avg)Range: 0.79–0.82
13
Minutes to 3 days7.27% markup
↓ 1.8% over 59dAvg: 0.81 GBP (-1.8% vs avg)Range: 0.79–0.82
0.8034
€1.99
£801.81
Rate 0.8621·Fee Free·0.50% markup
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Looking for cheap money transfers from France to United Kingdom? We compare exchange rates, fees, and delivery times from every major provider to help you save on every transfer.
French expats and immigrants regularly send money to United Kingdom. The cost difference between providers can be significant — banks typically charge 3–5% in hidden exchange rate markups, while specialist services like Wise, Remitly, and WorldRemit offer rates much closer to the mid-market rate. Our comparison shows the total GBP received from each provider after all fees and markups.
Which provider offers the best EUR to GBP rate?
Which provider is best for each transfer type?
Different providers excel at different things. Here's who's best for each use case on the France to United Kingdom route.
Cheapest transfer
Wise
Delivers the most GBP for your money
Fastest transfer
TapTap Send
Delivers in Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Cash pickup
Remitly
Widest cash pickup network
Bank transfer
Wise
Best rate for bank deposit to United Kingdom
How to send money to United Kingdom
Sending money to United Kingdom is straightforward with the right provider. Here's how it works in 3 simple steps.
Step 1
Enter your transfer details
Choose how much EUR you want to send, compare providers above, and pick the one offering the best GBP amount for your transfer to United Kingdom.
Step 2
Add your recipient
Enter your recipient's details in United Kingdom — you'll need their sort code. Most providers verify details instantly.
Step 3
Send & track your transfer
Pay using bank transfer, debit card, or credit card. Track your money in real-time until it arrives — faster payments typically takes minutes to 2 hours.
What you need to send money to United Kingdom
Make sure you have these details from your recipient before starting your transfer.
Full name
Recipient's name as it appears on their UK bank account
Sort code
6-digit sort code identifying the bank and branch (format: XX-XX-XX)
Example: 20-00-00
Account number
8-digit UK bank account number
Example: 12345678
IBAN
Optional22-character UK IBAN (some providers accept sort code + account number instead)
Example: GB29NWBK60161331926819
Note: Most providers accept the UK sort code and account number combination. IBAN is optional for domestic UK transfers but may be needed for SWIFT-routed international transfers. Faster Payments delivers to most UK bank accounts within hours.
Transfer examples: EUR to GBP
See how much your recipient would get for common transfer amounts.
Send €500
ProviderFeeReceives
Wise
0.87 · 2 min
Monese
0.87 · 1-3 business days
TapTap Send
0.86 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
InstaReM
0.86 · 1-3 business days
Remitly
0.86 · Minutes to 3-5 days
WorldRemit
0.85 · Minutes to 3 days
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
Wise€1.450.87£4322 min
Monese€3.000.87£4311-3 business days
TapTap SendFree0.86£431Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
InstaReMFree0.86£4301-3 business days
Remitly€1.990.86£426Minutes to 3-5 days
WorldRemit€0.990.85£426Minutes to 3 days
Send €1,000
ProviderFeeReceives
Wise
0.87 · 2 min
TapTap Send
0.86 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
InstaReM
0.86 · 1-3 business days
Remitly
0.86 · Minutes to 3-5 days
WorldRemit
0.85 · Minutes to 3 days
Commerzbank
0.86 · 1-3 business days
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
Wise€5.760.87£8612 min
TapTap SendFree0.86£861Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
InstaReMFree0.86£8611-3 business days
Remitly€1.990.86£854Minutes to 3-5 days
WorldRemit€0.990.85£853Minutes to 3 days
Commerzbank€15.000.86£8521-3 business days
Send €5,000
ProviderFeeReceives
Wise
0.87 · 2 min
Monese
0.87 · 1-3 business days
Commerzbank
0.86 · 1-3 business days
TapTap Send
0.86 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
InstaReM
0.86 · 1-3 business days
Remitly
0.86 · Minutes to 3-5 days
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
Wise€1.450.87£4,3312 min
Monese€3.000.87£4,3291-3 business days
Commerzbank€12.500.86£4,3121-3 business days
TapTap SendFree0.86£4,305Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
InstaReMFree0.86£4,3011-3 business days
Remitly€1.990.86£4,276Minutes to 3-5 days
How much does it cost to send money from France to United Kingdom?
