Send money to the UAE from the UK

Whether you’re at home or on the go, you have the flexibility to send money online or in person. Get the exchange rate for Pounds to AED and transfer money online.

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    How to transfer money from the UK to the UAE

    Send money from the UK to the UAE seamlessly and reliably with Western Union. Here are the four essential steps to follow to securely transfer funds to your loved ones in the UAE.

    Register for free

    Sign in or sign up for a free account to start sending money to the UAE online.

    Start your transfer

    Select the UAE as your destination and choose the amount you want to send.

    Select payment and recipient

    Select the receiving option and enter the recipient’s details, or select pre-existing details if you have sent them money before.

    Make your payment

    Select your payment method (expected transaction times will be displayed) and transfer money to the UAE.

    Ways to transfer money to the UAE from the UK

    Whether you need to send money from the UAE to the UK for a family occasion, to assist with a business venture, or simply to provide financial support to a friend, Western Union has you covered:

    Send online

    Send money to the UAE in a few clicks. Create a free profile or log in, and send money to loved ones.

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    Send in person

    You can carry out your transfer in person. Visit one any of our branches across the UK.

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    Send via appvia app

    With our app, you can send money to the UAE at home or on the go, via bank transfer, debit card or credit card1 .

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    Send via mobile wallet1

    You can send money to loved ones across the world using your Tap & Go wallet1.

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    Bank account

    You can send money directly to your loved one’s bank account in UAE.

    Receive money in cash

    Send money for cash pickup at any of the more than thousands2 Western Union branches across UAE.

    Mobile wallet5

    You can send money to your loved one’s mobile wallet5 wherever they are in the UAE.

    Open an account to send money to the UAE today

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    Register for free

    Create your account for free today to enjoy easy and simple online money transfers from the UK to the UAE.

    Committed to security

    Our encryption and fraud prevention efforts help protect your Western Union money transfers.

    Transparent fees

    You can find out the fees3 for transferring money from the UK to the UAE and the exchange rates3 we offer in advance, as well as the maximum transfer amount.

    Money in minutes2

    Depending on the sending and receiving methods, your money transfer could be with your loved ones in the UAE within minutes2.

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    Reasons to choose Western Union for your to the UAE money transfer:

    Many locations

    Your loved ones can receive money wherever they are in the UAE, by visiting any of the more than thousands of agent locations across the country.

    Pay the way you like

    With Western Union, it’s easy to transfer money to the UAE in the way that suits you best. You can pay by cash, bank transfer, debit card, credit card1 or mobile wallet1.

    Easily track your transfer

    You can track your transfer when you send money to the UAE from the UK using your unique tracking number (MTCN).

    Save recipient details

    Repeat money transfers to a loved one in the UAE online is quick and easy, as you can save the details of your recipient.

    Send money to the UAE with ease using our app

    Send money on the go, or start a transfer and pay at an agent location.

    Track your money transfer to the UAE in real time.

    Quickly send again to friends and family across the UAE.

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    More information about sending money to the UAE from the UK

    We deal with most of the major banks in the UAE

    You can send money directly from the UK to most banks across the UAE.

    Send to a bank account

    Get a free money transfer estimate before you send

    Find out the costs3 of an online money transfer to the UAE before you send, with no obligation to transfer.

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    Prepare the details of the recipient in advance

    To send money to a bank account, you’ll need to have the recipient’s name and bank account details ready.

    Provide recipient details

    Are you ready to transfer money to the UAE?

    Now that you’re ready to transfer money from the UK to the UAE, you can confidently choose Western Union for a trustworthy money transfer.

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    Support your loved ones when they need you

    Whether you’re contributing to a celebratory event in Dubai, sending a meaningful gift to Abu Dhabi, or managing financial transactions for family, Western Union is committed to making money transfers from the UK to the  UAE a seamless process.

    Frequently asked questions on sending money from the UK the UAE

    How do I send money online to the UAE?

    For sending money online from the UK to the UAE, the most reliable method is to use a trusted money transfer service like Western Union. With Western Union, you can easily transfer money to your loved ones in the UAE, offering multiple payout options such as cash, mobile wallet, or bank transfer.

    Our goal is to ensure that your funds are delivered in the most convenient way for your recipient, granting them flexibility and ease in accessing the transferred money.

    How do I send money to uae from a Western Union agent location?

    To send money to the UAE through a Western agent:

    1. Find a nearby Western Union agent location.
    2. Provide your valid ID and transaction details.
    3. Pay the transfer amount, including fees, in cash.
    4. Receive a receipt with the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN).
    5. Share the MTCN with the recipient in the UAE for them to receive the funds.

    How do I estimate the cost of transferring money to the UAE?

    You can easily estimate the cost of transferring money to the UAE by using the Western Union price estimator. Simply visit the Western Union website or use the Western Union mobile app and navigate to the Send Money section.

    Enter the UAE in the ‘send to’ section and the desired transfer amount. The price estimator will then provide you with an estimate of the transfer fees associated with your transaction.

    Still have questions or need help?

    If you still have more questions about how to transfer money from the UK to UAE, you can visit our Frequently Asked Questions page, or contact our team.

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    1 Additional third-party charges may apply.

    2  Transfer speed and fund availability may be affected by factors such as service choice, amount, destination, currency, regulations, ID requirements, and system availability of our banking partners. Not available for all transactions. See Terms for details.

    3 Western Union makes money from currency exchange. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.