Send Money to Bangladesh
at the Best Rates
Compare 40+ verified providers for GBP, AUD, USD, CAD → BDT transfers. See real exchange rates, real fees — and make sure every pound and dollar reaches your family in full.
Bangladesh's Diaspora Sends
Billions Home Every Year
Bangladesh receives over $21 billion USD in remittances annually, making it one of Asia's most important remittance corridors. With millions of Bangladeshis living and working in the UK, Australia, USA, Canada, and across the Middle East, the need for fast, low-cost GBP/AUD/USD to BDT transfers is immense — and the savings from comparing providers are very real.
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Select the corridor that matches where you're sending from and instantly compare the best providers for that specific route to Bangladesh.
Send Money to Bangladesh in 4 Easy Steps
Flexible Payment Methods
Most providers support multiple payment methods for Bangladesh transfers. Your best option depends on your bank, the transfer amount, and how quickly your family needs the funds.
Receiving Options in Bangladesh
Bangladesh has one of the world's fastest-growing remittance infrastructure networks, with bank accounts, instant mobile wallets, and cash pickup all widely available.
Tips to Save More on Bangladesh Transfers
Sending money to Bangladesh comes with unique opportunities — including a government cash incentive — and pitfalls to avoid. These tips will help you send smarter.
Transfer Limits &
Regulations to Know
Money transfers to Bangladesh are regulated by Bangladesh Bank and the Foreign Exchange Regulation Act. Understanding the key rules helps you plan large transfers and ensures your family qualifies for all available incentives.
- Bangladesh imposes no annual cap on inward personal remittances. Transfers for family support, property purchase, or investment are fully permitted under Bangladesh Foreign Exchange Regulations.
- All remittances sent through official banking channels qualify for Bangladesh Bank's 2.5% cash incentive — credited directly to the recipient's account on top of the transferred amount.
- Transfers above your provider's threshold (typically £5,000–£10,000) require enhanced identity verification — passport, proof of address, and in some cases source-of-funds documentation.
- From the UK, transfers above £10,000 to a single recipient in one year may attract enhanced scrutiny under HMRC and FCA anti-money laundering obligations on the sender's side.
- Mobile wallet single transaction limits (bKash/Nagad) are set by Bangladesh Bank. For large remittances, bank account delivery is recommended to avoid wallet top-up restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about sending money to Bangladesh.
Specialist transfer services like Wise, Remitly, and ACE Money Transfer typically offer 3–6% better BDT rates than high-street banks. Use RemitSelect to compare all available options instantly for your specific amount and sending corridor — and don't forget official channels also earn your recipient a 2.5% government cash incentive.
Bank account deposits typically arrive within 1–3 business days. Mobile wallet deliveries to bKash or Nagad can be near-instant. Cash pickup through Western Union or MoneyGram is usually available within minutes of the sender completing the transfer.
Bangladesh Bank imposes no annual cap on receiving personal remittances. Individual provider limits vary — typically £5,000 to £500,000 per transfer depending on the platform and your identity verification level. Note that mobile wallet delivery has its own lower limits set by Bangladesh Bank.
Remittances received in Bangladesh for personal purposes are exempt from income tax. The government also pays a 2.5% cash incentive on all official inward remittances. Tax obligations in your sending country (UK, Australia, US etc.) may apply for large or regular transfers — a tax adviser can clarify your specific situation.
For bank deposits: the recipient's full name, bank account number, bank name, branch name, and 9-digit Bangladesh Bank routing number. For mobile wallet delivery (bKash/Nagad): just their registered mobile number. For larger amounts, their NID (National Identity Card) number may be required by the receiving bank.
All major Bangladeshi scheduled banks accept international remittances, including Sonali Bank, Dutch-Bangla Bank (DBBL), BRAC Bank, Islami Bank Bangladesh, City Bank, Eastern Bank Limited (EBL), Mercantile Bank, and Standard Chartered Bangladesh.