Best international money transfer apps

Money transfer apps make sending money internationally convenient, but which app is the best? Depending on where you’re sending money and how fast you need it to arrive, you may find what you need in these highly-rated apps.

We looked not only at customer reviews on both the Apple App and Google Play stores, but also took into consideration the features of each of the services when picking the best money transfer apps.

1. Remitly

With the Remitly app, you’ll be given an exact date and time for when your money will be available for your recipient. If your transfer is late, Remitly has a money-back guarantee. Learn more about this and other features before downloading the app to make sure it’s the right fit for you.

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Remitly				Within minutes	From $0	Special offers like free transfers and better exchange rates available for new customers. Remitly has quick, affordable transfers around the world, with both express and economy options.	Go to site View details		loading Fetching your data...

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2. OFX

With OFX’s mobile app, send money transfers of $1,000 or more to 195 countries worldwide. You can also use the app to register for an OFX account, monitor current and historical exchange rates, track your transfers and set rate alerts. Transactions are free, but OFX takes a slight margin on currency exchange rates.

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OFX				24 hours	$0	OFX has no maximum limit transfers, with competitive exchange rates for 45+ currencies.	Go to site View details		loading Fetching your data...

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3. Wise

Send payments to friends, family and businesses in 30 countries with the Wise app. It includes a calculator you can use to get exchange rates and fees for specific transfers and offers an easy way to upload a photo of any personal ID needed to get started with Wise.

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Wise (TransferWise)				Within minutes	From 0.41%	Wise uses the mid-market rate and transparent fees to help you send money in 45+ currencies.	Go to site View details		loading Fetching your data...

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4. WorldRemit

With the WorldRemit app, you can send money to more than 150 countries for bank deposit, mobile airtime top-up and even cash pickup. WorldRemit has no minimum transfer amount, but its maximums vary depending on the destination country. Learn more about WorldRemit before downloading the app to make sure it’s the right fit for you.

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WorldRemit				Within minutes	From $0.99	Use promo code 3FREE and pay no fees on your first 3 transfers. Conditions apply. WorldRemit sends money to 110+ countries for bank-to-bank deposits, cash pick-ups or mobile top-ups.	Go to site View details		loading Fetching your data...

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5. Xe Money Transfer

The Xe Money Transfer app lets you exchange money at a more competitive exchange rate than you’d find at the bank and makes tracking multiple exchange rates a breeze. It also offers low fees and low minimum transfer amounts.

Features in the app

Live exchange rates	Set rate alerts	Track your transfer
Available on iPhone	Available on Android	Available in other languages

Pros

• No transfer fees charged above $500
• No maximum transfer limit
• Set custom currency pair alerts
• Send money to more than 130 countries.

Cons

• Doesn’t use mid-market rate
• Only bank-to-bank transfers
• Limited cash pickup
• Slow transfer speeds

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Xe				Within minutes	$4	Xe has fast transfers with low fees and a range of foreign currency tools.	View details		loading Fetching your data...

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6. MoneyGram

Use MoneyGram’s app to send money to more than 200 countries and territories around the world. You’ll also get access to a map of worldwide agent locations and their directions and hours for cash pickups.

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MoneyGram				Within minutes	From $1.99	MoneyGram has fast cash pick-up transfers to more than 350,000 agent locations worldwide.	Go to site View details		loading Fetching your data...

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How can I compare money transfer services?

A key factor in choosing an app is the service behind it. Compare these features before making your decision.

Exchange rates

Different providers will offer you different exchange rates. It’s generally not the one you’ll see on Google or Xe — otherwise known as the mid-market rate. To make a profit, transfer services add on a margin to the exchange rate to cover their own fees. Always compare providers with the knowledge that a provider may have no fees, but a bad exchange rate.

Fees

Providers charge fees in either flat rates, percentages or not at all. These fees can also change depending on what you’re sending and how you’re sending it. For example, larger transfers are generally cheaper, while money transfers using your credit card can incur higher fees.

Speed

Sometimes you need to get money to someone fast. Some providers specialize in cash pickup, which means your recipient can pick up the money you send almost instantly. This does come at a higher price, however. If you’re not worried about timing, most providers take anywhere between one and four days to deliver the money at a much lower fee.

Bottom line

If you want to send cash on the go, a money transfer app may be for you. Always compare the exchange rates, transfer fees and other details of money transfer specialists to ensure you get the best deal for your needs.

Frequently asked questions

• Where can I send money with a mobile app?

  The countries to which you can send money will vary by provider. Some specialize in certain geographic areas, while others provide services to hundreds of countries.

• How fast will my money get there?

  Some providers get your money to its destination in minutes after payment, especially if you pay with a debit card. Others require a few days to get to your recipient. Confirm the transfer speeds of your service before putting any cash down.

• Are international money transfers safe?

  Yes. When processed through a reputable bank or company, your funds are safely tracked until in the hands of your recipient. And if you’re sending money internationally, federal protections are in place that require banks, credit unions and money transfer companies to, for example, disclose all fees upfront and give you 30 minutes to cancel a transfer, assuming it hasn’t yet been picked up or deposited.