Best ways to send money to Turkey

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

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Comparing 11 providers for your transfer of £5000 GBP to TRY

Provider
Trustpilot
Speed
Total cost
Amount received when sending £5,000
Go to provider
21 hrs ago
Varies
£ 24.63GBPshow more
₺287,717.98TRY
21 hrs ago
1 min ago
2-3days
£ 30.18GBPshow more
₺287,407.64TRY
1 min ago
22 hrs ago
Varies
£ 71.14GBPshow more
₺285,086.14TRY
22 hrs ago
1 min ago
0-2days
£ 86.06GBPshow more
₺284,250.00TRY
1 min ago
16 mins ago
Varies
£ 103.75GBPshow more
₺283,264.66TRY
16 mins ago
15 mins ago
Varies
£ 103.75GBPshow more
₺283,264.66TRY
15 mins ago
24 mins ago
1-3days
£ 108.71GBPshow more
₺282,990.00TRY
24 mins ago
2 days ago
Varies
£ 120.51GBPshow more
₺282,317.42TRY
2 days ago
yesterday
Varies
£ 122.88GBPshow more
₺282,206.92TRY
yesterday
yesterday
Up to 9days
£ 176.69GBPshow more
₺279,255.50TRY
yesterday

How we found the best ways to send money


Our database includes 27 secure providers. For your specific transfer of £5000 from GBP to TRY, we found 11 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 Turkey

CategoryWinnerKey Stats
💰Cheapest CostWiseTotal Fees:
£18.33
📈Best Exchange RateStarling BankRate:
57.8386
Fastest TransferWiseTime:
Instant-2 Days
Customer FavouriteRemitlyTrustScore:
4.6/5

You can send money to Turkey 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 Turkey.

How to Send Money to Turkey: Step-by-Step



The good news is that sending money to Turkey 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 Turkey 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 TRY)
    • 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 Turkey 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 Turkey

Of the 11 providers we found for sending money to Turkey, here is how the top 5 stack up based on cost.

ProviderTotal CostExchange Rate
Wise
(Cheapest Option)
£18.3357.8285
GBP to TRY
Starling Bank
(Runner Up)
£24.6357.8386
GBP to TRY
XE
(Alternative)
£30.1857.4815
GBP to TRY
HSBC
(Alternative)
£71.1457.0172
GBP to TRY
Remitly
(Alternative)
£86.0656.8500
GBP to TRY

Why this matters

  • The Savings: Choosing Wise saves you 158.36 GBP compared to Lloyds, 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 57.8285.
Example: Most banks add a markup (often ~3%) to the market rate.

If the real rate is 57.8285, a bank might offer you a rate of roughly 59.56336, keeping the difference for themselves.

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

The fastest way to send money Turkey

Of the 11 providers we found for sending money to Turkey 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
OFX
(Alternative)
1-3 Days
XE
(Alternative)
2-3 Days
Lloyds
(Alternative)
1-4 Days

Speed comparison: banks vs digital providers

The fastest provider for transferring money to Turkey 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 Turkey

Of the 11 providers we found for transferring money to Turkey, here is how the top 5 stack up based on user reviews from Trustpilot.

ProviderTrustScoreVolume
Remitly
(Best Rated)
4.6 / 5
(Excellent)
99186 reviews
HSBC
(Runner Up)
4.5 / 5
(Excellent)
22139 reviews
XE
(Alternative)
4.4 / 5
(Excellent)
82232 reviews
Wise
(Alternative)
4.3 / 5
(Excellent)
278882 reviews
OFX
(Alternative)
4.3 / 5
(Excellent)
11105 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 Remitly with a score of 4.6 and 99186 reviews is generally safer than a newer company with a perfect 5.0 rating but only 10 reviews.

Exchange rate trend between GBP/TRY

As with many currencies, the GBP/TRY 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 Turkey 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 ₺57.8285

1 GBP = 57.8285 TRY

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Conclusion

When it comes to choosing the best provider for sending money to Turkey 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 Turkey. Wise can get your money to your recipient to Turkey in Instant-2 Days.

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

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