Send money to United Arab Emirates

Transfer money to United Arab Emirates with British pounds sterling using OFX and get bank-beating foreign currency exchange rates.

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How to send money to United Arab Emirates from UK?

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 UK to United Arab Emirates 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 UK to United Arab Emirates 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.

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United Arab Emirates money transfers - FAQs

Wondering how to send money to United Arab Emirates? Use OFX to exchange your British pounds sterling for UAE dirhams, 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 United Arab Emirates from UK?
No, OFX works well for both businesses and individuals.

Can I send money from a British bank account to United Arab Emirates?
Sure. Whether you live in United Arab Emirates, or UK, register now to send money to United Arab Emirates with your British bank account.

Does OFX transfer money to all banks in United Arab Emirates?
OFX can transfer funds to almost any bank in United Arab Emirates, including, but not limited to:

Emirates NBD
National Bank of Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank
First Gulf Bank
Dubai Islamic Bank

Our customer support team will be happy to assist and make sure we can facilitate your transfer to United Arab Emirates

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.

How can OFX help you manage GBP/AED exchange rate swings?
Check out our range of ways to send money internationally and risk management strategies and stay in control of your money.

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