Wise vs Ria

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

Ria has usually been cheaper: it paid out more on 28 of the last 30 days, by £7.36 per £1,000 on average. On 14 November 2026, Ria paid ₨2,994 more for £1,000 (Wise ₨436,561, Ria ₨439,556).

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

In our latest quotes for £1,000, Wise charged £6.84 and Ria charged £0.00. Their exchange rates sat on average 0.16% below and 0.13% 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 £7.36 more per £1,000 sent over the last 30 days, and up to £21.24 on a single day. On 14 November 2026, Ria paid ₨2,994 more for £1,000 (Wise ₨436,561, Ria ₨439,556).

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

The lead changed 3 times in the last 30 days, and Ria has led for the last 25 days. Check today's quotes before you send.

Guides for sending money to Sri Lanka

• Currency Conversion and What Your Recipient GetsHow currency conversion changes what your recipient gets: the exchange rate, fees and payout method, and how to compare the amount that arrives.
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• How to Send Money Abroad Without Losing MoreHow to send money abroad from the UK without losing more than you need to: where the cost sits, the mistakes to avoid, and a simple routine.