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Send money from United Kingdom to Egypt(GBP → EGP)
GBP
EGP|Updated recentlyMid-market 68.3917Cheapest todayof 3 providers
LemFi
Rate 68.2481 · Fee free
You send
£500
Recipient gets
E£34,124
E£200 more than the most expensive provider · 0.21% markup vs mid-market
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Quick answer: The cheapest way to send money from United Kingdom to Egypt in August 2026 is LemFi, which delivers 34,124.03 EGP on a 500 GBP transfer with a fee of zero. According to SendMoneyCompare's comparison of 3 providers updated every 6 hours, the difference between the cheapest and most expensive provider on this corridor is 202 EGP.
Last reviewed: by Awais Imran, Reviews Editor
What is the cheapest way to send GBP to EGP?
Sending £500 from United Kingdom to Egypt. Sorted by best value — most money received.
Source: SendMoneyCompare · Data updated every 6 hours from live provider APIs
#ProviderRateFeeRecipient gets
Rate 68.2481·Fee Free·0.21% markup
Best rate 52 of 145 days
↓ 4.2% over 91dAvg: 66.87 EGP (+2.1% vs avg)Range: 64.89–71.24
1
LemFiBest value
Minutes to 1 business day0.21% markup
Best rate 52 of 145 days
↓ 4.2% over 91dAvg: 66.87 EGP (+2.1% vs avg)Range: 64.89–71.24
68.2481
Free
E£34,124.03
Rate 68.1523·Fee Free·0.35% markup
↓ 4.3% over 98dAvg: 67.16 EGP (+1.5% vs avg)Range: 64.90–71.30
2
Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)0.35% markup
↓ 4.3% over 98dAvg: 67.16 EGP (+1.5% vs avg)Range: 64.90–71.30
68.1523
Free
E£34,076.16
Rate 67.8446·Fee Free·0.80% markup
Potential savings: Choosing the best provider over the most expensive saves your recipient E£201.75 on a £500 transfer.
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Sending money from United Kingdom to Egypt? Compare real-time exchange rates and fees across leading money transfer services. Find the provider that gives you the best EGP amount today.
British expats and immigrants regularly send money to Egypt. 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 EGP received from each provider after all fees and markups.
Which provider offers the best GBP to EGP rate?
LemFi
4.4Exchange rate
68.2481
Fee
Free
Recipient gets
E£34,124.03
Speed
Minutes to 1 business day
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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 United Kingdom to Egypt route.
Cheapest transfer
LemFi
Delivers the most EGP for your money
Fastest transfer
LemFi
Delivers in Minutes to 1 business day
Bank transfer
LemFi
Best rate for bank deposit to Egypt
How to send money to Egypt
Sending money to Egyptis straightforward with the right provider. Here's how it works in 3 simple steps.
Step 1
Enter your transfer details
Choose how much GBP you want to send, compare providers above, and pick the one offering the best EGP amount for your transfer to Egypt.
Step 2
Add your recipient
Enter your recipient's details in Egypt — you'll need their iban. 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 — bank deposit typically takes 1–2 business days.
What you need to send money to Egypt
Make sure you have these details from your recipient before starting your transfer.
Full name
Recipient's full name matching their Egyptian bank account or National ID
IBAN
29-character Egyptian IBAN starting with 'EG'
Example: EG380019000500000000263180002
Bank name
Name of the receiving bank (e.g. National Bank of Egypt, Banque Misr, CIB)
Note: Egypt uses the IBAN system with 29-character IBANs. Your recipient can find their IBAN on their bank statement or by contacting their branch.
Transfer examples: GBP to EGP
See how much your recipient would get for common transfer amounts.
Send £500
ProviderFeeReceives
LemFi
68.25 · Minutes to 1 business day
TapTap Send
68.15 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Regency FX
67.84 · Same day to 2 business days
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
LemFiFree68.25E£34,124Minutes to 1 business day
TapTap SendFree68.15E£34,076Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Regency FXFree67.84E£33,922Same day to 2 business days
Send £1,000
ProviderFeeReceives
LemFi
68.25 · Minutes to 1 business day
TapTap Send
68.15 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Regency FX
67.84 · Same day to 2 business days
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
LemFiFree68.25E£68,248Minutes to 1 business day
TapTap SendFree68.15E£68,152Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Regency FXFree67.84E£67,845Same day to 2 business days
Send £5,000
ProviderFeeReceives
LemFi
68.25 · Minutes to 1 business day
TapTap Send
68.15 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Regency FX
67.84 · Same day to 2 business days
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
LemFiFree68.25E£341,240Minutes to 1 business day
TapTap SendFree68.15E£340,762Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Regency FXFree67.84E£339,223Same day to 2 business days
How much does it cost to send money from United Kingdom to Egypt?
