Send money to the USA
Fast, low-cost, and secure online money transfers from Hong Kong to the USA.
Should arrive in 10 hours
Save when you send money to the USA
| Sending 1,000 HKD with | Recipient gets(Total after fees) | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cheapest | 126.94 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 8 HKD Exchange rate(1 HKD USD) 0.127967 Exchange rate markup 0 HKD Cost of transfer 7.70 HKD | |||||||||||
 | 126.83 USD- 0.11 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 5 HKD Exchange rate(1 HKD USD) 0.127464 Exchange rate markup 3.64 HKD Cost of transfer 8.64 HKD | |||||||||||
 | 126.51 USD- 0.43 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 11.11 HKD Exchange rate(1 HKD USD) 0.127929 Exchange rate markup 0 HKD Cost of transfer 11.11 HKD | |||||||||||
 | 119.30 USD- 7.64 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 65 HKD Exchange rate(1 HKD USD) 0.127590 Exchange rate markup 2.65 HKD Cost of transfer 67.65 HKD | |||||||||||
 | 119.14 USD- 7.80 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 65 HKD Exchange rate(1 HKD USD) 0.127426 Exchange rate markup 3.93 HKD Cost of transfer 68.93 HKD | |||||||||||
 | 118.64 USD- 8.30 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 60 HKD Exchange rate(1 HKD USD) 0.126213 Exchange rate markup 13.41 HKD Cost of transfer 73.41 HKD | |||||||||||
 | 117.91 USD- 9.03 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 38.99 HKD Exchange rate(1 HKD USD) 0.122689 Exchange rate markup 40.96 HKD Cost of transfer 79.95 HKD | |||||||||||
 | 114.78 USD- 12.16 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 100 HKD Exchange rate(1 HKD USD) 0.127537 Exchange rate markup 3.06 HKD Cost of transfer 103.06 HKD | |||||||||||
 | 113.06 USD- 13.88 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 115 HKD Exchange rate(1 HKD USD) 0.127755 Exchange rate markup 1.36 HKD Cost of transfer 116.36 HKD | |||||||||||
 | 98.33 USD- 28.61 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 230 HKD Exchange rate(1 HKD USD) 0.127695 Exchange rate markup 1.83 HKD Cost of transfer 231.83 HKD | |||||||||||
How to send money to the USA in 3 easy steps
Enter amount to send in HKD.
Pay in HKD with your debit card or credit card, or send the money from your online banking.
Choose recipient in the USA.
Select who you want to send money to and which pay-out method to use.
Send HKD, receive USD.
The recipient gets money in USD directly from Wise’s local bank account.
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Get started with large transfersHow to send money to the USA from Hong Kong
How to send money to the USA from Hong Kong
- Just tap in how much, and where to.
- Then make a local payment to Wise, whether it's with a bank transfer, swift or your debit or credit card.
- And that's it.
Wise converts your money at the 'inter-bank' rate – the real rate – so you save big time (even versus the guys saying there's 'zero' commission). On Wise, there's no room for sneaky bank surcharges or creeping hidden charges.
How much does it cost to transfer money to the USA?
Pay a small, flat fee and percentage
To send money in HKD to the USA, you pay a small, flat fee of 5.96 HKD + 0.52% of the amount that's converted (you'll always see the total cost upfront).
Fee depends on your chosen transfer type
Some transfer types have different fees which are usually tiny.
No hidden fees
No big fees, hidden or otherwise. So it's cheaper than what you're used to.
How long will a money transfer to the USA take?
A money transfer from Hong Kong (HKD) to the USA (USD) should arrive in 10 hours. Sometimes transfer times can differ based on payment methods or verification changes. We’ll always keep you updated, and you can track each step in your account.
On many popular routes, Wise can send your money within one day, as a same day transfer, or even an instant money transfer.
Your transfer route
Should arrive
in 10 hoursWhat you’ll need for your online money transfer to the USA
Register for free.
Sign up online or in our app for free. All you need is an email address, or a Google or Facebook account.
Choose an amount to send.
Tell us how much you want to send. We’ll show you our fees upfront, and tell you when your money should arrive.
Add recipient’s bank details.
Fill in the details of your recipient’s bank account.
Verify your identity.
For some currencies, or for large transfers, we need a photo of your ID. This helps us keep your money safe.
Pay for your transfer.
Send your money with a bank transfer, or a debit or credit card.
That’s it.
We’ll handle the rest. You can track your transfer in your account, and we'll tell your recipient it's coming.
Best ways to send money to the USA
Bank Transfer
Bank transfers are usually the cheapest option when it comes to funding your international money transfer with Wise. Bank transfers can be slower than debit or credit cards, but they usually give you the best value for your money. Read more how to use bank transfers as a payment option.Debit Card
Paying for your transfer with a debit card is easy and fast. It’s also usually cheaper than credit card, as credit cards are more expensive to process. Read more about how to pay for your money transfer with a debit card.Credit Card
Paying for your transfer with a credit card is easy and fast. Wise accepts Visa, Mastercard and some Maestro cards. Read more about how to pay for your money transfer with a credit card.Apple Pay
If you’ve enabled Apple Pay on your phone, you can use it to pay for a transfer with Wise. Paying with Apple Pay is a convenient and quick way to send money abroad. If you’re using a credit card, watch out for extra charges. Some banks consider these payments as cash withdrawal, and they may charge you extra fees.Google Pay
If you’ve enabled Google Pay on your phone, you can use it to pay for a transfer with Wise. Paying with Google Pay is a convenient and quick way to send money abroad. If you’re using a credit card, watch out for extra charges. Some banks consider these payments as cash withdrawal, and they may charge you extra fees.
Trust Wise with safe & secure money transfers to the USA
Safeguarded with leading banks
We hold your money with established financial institutions, so it's separate from our own accounts and in our normal course of business not accessible to our partners. Read more here.
Extra-secure transactions
We use 2-factor authentication to protect your account and transactions. That means you — and only you — can get to your money.
Data protection
We’re committed to keeping your personal data safe, and we’re transparent in how we collect, process, and store it.
Dedicated anti-fraud team
We work round the clock to keep your account and money protected from even the most sophisticated fraud.
Send money to the USA from Hong Kong with the most international app
Looking for an app to send money to the USA? Sending money is easy with Wise app.
- Cheaper transfers abroad - free from hidden fees and exchange rate markups.
- Check exchange rates - see on the app how exchange rates have changed over time.
- Repeat your previous transfers - save the details, and make your monthly payments easier.
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See why customers choose Wise for their international money transfers
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