Send Money from the UK to Bangladesh

Compare current GBP → BDT rates from 17+ providers. bKash & bank delivery available.

Why People Send Money UK → Bangladesh

The UK is home to an estimated 750,000+ people of Bangladeshi heritage — one of the largest Bangladeshi diaspora communities in the world. Concentrated in Tower Hamlets (London), Birmingham, Oldham, and Bradford, British-Bangladeshis regularly send remittances to support families, fund property construction, cover weddings and education, and contribute to Bangladesh's $23.6 billion annual inbound remittance total. The UK→Bangladesh corridor is underserved by comparison sites despite its size — most editorial content is outdated or missing.

Pro Tip: bKash is often faster and easier than bank transfer

Over 60 million Bangladeshis use bKash. If your recipient has a bKash account, sending to bKash is typically faster than a bank deposit — often within hours — and avoids the need for branch routing numbers. WorldRemit both support bKash from the UK.

How to send money from UK to Bangladesh

Compare GBP→BDT rates and delivery options: Use the live table above. For Bangladesh transfers, check both the exchange rate and whether bKash delivery is available — many recipients prefer it over bank deposit for speed and convenience.
Register with your chosen provider: Sign up using a UK passport, driving licence, or biometric residence permit. WorldRemit both have smooth UK onboarding. Standard KYC (identity + address verification) takes under 5 minutes.
Enter recipient details: For bKash: just the recipient's 11-digit bKash-registered mobile number. For bank deposit: account number (13–17 digits), bank name, and 9-digit branch routing number. For cash pickup: recipient's full name as on their government ID.
Fund via UK Faster Payments for lowest cost: UK Faster Payments (bank transfer) is free and typically processes within seconds. Debit card funding is faster but adds approximately 1–2% to your costs. Avoid credit card funding — some card issuers treat it as a cash advance.
Confirm and track delivery: After confirming, your recipient gets an SMS for bKash deliveries. Bank deposits submitted before noon Bangladesh Standard Time (BST, UTC+6) typically arrive the same day — after noon, expect next business day. Note: Friday and Saturday are the weekend in Bangladesh.

What to know

bKash: 60m+ users, wallet limits apply

bKash is Bangladesh's most popular mobile wallet with over 60 million registered users. It is the preferred payout for speed and convenience. Key limit: a bKash wallet holds a maximum of ৳150,000 BDT at one time — if the wallet is full, the transfer retries daily. WorldRemit caps bKash deposits at ৳125,000 BDT per transfer. Providers supporting bKash from the UK: WorldRemit, Western Union, MoneyGram.

Bangladesh bank details: routing number required

Bangladesh does not use IBANs. For bank deposits you need: the recipient's account number (13–17 digits depending on the bank), plus a 9-digit routing number identifying the specific branch. Major banks: Sonali Bank, Islami Bank Bangladesh, Dutch-Bangla Bank (DBBL), BRAC Bank, Prime Bank, City Bank. Recipients can find their routing number in their bank app, on a cheque, or by calling the branch.

Bangladesh pays a 2% government incentive

Bangladesh Bank pays a 2% cash incentive on all inbound remittances received through official channels. This means if you send £300 worth of BDT, your recipient automatically receives 2% more — paid by the government. This only applies to licensed transfers (not informal Hundi networks) and is an important reason to always use a regulated provider.

For UK→Bangladesh, WorldRemit is the strongest choice for bKash delivery — it supports bKash directly from the UK and offers competitive GBP→BDT rates. WorldRemit also supports bKash and has excellent UK customer support. Western Union supports bKash and bank deposit with good GBP→BDT rates and the widest cash pickup network. Wise offers competitive exchange rates for bank deposits but does not currently support bKash delivery to Bangladesh. MoneyGram covers Bangladesh with bank and cash pickup options. Always compare the live BDT amount in the table above — the winner changes daily.

FAQs

Can I send money to bKash from the UK?

Yes. Multiple providers support bKash delivery from the UK: WorldRemit, Western Union, and MoneyGram. Select "mobile wallet" as your delivery method and enter your recipient's 11-digit bKash-registered mobile number. Key limits: bKash wallets hold a maximum of ৳150,000 BDT; WorldRemit caps bKash transfers at ৳125,000 BDT per transaction. If the wallet is full, most providers retry automatically each day.

What is the cheapest way to send money from the UK to Bangladesh?

The cheapest option changes daily with exchange rates. Use our live comparison table above to check which provider delivers the most BDT for your amount today. As a guide, WorldRemit, and Western Union are typically competitive for GBP→BDT. Avoid UK bank SWIFT transfers — they charge £15–£25 in fees plus a 3–5% exchange markup, which on a £300 transfer costs over £20 extra.

How long does a transfer from UK to Bangladesh take?

bKash and Nagad mobile wallet deliveries: typically hours, sometimes minutes. Bank deposits: if submitted before noon Bangladesh Standard Time (BST, UTC+6), usually same day; after noon, next business day. Note Friday and Saturday are the Bangladesh weekend. Cash pickup via Western Union or MoneyGram: available within minutes at agent locations.

Does Wise support bKash delivery from the UK?

No. Wise does not currently support bKash delivery to Bangladesh — it only supports bank account deposits. If your recipient needs bKash, use WorldRemit or WorldRemit instead. Wise is still a good option for direct bank-to-bank transfers at competitive GBP→BDT exchange rates.

What bank details do I need to send money to Bangladesh?

For bKash or Nagad: just the recipient's 11-digit mobile wallet number. For bank deposit: account number (13–17 digits), bank name, and 9-digit branch routing number (find it in the bank app or on a cheque). Major banks: Sonali Bank, Islami Bank Bangladesh, Dutch-Bangla Bank, BRAC Bank, Prime Bank, City Bank. For cash pickup: recipient's full name exactly as on their government ID.

Is there a bonus on money received in Bangladesh from the UK?

Yes. Bangladesh Bank pays a 2% government incentive on all incoming remittances through official channels. If you send £300, your recipient gets 2% more BDT on top — paid by the government automatically. This only applies to regulated providers (not informal Hundi networks). It is an additional reason to use licensed services like WorldRemit, or Western Union.

What is the GBP to BDT exchange rate today?

The GBP/BDT rate changes every day. Use the live comparison tool above to see today's exact rate from each provider. Different providers apply different exchange rate margins on top of the mid-market rate — the total BDT your recipient gets varies by provider, sometimes by ৳500–৳1,000 on a £300 transfer.