Transfer fees from United Kingdom to Egypt 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 EGP 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 (68.3917).
Ways to send money to Egypt
Choose how you want to pay for your transfer. Each payment method has different costs and speeds.
Bank deposit is the most common method for Egypt. Cash pickup through Western Union and MoneyGram has extensive coverage in both urban and rural areas.
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
Google Pay
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Convenient mobile payment — linked card fees apply
Apple Pay
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Convenient mobile payment — linked card fees apply
How can my recipient receive money in Egypt?
Your recipient in Egypt can receive money through these delivery methods. The best option depends on their location and preferences.
Bank Deposit
1–2 business days
Transfer to any Egyptian bank account via IBAN.
WiseRemitlyWorldRemitWestern Union
Cash Pickup
Minutes
Collect cash from bank branches and agent locations across Egypt.
Western UnionMoneyGramRia Money Transfer
Vodafone Cash
Minutes
Transfer to Vodafone Cash mobile wallet — growing in Egypt's mobile money landscape.
WorldRemit
What are the transfer limits and regulations for Egypt?
Important rules and requirements to know before sending money to Egypt.
Regulatory body
Central Bank of Egypt (CBE)
Inbound transfer limits
No cap on incoming remittances
Documentation you may need
- Sender's government-issued ID
- Recipient's Egyptian National ID for cash pickups
Important things to know
- The Egyptian pound (EGP) has experienced significant devaluation — exchange rates can change rapidly.
- Cash pickup amounts are subject to daily limits set by the CBE.
- Recipients can receive in USD or EGP depending on the provider and delivery method.
How long does it take to send money to Egypt?
Most transfers from United Kingdom to Egypt 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 Egypt for a small premium.
FastExpress delivery
- LemFiMinutes to 1 business day
- TapTap SendUnder 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Standard delivery
- Regency FXSame day to 2 business days
Popular banks in Egypt
These are the most commonly used banks for receiving international transfers in Egypt.
BankSWIFT/BICNotes
National Bank of Egypt (NBE)
NBEGEGCXXXX
Banque Misr
BMISEGCXXXX
Commercial International Bank (CIB)
CIABORIEGXX
QNB Alahli
QNBAEGCXXXX
Arab African International Bank
ABORIEGCXXX
GBP to EGP Exchange Rate History
Daily best exchange rates from top providers over the last 145 days. Rates shown are for sending $100.
| Date | __mid Market__ | TapTap Send | LemFi | ACE Money Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trend | ||||
| Aug 19 | 68.1500 | 68.1500 | 68.2500✓ | — |
| Aug 18 | 67.8700✓ | 67.8700✓ | 67.8300 | — |
| Aug 17 | 67.8400✓ | 67.8400✓ | 67.7900 | — |
| Aug 16 | 68.0000✓ | 68.0000✓ | 67.8300 | — |
| Aug 15 | 67.8300 | 68.0000✓ | 67.8300 | — |
| Aug 14 | 67.5600 | 67.5600 | 67.7200✓ | — |
| Aug 13 | 67.7200✓ | 67.5600 | 67.7200✓ | — |
| Aug 12 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 11 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 10 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 9 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 8 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 7 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 6 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 5 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 4 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 3 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 2 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Aug 1 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 31 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 30 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 29 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 28 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 27 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 26 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 25 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 24 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 23 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 22 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 21 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 20 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 19 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 18 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 17 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 16 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 15 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 14 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 13 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 12 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 11 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 10 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 9 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 8 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 7 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 6 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 5 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 4 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 3 | 65.2000 | 65.2000 | 65.3630✓ | — |
| Jul 2 | 64.9000✓ | 64.9000✓ | 64.8900 | — |
| Jul 1 | 65.0000✓ | 65.0000✓ | 64.9740 | — |
| Jun 30 | 64.9000 | 64.9000 | 64.9190✓ | — |
| Jun 29 | 65.2500✓ | 65.2500✓ | 65.2090 | — |
