Send money to India from abroad
Fast, low-cost, and secure online money transfers to India from abroad.
The real cost of sending 1,000 USD to INR and transfer speed | Transfer speed | ||
Cheapest 3.96 USD | 3.96 USD 3.96 USD in hidden fees Should arrive within 1 business day | Should arrive within 1 business day | |
 5.59 USD | 5.59 USD 4.60 USD in hidden fees Should arrive within 4 business days | Should arrive within 4 business days | |
 7.51 USD | 7.51 USD 7.51 USD in hidden fees Should arrive in 3-5 business days | Should arrive in 3-5 business days | |
 10.29 USD | 10.29 USD no hidden fees Should arrive in 20 hours | Should arrive in 20 hours | |
 13.14 USD | 13.14 USD 3.15 USD in hidden fees Should arrive within 5 business days | Should arrive within 5 business days | |
 14.90 USD | 14.90 USD 14.90 USD in hidden fees Should arrive within 1 business day | Should arrive within 1 business day | |
 22.63 USD | 22.63 USD 19.64 USD in hidden fees Should arrive within 1 business day | Should arrive within 1 business day | |
 29.84 USD | 29.84 USD 29.84 USD in hidden fees Should arrive in 1-2 business days | Should arrive in 1-2 business days | |
 31.33 USD | 31.33 USD 31.33 USD in hidden fees Should arrive in 1-2 business days | Should arrive in 1-2 business days | |
 38.78 USD | 38.78 USD 33.78 USD in hidden fees Should arrive in 1-5 business days | Should arrive in 1-5 business days | |
How to send money to India from abroad in 3 easy steps
Enter amount to send in USD.
Pay in USD with your debit card or credit card, or send the money from your online banking.
Choose recipient in India.
Select who you want to send money to and which pay-out method to use.
Send USD, receive INR.
The recipient gets money in INR directly from Wise’s local bank account.
What is the easiest way to send money with Wise?
How to send money to India from abroad
- 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 India from abroad?
Pay a small, flat fee and percentage
To send money in USD to India from abroad, you pay a small, flat fee of 4.25 USD + 0.61% 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 India from abroad take?
On many popular routes, Wise can send your money within one day, as a same day transfer, or even an instant money transfer.
Sometimes, different payment methods or routine checks may affect the transfer delivery time. We’ll always keep you updated, and you can track each step in your account.
Your transfer route
Should arrive
by TuesdayBest ways to send money to India from abroad
Direct Debit
Direct Debit is a convenient option that lets us take money from your account once you have authorised the payment on our site. It takes a little more time for your money to reach Wise, and it can be more expensive than a bank transfer.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.
What you’ll need for your online money transfer to India from abroad
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 debit (ACH), wire 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.
Protecting you and your money
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.
Audited regularly
We make sure your money’s secure, and that Wise is financially stable. As we’re not a bank, your money isn’t FSCS protected — instead we safeguard it.
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 from abroad with the most international app
Looking for an app to send money from abroad? 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.
Wise works nearly everywhere
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