Transfer fees from France to United Kingdom vary by provider. Specialist services charge €0–10 per transfer, while banks charge €25–50 plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. The exchange rate markup is usually the bigger cost — always compare the total GBP your recipient receives, not just the advertised fee.
Understanding the total cost
The true cost of a money transfer has two components:
Transfer fee
The upfront charge — typically €0–€10 with specialist providers.
Exchange rate markup
The hidden cost — the difference between the provider's rate and the mid-market rate (0.8664).
Ways to send money to United Kingdom
Choose how you want to pay for your transfer. Each payment method has different costs and speeds.
Faster Payments is the default delivery method for UK bank transfers — it's free and near-instant. Almost all UK bank accounts are enrolled in the Faster Payments scheme.
Bank Transfer
Low costSpeed: 1–3 business days
Usually the cheapest option — lowest fees and no card processing charges
Debit Card
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Fast and convenient — small card processing fee applies
Credit Card
Higher costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Fastest option but highest fees — card issuer may charge cash advance fee
Apple Pay
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Convenient mobile payment — linked card fees apply
Google Pay
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Convenient mobile payment — linked card fees apply
Cash
Medium costSpeed: Varies
Pay cash at an agent location — available at select providers
How can my recipient receive money in United Kingdom?
Your recipient in United Kingdom can receive money through these delivery methods. The best option depends on their location and preferences.
Faster Payments
Minutes to 2 hours
UK's instant payment system — delivers to virtually all UK bank accounts 24/7. The standard for most transfers.
WiseRemitlyWorldRemitOFX
BACS Transfer
1–3 business days
Standard bank transfer processed in daily batches. Slower but sometimes used for larger amounts.
OFXXE
Cash Pickup
Minutes
Collect cash from Post Office branches and other agent locations across the UK.
Western UnionMoneyGram
What are the transfer limits and regulations for United Kingdom?
Important rules and requirements to know before sending money to United Kingdom.
Regulatory body
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Inbound transfer limits
No restriction on receiving international transfers in the UK
Documentation you may need
- Sender's government-issued ID
- Proof of source of funds for large transfers
Important things to know
- The FCA regulates all money transfer providers operating in the UK, providing consumer protection.
- No tax is due on receiving money transfers in the UK (it's not income), though HMRC rules apply to gifts over £325,000 for inheritance tax purposes.
- Post-Brexit, SEPA transfers from Europe to UK may incur additional fees depending on the sender's bank.
How long does it take to send money to United Kingdom?
Most transfers from France to United Kingdom arrive within 1–2 business days with specialist providers. Bank wires take 3–5 business days. Some providers offer instant or same-day delivery to United Kingdom for a small premium.
FastExpress delivery
- TapTap SendUnder 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
- RemitlyMinutes to 3-5 days
- WorldRemitMinutes to 3 days
- SkrillInstant to 3 business days
- MoneyGramMinutes to 3 days
Standard delivery
- Wise2 min
- InstaReM1-3 business days
- Commerzbank1-3 business days
- Monese1-3 business days
- OFX1-3 business days
Popular banks in United Kingdom
These are the most commonly used banks for receiving international transfers in United Kingdom.