| Jun 28 | 65.2500✓ | 65.2500✓ | 65.2090 | — |
| Jun 27 | 65.2600✓ | 65.2600✓ | 65.2090 | — |
| Jun 26 | 65.1100✓ | 65.1100✓ | 65.1100✓ | — |
| Jun 25 | 65.2000✓ | 65.2000✓ | 65.0930 | — |
| Jun 24 | 65.6000✓ | 65.6000✓ | 65.4720 | — |
| Jun 23 | 65.6500 | 65.6500 | 65.7040✓ | — |
| Jun 22 | 65.8000✓ | 65.8000✓ | 65.6700 | — |
| Jun 21 | 65.9500✓ | 65.9500✓ | 65.7360 | — |
| Jun 20 | 65.9500✓ | 65.9500✓ | 65.7360 | — |
| Jun 19 | 66.0000✓ | 66.0000✓ | 65.6860 | — |
| Jun 18 | 66.7320 | 66.7500✓ | 66.7320 | — |
| Jun 17 | 69.2000✓ | 69.2000✓ | 68.2880 | — |
| Jun 16 | 69.2000✓ | 69.2000✓ | 68.2880 | — |
| Jun 15 | 69.2000✓ | 69.2000✓ | 68.2880 | — |
| Jun 14 | 69.6000 | 69.6200✓ | 69.6000 | — |
| Jun 13 | 69.6000 | 69.6200✓ | 69.6000 | — |
| Jun 12 | 69.6000 | 69.6200✓ | 69.6000 | — |
| Jun 11 | 69.2400✓ | 69.2400✓ | 68.9350 | — |
| Jun 10 | 69.2400✓ | 69.2400✓ | 68.9350 | — |
| Jun 9 | 69.3000 | 69.3000 | 69.3770✓ | — |
| Jun 8 | 68.8300 | 68.8300 | 68.8340✓ | — |
| Jun 7 | 68.9000✓ | 68.9000✓ | 68.8340 | — |
| Jun 6 | 69.4500✓ | 69.4500✓ | 68.8340 | — |
| Jun 5 | 69.4500✓ | 69.4500✓ | 69.4020 | — |
| Jun 4 | 69.5500✓ | 69.5500✓ | 69.5010 | — |
| Jun 3 | 69.6000✓ | 69.6000✓ | 69.5860 | — |
| Jun 2 | 69.9500✓ | 69.9500✓ | 69.7220 | — |
| Jun 1 | 70.0000 | 70.0000 | 70.0200✓ | — |
| May 31 | 70.0000 | 70.0000 | 70.0200✓ | — |
| May 30 | 70.0000✓ | 70.0000✓ | 69.9690 | — |
| May 29 | 70.0000✓ | 70.0000✓ | 69.8490 | — |
| May 28 | 70.0000✓ | 70.0000✓ | 69.9670 | — |
| May 27 | 70.0000 | 70.0000 | 70.0720✓ | — |
| May 26 | 70.2000✓ | 70.2000✓ | 70.0200 | — |
| May 25 | 70.8000✓ | 70.8000✓ | 69.9170 | — |
| May 24 | 70.8000✓ | 70.8000✓ | 70.7070 | — |
| May 23 | 70.8000✓ | 70.8000✓ | 70.7070 | — |
| May 22 | 70.8000✓ | 70.8000✓ | 70.7600 | — |
| May 21 | 71.3000✓ | 71.3000✓ | 71.2440 | — |
| May 20 | 71.0000✓ | 71.0000✓ | — | — |
| May 19 | 71.2000✓ | 71.2000✓ | — | — |
| May 18 | 70.8000✓ | 70.8000✓ | — | — |
| May 17 | 70.4500✓ | 70.4500✓ | — | — |
| May 16 | 69.6016 | 70.4000✓ | — | 69.6016 |
| May 15 | 70.9332 | 71.2500✓ | — | 70.9332 |
| May 14 | 70.9332 | 71.2500✓ | — | 70.9332 |
| May 13 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 12 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 11 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 10 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 9 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 8 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 7 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 6 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 5 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 4 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 3 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 2 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| May 1 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 30 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 29 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 28 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 27 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 26 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 25 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 24 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 23 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 22 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 21 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 20 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 19 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 18 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 17 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 16 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 15 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 14 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 13 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 12 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 11 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 10 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 9 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 8 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 7 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 6 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 5 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 4 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 3 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 2 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Apr 1 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Mar 31 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Mar 30 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Mar 29 | 70.9332✓ | — | — | 70.9332✓ |
| Mar 28 | 69.6292✓ | — | — | 69.6292✓ |
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about sending money from United Kingdom to Egypt
What is the cheapest way to send money from United Kingdom to Egypt?
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 United Kingdom to Egypt?
Most specialist providers deliver to Egypt 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 £500 from United Kingdom to Egypt?
Costs depend on the provider's fee and exchange rate markup. Compare all providers in our table above to see exactly how much EGP your recipient would receive from a £500 transfer today.
Can I send money from United Kingdom to Egypt online?
Yes, all the providers we compare support online transfers from United Kingdom to Egypt. 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 Egypt?
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 Egypt.
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