Best ways to send money to Hong Kong

We've compared the cheapest, fastest and safest ways to send money to Hong Kong from the United Kingdom. Take a look at our comparison table and our detailed review below.

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Comparing 16 providers for your transfer of £5000 GBP to HKD

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Speed
Total cost
Amount received when sending £5,000
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25 mins ago
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£ 33.15GBPshow more
$52,307.39HKD
25 mins ago
1 min ago
2-3days
£ 34.24GBPshow more
$52,297.82HKD
1 min ago
13 mins ago
1-3days
£ 38.83GBPshow more
$52,250.00HKD
13 mins ago
2 days ago
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£ 41.33GBPshow more
$52,224.36HKD
2 days ago
13 mins ago
1-3days
£ 50.45GBPshow more
$52,130.00HKD
13 mins ago
1 min ago
2-3days
£ 54.58GBPshow more
$52,087.37HKD
1 min ago
13 mins ago
0-2days
£ 84.74GBPshow more
$51,778.50HKD
13 mins ago
2 days ago
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£ 106.13GBPshow more
$51,561.52HKD
2 days ago
54 mins ago
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£ 104.61GBPshow more
$51,555.35HKD
54 mins ago
55 mins ago
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£ 119.81GBPshow more
$51,420.20HKD
55 mins ago
45 mins ago
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£ 122.52GBPshow more
$51,396.59HKD
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£ 122.52GBPshow more
$51,396.59HKD
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2 hrs ago
1days
£ 159.45GBPshow more
$51,027.77HKD
2 hrs ago
1 min ago
2days
£ 185.53GBPshow more
$50,772.03HKD
1 min ago
40 mins ago
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£ 256.79GBPshow more
$50,082.34HKD
40 mins ago
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How we found the best ways to send money


Our database includes 27 secure providers. For your specific transfer of £5000 from GBP to HKD, we found 16 providers that support this route and for the amount you want to send. We sort these by the cheapest total cost, displaying the freshest data available, whether via direct feed or manual collection. This process is never influenced by referral fees, ensuring you get a fair and transparent comparison every time. Learn more

Quick Verdict: The best ways to send money to Hong Kong

CategoryWinnerKey Stats
💰Cheapest CostWiseTotal Fees:
£18.49
📈Best Exchange RateWiseRate:
10.5312
Fastest TransferWiseTime:
Instant-2 Days
Customer FavouriteCurrencies DirectTrustScore:
4.9/5

You can send money to Hong Kong with a bank, or you can choose a specialist transfer provider. Often, these providers offer a faster, more efficient, and cheaper way to send money from the United Kingdom to Hong Kong.

How to Send Money to Hong Kong: Step-by-Step



The good news is that sending money to Hong Kong is easier than ever. Plus you can usually do everything with your phone or laptop - with no need to stand in line at a bank or money changer’s office. Here’s how to send money to Hong Kong in 5 simple steps:

  1. Choose a Money Transfer Service

    • Enter the amount of money you want to transfer into our comparison tool
    • Compare rates, fees, and delivery speed. You’ll see a range of options from reliable providers, so you can compare and pick the best for your specific transfer
    • Consider user reviews and security features

  2. Register with your chosen provider

  3. Enter Recipient Details

    • Add the recipient’s full name and bank details or email, depending on the method

  4. Select Amount and Currency

    • Choose how much to send and the currency (e.g. GBP to HKD)
    • Review exchange rates and fees upfront

  5. Pay for Your Transfer

    • Choose from options like bank debit, credit card, apple/google pay or bank transfer (depending on what's available from the provider)
    • Get confirmation and a tracking link if available
    • Notify your recipient if needed

You can send money from the United Kingdom to Hong Kong using your bank, a specialist money transfer service, an e-wallet, or by visiting a physical money remittance store. Each option has different pros and cons, so the best for you will depend on your specific transfer and personal requirements.

The cheapest way to send money to Hong Kong

Of the 16 providers we found for sending money to Hong Kong, here is how the top 5 stack up based on cost.

