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Remitly vs WorldRemit
UK to Jamaica money transfers (2026)
£1,000 sent · ranked by what your recipient actually gets
Data from 13 August 2026
We have data for Remitly but not WorldRemit on this corridor yet.
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Remitly vs WorldRemit — UK to Jamaica
- Is Remitly or WorldRemit better for sending money from the UK to Jamaica?
- Both providers serve the UK-Jamaica corridor, but which is cheaper changes daily as they reprice their rates. Today's result is shown in the comparison above — always check before transferring.
- What fees do Remitly and WorldRemit charge for UK to Jamaica transfers?
- Current fees are shown in the comparison above. As a general guide: providers differ in whether they charge flat fees, percentage fees, or hide costs in the exchange rate margin. Plyna ranks by recipient amount — the only figure that captures the true total cost of both the fee and the rate margin in a single number.
- How much JMD does my recipient get with Remitly vs WorldRemit?
- Today's recipient amounts for £1,000 sent are shown in the comparison above. The difference can be significant — even a 0.5% rate margin difference adds JMD equivalent of several hundred units on a £1,000 transfer. Plyna updates these figures every morning from real provider quotes.
- Which is faster: Remitly or WorldRemit for Jamaica transfers?
- Both Remitly and WorldRemit typically deliver to Jamaica within a few hours. Exact delivery time depends on the payment method, time of day, and the recipient's bank. Check each provider's current delivery estimate when you create your transfer — speed can vary based on live network conditions.
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