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Send Money from United Kingdom to Uganda
You send in GBP. The recipient receives on their mobile money wallet in Uganda.
| # | App | Fee | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🌊Sendwave | Free | Minutes |
| 2 | 🍋LemFi | Free | Minutes |
| 3 | 🌍WorldRemit | Flat fee | Minutes |
| 4 | 📲TapTap Send | Free | Minutes |
| 5 | 💸Remitly | Flat fee | Minutes to 3 days |
| 6 | 🦏NALA | Free | Minutes |
How it works
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Choose an app above2
Enter recipient's phone number3
Choose mobile wallet delivery4
Confirm - funds arrive in minutes⚠️ Inbound levy: 0.5% government levy on withdrawals only (not on inbound transfers)
💡 Key fact
Uganda has some of the lowest mobile money fees in East Africa (avg 1.2%). MTN and Airtel both accept international inbound transfers.
Other corridors to Uganda
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to send from United Kingdom to Uganda?+
Fees vary by app. Sendwave, LemFi, TapTap Send and NALA often offer zero-fee transfers (they earn on the FX rate). WorldRemit charges £0.99 to £3.99 depending on amount. Compare the apps in the table above.
How long does a United Kingdom to Uganda transfer take?+
Most apps deliver in minutes to MTN MoMo, Airtel Money. Some economy options (Remitly Economy, Wise) take 1-3 business days for lower fees.
Which app offers the best exchange rate?+
Wise uses the mid-market interbank rate (closest to the real market rate). Sendwave, LemFi and TapTap Send also have very competitive rates. Always compare the final rate at the time of sending.
Do I need to create an account to send from United Kingdom?+
Yes, all apps require a verified account (photo ID + address). Verification typically takes 5-15 minutes. Once verified, subsequent sends are instant.