BankSWIFT/BICNotes
HSBC
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Barclays
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Lloyds Bank
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NatWest
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Santander UK
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Monzo
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Starling Bank
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EUR to GBP Exchange Rate History
Daily best exchange rates from top providers over the last 60 days. Rates shown are for sending $100.
| Date | Remitly | Wise | __mid Market__ | Monese | Xoom (PayPal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trend | |||||
| May 20 | 0.8558 | 0.8664✓ | 0.8558 | 0.8663 | 0.7918 |
| May 19 | 0.8568 | 0.8675✓ | 0.8568 | 0.8672 | 0.7931 |
| May 18 | 0.8622 | 0.8727✓ | 0.8622 | 0.8723 | 0.7978 |
| May 17 | 0.8615 | 0.8726✓ | 0.8615 | 0.8718 | 0.7977 |
| May 16 | 0.8615 | 0.8726✓ | 0.8615 | 0.8718 | 0.7977 |
| May 15 | 0.8610 | 0.8715✓ | 0.8610 | 0.8713 | 0.7962 |
| May 14 | 0.8555 | 0.8662✓ | 0.8555 | 0.8658 | 0.7922 |
| May 13 | 0.8564 | 0.8671✓ | 0.8564 | 0.8668 | 0.7927 |
| May 12 | 0.8554 | 0.8656✓ | 0.8554 | 0.8656✓ | 0.7910 |
| May 11 | 0.8549 | 0.8653✓ | 0.8549 | 0.8651 | 0.7892 |
| May 10 | 0.8538 | 0.8647✓ | 0.8538 | 0.8639 | 0.7905 |
| May 9 | 0.8538 | 0.8647✓ | 0.8538 | 0.8639 | 0.7905 |
| May 8 | 0.8547 | 0.8652✓ | 0.8547 | 0.8651 | 0.7904 |
| May 7 | 0.8533 | 0.8643✓ | 0.8533 | 0.8641 | 0.7902 |
| May 6 | 0.8531 | 0.8636✓ | 0.8531 | 0.8633 | 0.7896 |
| May 5 | 0.8533 | 0.8641✓ | 0.8533 | 0.8639 | 0.7901 |
| May 4 | 0.8602 | 0.8632✓ | 0.8602 | — | — |
| May 3 | 0.8527 | 0.8637✓ | 0.8527 | 0.8624 | 0.8064 |
| May 2 | 0.8527 | 0.8637✓ | 0.8527 | 0.8624 | 0.8064 |
| May 1 | 0.8517 | 0.8623✓ | 0.8517 | 0.8621 | 0.8056 |
| Apr 30 | 0.8554 | 0.8659✓ | 0.8554 | 0.8659✓ | 0.8092 |
| Apr 29 | 0.8558 | 0.8665✓ | 0.8558 | 0.8662 | 0.8095 |
| Apr 28 | 0.8554 | 0.8661✓ | 0.8554 | 0.8660 | 0.8091 |
| Apr 27 | 0.8557 | 0.8663✓ | 0.8557 | 0.8660 | 0.8087 |
| Apr 26 | 0.8553 | 0.8661✓ | 0.8553 | 0.8652 | 0.8088 |
| Apr 25 | 0.8553 | 0.8661✓ | 0.8553 | 0.8652 | 0.8088 |
| Apr 24 | 0.8570 | 0.8677✓ | 0.8570 | 0.8675 | 0.8104 |
| Apr 23 | 0.8566 | 0.8673✓ | 0.8566 | 0.8665 | 0.8122 |
| Apr 22 | 0.8587 | 0.8694✓ | 0.8587 | 0.8693 | 0.8126 |
| Apr 21 | 0.8605 | 0.8711✓ | 0.8605 | 0.8709 | 0.8135 |
| Apr 20 | 0.8604 | 0.8711✓ | 0.8604 | 0.8708 | 0.8131 |
| Apr 19 | 0.8595 | 0.8702✓ | 0.8595 | 0.8695 | 0.8131 |
| Apr 18 | 0.8595 | 0.8702✓ | 0.8595 | 0.8695 | 0.8131 |
| Apr 17 | 0.8605 | 0.8712✓ | 0.8605 | 0.8711 | 0.8135 |
| Apr 16 | 0.8602 | 0.8698✓ | 0.8602 | 0.8697 | 0.8129 |
| Apr 15 | 0.8602 | 0.8691✓ | 0.8602 | 0.8688 | 0.8123 |
| Apr 14 | 0.8602 | 0.8710✓ | 0.8602 | 0.8706 | 0.8134 |
