Wise vs Remitly

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Is Wise or Remitly cheaper for sending money from the UK to Sri Lanka?

Remitly has usually been cheaper: it paid out more on 28 of the last 28 days, by £2.72 per £1,000 on average. On 11 November 2026, Remitly paid ₨1,158 more for £1,000 (Wise ₨438,206, Remitly ₨439,364).

What fees do Wise and Remitly charge for UK to Sri Lanka?

In our latest quotes for £1,000, Wise charged £6.84 and Remitly charged £1.49. Their exchange rates sat on average 0.14% below and 0.40% below the mid-market rate respectively, which is a cost on top of the fee.

How much more does a recipient in Sri Lanka get with the cheaper one?

On average £2.72 more per £1,000 sent over the last 28 days, and up to £5.00 on a single day. On 11 November 2026, Remitly paid ₨1,158 more for £1,000 (Wise ₨438,206, Remitly ₨439,364).

How often does the cheaper provider change between Wise and Remitly?

It hasn't in the last 28 days: Remitly paid out more every day. Prices can still change, so check before you send.

Guides for sending money to Sri Lanka

• Provider Payout Comparison That Shows What ArrivesUse a provider payout comparison to see what arrives from a £1,000 transfer, spot hidden FX margins and choose on real recipient value, not marketing claims.
• How to Send Money Abroad Without Losing MoreBefore you send money abroad from the UK, compare the amount that lands, not the headline rate. Spot fees, FX margins and payout delays first. Every time.
• Recipient Payout: What Actually Arrives?Recipient payout is what actually lands after fees and the exchange-rate margin. How to check it before you send, with real daily quotes for £1,000.