Compare MoneyGram GBP to USD exchange rate

Thinking about sending money to the USA with MoneyGram? Compare their international transfer fees and rates with live price data from top providers in the UK. Drop the calculator — we'll do the maths.

£1.50
£998.5Amount you'll convert
1.21427Exchange rate
Should arrive by today

Exchange rates shown are for illustration only and constantly changing due to market fluctuations. Always check the current rate in-app before converting.

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Sending £1,000Cost to sendRecipient gets

Western Union

Cheapest
£1.98$1,214.28+$1.10

Revolut

Metal
£0.90$1,213.18
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Revolut

Standard
£1.50$1,212.45-$0.73

Wise

£4.66$1,211.02-$2.16

Remitly

£1.98$1,199.83-$13.35

Xoom

£1.98$1,195.84-$17.34

MoneyGram

£0.00$1,191.94-$21.24

Lloyds

£9.50$1,170.54-$42.64

The above information applies when sending money in the national currency of the recipient account. The list of providers is not exhaustive and we plan to add more soon. For all provider, we are showing the costs based on the Standard/Basic plans only. For Revolut, we may also show the cost based on one of our paid plans (in addition to our Standard plan) where it is deemed optimal to the user. Please click on (i) next to the plan to view our plan subscription fees. Exchange rates and transfer fees displayed are illustrative and only refreshed every minute. Always check the applicable rate and transfer fees in-app before carrying out your transfer. While we hope the widget is a good reference point, we expect users to perform due diligence before initiating a transfer. Read more about how we collect this comparison data.

How long does it take to send money with MoneyGram?

We know — life often feels like a race against the clock. While we can't say for sure how long your money will take to arrive when you transfer with MoneyGram, we do know there are several factors that can affect delivery times, including:
  • your destination country
  • the currency you're sending
  • the transfer method you choose
  • bank cut-off times and public holidays
When in doubt, check with MoneyGram to make sure your money will get there when you need it to.

How much does it cost to send money abroad with MoneyGram?

The amount you'll pay when you send an international money transfer with MoneyGram depends on where you're sending money to and from, as well as the exchange rates and transfer fees that MoneyGram has set.

Can't stand the suspense? Check out our currency exchange comparison table above for an estimate. And while you're there, compare MoneyGram to Revolut and see how much you can save.

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Looking for an alternative to MoneyGram?

Why not try Revolut? Some providers charge high markups, but we've gone all out to offer rates and fees that'll actually make you want to send money. Plus, you'll see all costs in-app — that means no surprises.

But talk is cheap — check out our exchange rate comparison table and see for yourself how we stack up against MoneyGram.

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See why people choose Revolut for money transfers to the USA

Competitive GBP to USD exchange rates, fast transfers, 24/7 support — it's hard to beat that. Check out our ratings and discover why 50+ million global customers use Revolut for their international money transfers and more.

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Convert GBP to USD with the Revolut exchange rate

We keep our rates and fees competitive, so you can just tap and send — without worrying that you're paying too much. Explore all the ways you can save with our international money transfers.
  • No additional exchange fees on weekdays

    Beat the Sunday scaries with this weekday pick-me-up. Send money to the USA with no extra currency exchange fees on business days, whenever your transfer amount is within your plan's limits.

  • Save on international transfer fees

    Get discounts on bank transfer fees when you send money with our Premium, Metal, and Ultra plans. Plan fees and T&Cs apply.

  • Fee-free money transfer options

    Send money online to your Revolut friends in 36 currencies without any transfer fees. Plus, your money will arrive instantly — in 20 seconds or less. Could it get any better?

Send money to the USA with Revolut

You send British Pounds...

Just download our app for iOS or Android, and add money to your account in British Pounds. Then go to the Transfers section in-app, choose your destination country, and enter the amount you want your recipient to get in US Dollars.

...And they receive US Dollars

Like magic. We'll convert your British Pounds to US Dollars for you and show you the total cost before you send. Don't you love it when things are this easy?Send money now

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Looking for the cheapest way to send money?

We hear you. Get a sneak peak at our top money-saving tips and learn how to spot affordable, high-quality transfers.Check it out

How we keep your money safe

Competitive rates and fees are amazing, but knowing your money's safe with us is priceless. Discover why 50+ million global customers stick with us.Learn more
  • Fraud prevention team

    Our anti-fraud team consists of 2,500+ members dedicated to protecting your money. They saved Revolut customers more than £475 million in potentially fraudulent transactions during 2023 alone.

  • 24/7 customer support

    Speak to our award-winning support team in 100+ languages via secure in-app chat. Yes, even on a Sunday.

  • Personal data protection

    We make sure your data is processed responsibly, following the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and all global data protection legislation.

  • Custom-built security systems

    We keep your account safe with two-factor authentication and provide powerful in-app tools that give you full control over your money.

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Much more than just a money transfer app

Sure, our rates and fees are enough to make you fall in love with Revolut, but there's so much more than that. Multi-currency accounts, budgeting tools, travel perks — they're all in-app. Join 50+ million global customers and explore everything Revolut's got to offer.

