Whether you are supporting family back in the UK, paying rent on a property, or simply sending money home, OrbitRemit makes it fast and affordable to transfer money from Australia or New Zealand to the United Kingdom — with a $0 transfer fee on all GBP transfers.
Fees
Sending GBP from Australia or New Zealand with OrbitRemit is completely free — $0 transfer fee for all AUD to GBP and NZD to GBP transfers.
Transfers of AUD or NZD $10,000 or more are also fee-free (as they are across all corridors).
The exchange rate is shown upfront before you confirm — no hidden charges and no deduction at the receiving end.
New customers: First transfer free with a special promotional exchange rate (applies to first $500; terms apply).
Check the current live rate at orbitremit.com/united-kingdom
Delivery options
OrbitRemit sends money directly to your recipient’s UK bank account. All major UK banks are supported, including:
- HSBC
- Barclays
- Lloyds
- NatWest
- Santander UK
- Halifax
- And all other UK bank accounts
No mobile wallet delivery or cash pickup is available for the UK — bank deposit only.
Transfer speed
Transfers to the UK are completed within 1-3 working days. Transfers made on weekends or public holidays may take longer as UK banks operate on standard hours. The estimated delivery time is always shown before you confirm.
How to send money to the UK
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Log in and start a transfer
Log in to your OrbitRemit account at orbitremit.com or open the OrbitRemit app. If this is your first transfer, create a free account and complete identity verification.
Select GBP (British Pound Sterling) as the receiving currency and enter the amount you want to send in AUD or NZD.
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Add your recipient
Enter your recipient’s details:
– Full name
– UK bank account number
– UK sort code (6-digit code identifying the bank branch)Double-check all details before confirming — incorrect bank details can delay or prevent delivery.
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Pay for your transfer
Choose your payment method and confirm. The $0 fee and exchange rate are fixed at the time of confirmation.
From Australia: bank transfer, debit card, PayID, Apple Pay, Google Pay
From New Zealand: bank transfer, debit card, POLi, Apple Pay, Google Pay
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Your recipient receives the funds
Funds are deposited directly into your recipient’s UK bank account within 1-3 working days. There is no deduction at the receiving end — your recipient receives the full GBP amount shown at the time of your transfer.
What you’ll need for a UK bank transfer
UK bank transfers require a sort code and account number:
| Detail | Notes |
|---|---|
| Recipient full name | As it appears on their UK bank account |
| Account number | 8-digit UK bank account number |
| Sort code | 6-digit code in the format XX-XX-XX, identifying the recipient’s bank and branch |
If you’re sending to a business account, you may also need the business name as it appears on the account.
FAQ’s (Frequently asked questions)
Is it free to send money to the UK from Australia?
Yes. OrbitRemit charges a $0 transfer fee on all AUD to GBP transfers. There are no hidden charges — the $0 fee and exchange rate are both shown upfront before you confirm.
Is it free to send money to the UK from New Zealand?
Yes. OrbitRemit charges a $0 transfer fee on all NZD to GBP transfers via bank transfer.
How long does a transfer to the UK take?
Transfers to the UK are completed within 1-3 working days. Weekend and public holiday transfers may take longer as UK banks operate on standard hours.
What UK bank details do I need?
You need your recipient’s full name, 8-digit UK account number, and 6-digit sort code. These are all found on your recipient’s UK bank statement or in their online banking app.
Can I send to any UK bank?
Yes. OrbitRemit supports transfers to all UK bank accounts, including HSBC, Barclays, Lloyds, NatWest, Santander UK, Halifax and all others.
Is there a maximum I can send to the UK?
For personal account transfers, there is no stated maximum. Transfers of AUD or NZD $10,000 or more are fee-free. Check orbitremit.com/united-kingdom for current limits.
Is there a deduction at the receiving end?
No. Your recipient receives the full GBP amount shown at the time of your transfer. There are no receiving fees applied by OrbitRemit.
Can I send money from the UK to Australia with OrbitRemit?
No. As of 1 July 2023, OrbitRemit no longer processes outbound transfers from the UK. OrbitRemit continues to support inbound GBP transfers from Australia and New Zealand.
Send money to the United Kingdom with OrbitRemit
OrbitRemit makes it simple to send money from Australia or New Zealand to the UK — with $0 fees, competitive GBP exchange rates, and direct delivery to any UK bank account.
- $0 fee on all AUD to GBP and NZD to GBP transfers
- Direct to any UK bank account — HSBC, Barclays, Lloyds, NatWest and all others
- Transfers completed within 1-3 working days
- No deduction at the receiving end
- Rate fixed at the time of transfer — no surprises
- First transfer free with promotional rate for new customers
- Regulated by ASIC in Australia (AFSL: 470646) | DIA-supervised in New Zealand (FSP7721)
- Rated Excellent on Trustpilot from over 34,000 reviews
This guide is based on OrbitRemit’s current service information. Fees, exchange rates and transfer speeds are subject to change. For the most current information visit orbitremit.com/united-kingdom. Last updated June 2026.
Sources: orbitremit.com/united-kingdom | blog.orbitremit.com/cheapest-ways-to-send-money-overseas-au-nz
