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Best Ways to Send Money from the UK to Nigeria
🍀 Number of providers
0
🏆 Cheapest provider (on average)
—
💚 Most transferred amount
1,000 GBP
⚡ Fastest transfer time
~1.2 days
Cost Analysis: GBP to NGN
Avg FX markup
1.82%
Avg transfer fee
£15.34
Fees and fee-free counts are as reported by each provider's API. Some providers embed fees in the exchange rate or add payment-method charges at checkout.
Market competition
Low
0 providers
Rate stability
volatile
SCVI 9.1
Does the transfer amount affect cost?
Yes, transfer fees on this corridor are typically fixed (£0.00–£57.43 GBP), so sending more reduces your cost as a percentage. For example, the same £0.00–£57.43 fee represents a larger slice of a £50 transfer than a £1,000 one. The average FX markup of 1.82% applies to all amounts.
How much your recipient gets at different amounts
Using the best rate right now. For live ranking after changing amount, use the comparison table at the top.
You send
Your recipient gets
£500
917,500 NGN
£1,000
1,835,000 NGN
£5,000
9,175,000 NGN
GBP to NGN Exchange Rate: Today's Conversion
Snapshot refreshes every 1 min. For instant ranking after changing amount, use the comparison table at the top.
Best: 1,835.00 NGN
You send (GBP)
✓ Best
£1
1,835
£5
9,175
£10
18,350
£25
45,875
£50
91,750
£100
183,500
£200
367,000
£500
917,500
£1,000
1,835,000
£2,000
3,670,000
£5,000
9,175,000
£10,000
18,350,000
£50,000
91,750,000
£100,000
183,500,000
All-in rates include transfer fees and FX margin. “You lose” = NGN your recipient misses out on vs the best provider. Best/worst provider above are from the snapshot at page load; for live ranking use the comparison table at the top of the page. Rates refresh every 15 min.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the cheapest way to send money from the UK to Nigeria?
The cheapest way to send money from the UK to Nigeria is by comparing online providers. Use the tool above; rates update every 15 minutes.
How much does it cost to send money from the UK to Nigeria?
Transfer costs vary by provider and include both a fixed transfer fee and an exchange rate margin. Use the comparison above to see the real total cost for your specific amount.
What is the fastest option to send money from the UK to Nigeria?
Transfer times vary depending on the provider and payment method. Some offer instant transfers, while others take 1–3 business days.
How stable is the GBP to NGN exchange rate?
The GBP/NGN exchange rate is currently rated “volatile” (SCVI score: 9.1) according to SawaFX's rate stability index. A lower SCVI score means provider rates are more consistent : less day-to-day volatility makes it easier to time your transfer.
About money transfers from the UK to Nigeria
SawaFX compares 0 providers offering international money transfer services from the UK to Nigeria.
What is the average FX markup on GBP to NGN transfers?
The average FX markup on this corridor is 1.82% above the mid-market rate.
The FX markup is often the “hidden” cost: it is built into the exchange rate rather than charged as a separate fee. Always compare the total amount your recipient gets, not just the headline rate.
Is it better to send a larger amount from the UK to Nigeria?
Transfer fees on this corridor are typically fixed (£0.00–£57.43 GBP), so the cost as a percentage is lower when you send more. For example, a £5 fee on a £50 transfer is 10%; on a £500 transfer it drops to just 1%. The average FX markup of 1.82% applies to all amounts regardless of size.
Why do GBP to NGN exchange rates differ between providers?
Every provider adds a markup on the mid-market (interbank) rate. On this corridor, the average markup is 1.82%. Some providers charge a fixed fee with a tighter exchange rate; others advertise “no fees” but recoup costs through a wider spread. SawaFX compares the total cost (exchange rate margin plus fees), so you always see the real amount your recipient gets.
How often are GBP to NGN rates updated on SawaFX?
SawaFX refreshes rates every 15 minutes directly from each provider. The rates shown always include all transfer fees and the FX markup, so the “amount received” you see is what your recipient would actually get, not a misleading headline rate.
About GBP → NGN Money Transfers
SawaFX compares 0 providers offering money transfers from the UK to Nigeria. Rates are live and update throughout the day. Transfer times vary from minutes to a few business days depending on provider and payment method.
Data as of . Rankings update every 15 minutes.
Why compare GBP → NGN on SawaFx?
Free. We never charge you. Compare as many corridors and amounts as you like.
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How your recipient receives money in Nigeria
Bank Transfer
Direct deposit to any Nigerian bank account including GTBank, Zenith Bank, Access Bank, First Bank, and UBA. Typically arrives within minutes.
Mobile Money
Send to OPay, PalmPay, and Kuda wallets. Instant delivery to your recipient's mobile wallet.
Cash Pickup
Available at select locations through WorldRemit and Remitly agent networks across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and other cities.
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