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4.3 / 5

One foreign currency account, 36 currencies

Keep your accounts close and your money closer. With Revolut, you can exchange and hold up to 36 currencies in one app, without juggling offshore accounts in different countries. No matter how many times you move or where you travel, it all stays with you.

We're here to help, 24/7

Whether you want to browse our Help Centre for solutions or speak to us directly via in-app chat, we've got you.

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Exchange rate comparison FAQs

  • Providers are free set their own exchange rates for currency conversion, so it's wise to compare your options. Some include markups or fees in their exchange rate, which means you may end up paying more than you need to without even realising it. When you exchange currencies or send money abroad with Revolut, you'll always see our exchange rates and fees in-app, so you can make an informed decision. That means no surprises — ever. Find more info on our currency exchange rates in the Help Centre.
  • We use a real-time exchange rate that's continuously updated based on the buy and sell rates we receive from various independent data sources. The buy rate (also called the bid rate) estimates the highest rate that someone's willing to pay for a currency on the market, and the sell rate (also called the ask rate) represents the lowest rate at which someone is willing to sell the currency. You can check our current GBP to USD exchange rates using our currency converter at the top of the page. You'll also see them in-app before you convert or send money abroad, along with any exchange or transfer fees. Exchange rates fluctuate constantly, so always double-check the current rate in-app before converting.
  • Your Revolut account is a multi-currency account that allows you to manage, send, and receive money in 36 currencies — all in one app. Here's what you get when you open an account with Revolut:
    • App-based tools: manage your money entirely online from our easy-to-use app.
    • Low fees: we keep our transfer fees low and our exchange rates competitive, so you can send money without overpaying.
    • Fast money transfers: send money to other Revolut friends instantly — in 20 seconds or less.
    • Currency exchange: when you send money abroad with us, we automatically convert your money to your recipient's currency at great rates to help save you time and money.
    • Security: our 2,500-strong fraud prevention team is on the lookout to keep your money safe.
    • 24/7 customer support: contact us via chat anytime, anywhere.

    Open a Revolut account to explore all this and much more.

  • When you send money internationally, there are two types of costs you should keep an eye out for: currency exchange and transfer fees. You'll see all costs in-app before you send.

    Currency exchange rates and fees

    Sending money internationally often involves 2 different currencies: the currency you’re using to pay for the transfer and your recipient's currency. Before you send money abroad in a currency that's different from your recipient's, check our exchange rate in-app. This shows you how much the amount you enter in your currency is worth in your recipient's currency. You may also pay an additional currency exchange fee, depending on your plan, the amount you're sending, and the time of your transfer.
    • If your transfer amount is within your plan’s limit, you won't pay any additional currency exchange fees on weekdays.
    • You'll pay a 1% fee on all currency exchanges during the weekend, regardless of your payment type or plan.
    • If you're over your monthly exchange allowance, you'll pay an additional fair usage fee, depending on your plan (1% for the Standard plan and 0.5% for the Plus plan). There are no fair usage fees with our Premium, Metal, and Ultra plans.

    Transfer fees

    Depending on the transfer method you choose, you may also pay a small transfer fee. This is the amount we charge to process your transfer.
    • Bank transfers
    • You may pay a small bank transfer fee when you send money abroad. You'll get discounts on these fees with our Premium, Metal, and Ultra plans. External banks may charge non-Revolut transfer fees that we can't foresee.
    • Card transfers
    • You'll pay a small card transfer fee when you send money to someone using their card details. The amount will depend on how much money you're transferring and where you're sending from.
    • Revolut-to-Revolut transfers
    • You won't pay any fees when you send money online to other Revolut accounts.
  • The time it takes for your money transfer to arrive depends on factors like the payment method you choose and the currency. You can see the estimated arrival time in-app before you send and track the status of your transfer. Check out our Help Centre for more on money transfers.

    How long do international bank transfers take?

    Bank transfers from abroad generally arrive within 3 to 5 business days, but they could arrive the same day, depending on the country and currency. On rare occasions, external banks may experience delays that we can't foresee, and your transfer could take longer than expected.

    How long does a card transfer take?

    Transfers to cards usually arrive in seconds, but they can take up to 30 minutes.

    How fast are Revolut-to-Revolut transfers?

    Transfers to other Revolut customers are instant. This means they usually arrive in 20 seconds or less.
  • You can send money in 70+ currencies to 160+ countries. All you have to do is start a transfer by choosing the amount you want to send in any of the 36 currencies you can keep in-app, then choose the currency you want your recipient to get. We'll show you our rates and fees in-app, and automatically complete the exchange when you hit Send. We also support in-app exchanges in 36 holding currencies. This means you can keep any of those currencies in your account and exchange between them. If you exchange an amount in your main currency to a currency you don't hold yet, a separate balance will be created in your account so you can start spending. It's that easy.

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