ProviderTotal CostExchange Rate
Wise
(Cheapest Option)
£18.4910.5312
GBP to HKD
Starling Bank
(Runner Up)
£33.1510.5151
GBP to HKD
XE
(Alternative)
£34.2410.4596
GBP to HKD
CurrencyFair
(Alternative)
£38.8310.4550
GBP to HKD
HSBC
(Alternative)
£41.3310.4449
GBP to HKD

Why this matters

  • The Savings: Choosing Wise saves you 238.3 GBP compared to PayPal, which is the most expensive of the providers we reviewed.
  • The "Hidden" Cost: Always check the Exchange Rate + Upfront Fee. Some providers claim "zero fees" but hide costs in the rate.
  • The Interbank Rate: The current true market rate is 10.5312.
Example: Most banks add a markup (often ~3%) to the market rate.

If the real rate is 10.5312, a bank might offer you a rate of roughly 10.84714, keeping the difference for themselves.

Finding alternative ways to transfer money to Hong Kong shouldn't be hard. Review our full list of cheap ways to send money to Hong Kong to help you with your search.

The fastest way to send money Hong Kong

Of the 16 providers we found for sending money to Hong Kong from the United Kingdom, here is how the top 5 stack up based on speed.

ProviderEstimated Time
Wise
(Fastest Option)
Instant-2 Days
Remitly
(Runner Up)
0-2 Days
Xoom
(Alternative)
0-1 Days
CurrencyFair
(Alternative)
1-3 Days
OFX
(Alternative)
1-3 Days

Speed comparison: banks vs digital providers

The fastest provider for transferring money to Hong Kong is currently Wise, taking roughly Instant-2 Days.

Why is there such a big difference in speed?

  • Banks (usually slower): Most banks use the SWIFT network. This system passes your money through several intermediaries—like taking a flight with 3 layovers. It typically takes 3-5 working days.
  • Transfer Specialists (usually faster): Companies like Wise often have their own local bank accounts in both countries. They don't "send" the money across borders; they pay out from their local reserves instantly.

If speed is your priority, avoiding traditional banks is usually the best strategy.

The best rated provider to transfer money to Hong Kong

Of the 16 providers we found for transferring money to Hong Kong, here is how the top 5 stack up based on user reviews from Trustpilot.

ProviderTrustScoreVolume
Currencies Direct
(Best Rated)
4.9 / 5
(Excellent)
18346 reviews
TorFX
(Runner Up)
4.9 / 5
(Excellent)
3515 reviews
Xoom
(Alternative)
4.7 / 5
(Excellent)
147681 reviews
Remitly
(Alternative)
4.6 / 5
(Excellent)
101184 reviews
HSBC
(Alternative)
4.5 / 5
(Excellent)
23024 reviews

How to read these reviews

When choosing a provider, don't just look at the score out of 5. You should also consider the Review Volume.

The "Trust Factor":

A provider like Currencies Direct with a score of 4.9 and 18346 reviews is generally safer than a newer company with a perfect 5.0 rating but only 10 reviews.

Exchange rate trend between GBP/HKD

As with many currencies, the GBP/HKD exchange rate moves over time, due to changes in supply and demand. Exchange rate fluctuations can be caused by underlying shifts in how well the economy in the United Kingdom or Hong Kong is doing, changes in political stability, or even simple speculation, where traders buy or sell currencies based on how they think trends are going to change.

Right now, £1 buys $10.5312

1 GBP = 10.523 HKD

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Conclusion

When it comes to choosing the best provider for sending money to Hong Kong from the United Kingdom, it really depends on what your needs are.

The cheapest provider shown in our comparison table is Wise. If the transfer time is what you're interested in, then Wise is also the fastest way to transfer money to Hong Kong. Wise can get your money to your recipient to Hong Kong in Instant-2 Days.

If safety is what interests you the most when it comes to picking the best international money transfer provider to Hong Kong, then all the providers we listed above are regulated by different financial institutions and should be safe to send money to Hong Kong with.

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