Transfer Guide
How to send money from United States to United Kingdom
Estimated Time
1–3 business days
Currencies
USD \u2192 GBP
Primary Method
SWIFT wire transfer
To send money from United States to United Kingdom, you\u2019ll need the recipient’s sort code (6 digits, format XX-XX-XX), their account number (8 digits), and the bank’s SWIFT/BIC code.
UK banks accept both IBAN and sort code + account number for incoming international transfers. Your US bank will typically require the SWIFT/BIC code and the recipient’s IBAN or sort code.
Always validate bank details before initiating a transfer. A single wrong character can delay or redirect your payment.
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