| Apr 13 | 0.8602 | 0.8719✓ | 0.8602 | 0.8712 | 0.8130 |
| Apr 12 | 0.8602 | 0.8711✓ | 0.8602 | 0.8696 | 0.8134 |
| Apr 11 | 0.8602 | 0.8711✓ | 0.8602 | 0.8696 | 0.8134 |
| Apr 10 | 0.8602 | 0.8708✓ | 0.8602 | 0.8706 | 0.8137 |
| Apr 9 | 0.8602 | 0.8706✓ | 0.8602 | 0.8703 | 0.8133 |
| Apr 8 | 0.8602 | 0.8710✓ | 0.8602 | 0.8710✓ | 0.8151 |
| Apr 7 | 0.8616 | 0.8721✓ | 0.8616 | 0.8717 | 0.8144 |
| Apr 6 | 0.8619 | 0.8723✓ | 0.8619 | 0.8720 | 0.8150 |
| Apr 5 | 0.8624 | 0.8728✓ | 0.8624 | 0.8721 | 0.8153 |
| Apr 4 | 0.8624 | 0.8728✓ | 0.8624 | 0.8721 | 0.8153 |
| Apr 3 | 0.8626 | 0.8728✓ | 0.8626 | 0.8728✓ | 0.8147 |
| Apr 2 | 0.8620 | 0.8724✓ | 0.8620 | 0.8721 | 0.8146 |
| Apr 1 | 0.8605 | 0.8708✓ | 0.8605 | 0.8708✓ | 0.8155 |
| Mar 31 | 0.8614 | 0.8726✓ | 0.8614 | 0.8716 | 0.8108 |
| Mar 30 | 0.8586 | 0.8693✓ | 0.8586 | 0.8690 | 0.8114 |
| Mar 29 | 0.8583 | 0.8679 | 0.8583 | 0.8687✓ | 0.8119 |
| Mar 28 | 0.8570 | 0.8677✓ | 0.8570 | 0.8674 | 0.8082 |
| Mar 18 | 0.8532 | 0.8636 | 0.8637✓ | 0.8635 | 0.8070 |
| Mar 17 | 0.8534 | 0.8639✓ | 0.8639✓ | 0.8636 | 0.8070 |
| Mar 16 | 0.8535 | 0.8638 | 0.8640✓ | 0.8637 | 0.8069 |
| Mar 15 | 0.8523 | 0.8634✓ | 0.8634✓ | 0.8632 | 0.8063 |
| Mar 14 | 0.8525 | 0.8634✓ | 0.8634✓ | 0.8632 | 0.8063 |
| Mar 13 | 0.8525 | 0.8634✓ | 0.8634✓ | 0.8632 | 0.8063 |
Common questions about sending money from France to United Kingdom
What is the cheapest way to send money from France to United Kingdom?
The cheapest option changes daily based on exchange rates. Use our comparison table above to see today's rates from every provider. Specialist services like Wise, Remitly, and OFX consistently offer better value than banks.
How long does it take to send money from France to United Kingdom?
Most specialist providers deliver to United Kingdom within 1–2 business days. Some offer instant delivery for certain payment methods. Bank wires typically take 3–5 business days.
How much does it cost to send €1,000 from France to United Kingdom?
Costs depend on the provider's fee and exchange rate markup. Compare all providers in our table above to see exactly how much GBP your recipient would receive from a €1,000 transfer today.
Can I send money from France to United Kingdom online?
Yes, all the providers we compare support online transfers from France to United Kingdom. Most also offer mobile apps. You can typically pay by bank transfer, debit card, or credit card.
Is it better to use a bank or a money transfer service to send money to United Kingdom?
Money transfer services are almost always cheaper. Banks typically charge €25–50 per wire plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. Specialist providers charge €0–10 with markups under 1%, saving you significantly on every transfer to United Kingdom.
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