Transfer money to UK from Japan
Transfer money to UK with Japanese yen using OFX and get bank-beating foreign currency exchange rates.
How to send money to UK from Japan?
- Gather the relevant banking information of your recipient including the name on the account and bank details.
- Create a free online account with OFX, or login to get a live quote for your money transfer.
- Enter your details and those of your recipient.
- You send the money to us, and we send it to your recipient.
It’s easy and affordable to send money from Japan to UK using OFX. Even if you’re not ready to transfer funds today, you can sign up now, so your account is active and ready when a great exchange rate comes up.
When sending money from Japan to UK keep in mind that different tax regulations may apply depending on many factors including:
- how the money is going to be used.
- how much you are sending.
- the source of the funds.
- if the money has been taxed elsewhere.
For example, for tax purposes, supporting family members by paying for living expenses can sometimes be considered different from sending large sums as a gift.
Japan to UK money transfers - FAQs
Wondering how to send money to UK from Japan? Use OFX to exchange your Japanese yen for British pounds sterling, because you’re too smart for your bank. Headquartered in Sydney, with offices around the world, we provide 24-hour access to our highly skilled transfer team.
Is there any limit on how much money I can send to UK from Japan?
No, OFX works well for both businesses and individuals.
Can I send money from a Japanese bank account to UK?
Sure. Whether you live in UK, or Japan, register now to send money to UK with your Japanese bank account.
Does OFX transfer money to all banks in UK?
OFX can transfer funds to almost any bank in UK, including, but not limited to:
- Barclays
- HSBC
- Royal Bank of Scotland Group
- Lloyds Banking Group
- National Westminster Bank
- Standard Chartered plc
- Santander UK
- Standard Life
- Investec
- Clydesdale and Yorkshire Bank
Our customer support team will be happy to assist and make sure we can facilitate your transfer to UK
The OFX-factor:
You can reach our dedicated customer service agents 24/7 (including weekends and most holidays). When others are closed, we’re open - we’re here for you.
When you use OFX, you’ll get fast, efficient service, and we’ll keep you informed of where your money is along the way. For all your overseas payments, OFX is simply smarter.
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Send money from Japan to over 170 countries overseas with OFX.
- Japan to Australia
- Japan to Austria
- Japan to Azerbaijan
- Japan to Bahrain
- Japan to Belgium
- Japan to Benin
- Japan to Brunei
- Japan to Bulgaria
- Japan to Burkina Faso
- Japan to Canada
- Japan to China
- Japan to Croatia
- Japan to Cyprus
- Japan to Czech Republic
- Japan to Denmark
- Japan to Egypt
- Japan to Europe
- Japan to Fiji
- Japan to Finland
- Japan to France
- Japan to French Polynesia
- Japan to Germany
- Japan to Greece
- Japan to Hong Kong
- Japan to Hungary
- Japan to India
- Japan to Indonesia
- Japan to Ireland
- Japan to Israel
- Japan to Italy
- Japan to Kosovo
- Japan to Kuwait
- Japan to Latvia
- Japan to Lithuania
- Japan to Luxembourg
- Japan to Madagascar
- Japan to Malaysia
- Japan to Malta
- Japan to Mexico
- Japan to Montenegro
- Japan to Morocco
- Japan to Netherlands
- Japan to New Caledonia
- Japan to New Zealand
- Japan to Norway
- Japan to Oman
- Japan to Pakistan
- Japan to Papua New Guinea
- Japan to Peru
- Japan to Philippines
- Japan to Poland
- Japan to Portugal
- Japan to Samoa
- Japan to Saudi Arabia
- Japan to Senegal
- Japan to Seychelles
- Japan to Singapore
- Japan to Slovenia
- Japan to Solomon Islands
- Japan to South Africa
- Japan to South Korea
- Japan to Spain
- Japan to Sri Lanka
- Japan to Sweden
- Japan to Switzerland
- Japan to Taiwan
- Japan to Tanzania
- Japan to Thailand
- Japan to Togo
- Japan to Tonga
- Japan to Turkey
- Japan to United Arab Emirates
- Japan to United States
- Japan to Vanuatu
- Japan to Vietnam
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