Would you like to send money to Dubai? We’re here to explain the payment process, so that you have all the information that you need to transfer your funds in a secure, hassle-free manner. It’s quick and straightforward to set up a Moneycorp account, as you’ll see; once you’ve done this, you’ll be able to send your money on its way. We’ll convert your pounds to UAE dirham at a competitive rate, and you won’t have to worry about excessive transfer fees. Let’s get started!

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You can sign up online or over the phone for either a personal or business account with Moneycorp.
Save time and money when you send money to Dubai
2 minute readSigning up for a Moneycorp account requires only a few minutes of your time. You can add funds to your account via debit card or bank transfer once you have completed the process, and it’s then simply a question of exchanging your pounds to UAE dirham and making hassle-free international payments. When you partner with us, you’ll have the ability to exchange up to 33 currencies online and 120+ over the phone.
We also offer the option of setting up an international direct debit to Dubai on a weekly or monthly basis with our Regular Payment Plan.
Can I send money to Dubai online?
Sending money to Dubai via our online platform couldn’t be easier. Start by navigating to the ‘Send a Payment’ page, and then either add a new recipient or select from your list of existing recipients. Once you’ve specified how much money you’d like to exchange, we’ll process your online money transfer, and your money will be safely on its way.
Your online account grants you 24/7 access to your money. You can set up rate alerts for the GBP to AED exchange rate; we’ll notify you via email and/or SMS if the rate has moved to your desired level. Our dedicated team of currency specialists will be on hand to offer any assistance should you need any help, and they’ll also help you make international payments over the phone.
Send money to Dubai with Moneycorp
Our international payment solutions will meet all of your requirements, whether you’re looking to make regular payments to Dubai, considering purchasing a Dubai beachfront property, or seeking to spend your retirement years in the UAE. You can make international transfers online and over the phone when you partner with Moneycorp. We are proud to offer fee-free online international transfers; the only fees that we charge are for our Regular Payment Plan, which enables you to set up an automated payment schedule, and payments that are made via telephone. There’s no question that using Moneycorp’s services is one of the best ways to transfer money to Dubai.
Common questions about sending money to Dubai
How long do payments to Dubai take?
When you send money to Dubai from the UK with Moneycorp, most payments will arrive within 1-2 working days. Regardless of how much money you wish to send, we’ll make sure that your payment arrives on time; large money transfers do not take longer to arrive than smaller transfers. You can track your payments and view your full transaction history online.
How much does it cost to send money to Dubai?
When you partner with Moneycorp, you can enjoy fee-free online international transfers to Dubai. You’ll also benefit from competitive exchange rates and receive access to our FX tools without being charged any additional costs. You will only incur online fees if you decide to automate your recurring payments with a Regular Payment Plan.
Over-the-phone transfers to Dubai cost a flat rate of £15, which makes Moneycorp an economical option for large money transfers.
What information do I need for a bank transfer to Dubai?
You will need to provide Moneycorp with the following information to make an overseas payment to Dubai:
- The full name and address of the account holder
- The name of the recipient’s bank
- The recipient’s bank account number
- The receiving bank’s BIC/SWIFT code
- The recipient’s IBAN
- Your reason for making the transfer
Read our in-depth guides on IBAN numbers and BIC/SWIFT codes to learn more about how these codes are used by financial institutions.
What does an IBAN from Dubai look like?
Every bank account in Dubai is assigned an IBAN. IBANs, or International Bank Account Numbers, allow banks to identify the correct recipient account when processing overseas payments. The standard length of an IBAN in Dubai is 23 characters. Dubai IBANs consist of an ISO Country Code (AE), two check digits, a three-digit Bank Identifier Code and a 16-digit bank account number.
Example of a Dubai IBAN in print format:
AE02 0040 0030 0157 8946 600
Is there a limit on how much money you can send to Dubai?
There is a £100,000 upper limit on personal transfers that can be made through our online platform to Dubai. When you make transfers over the phone, on the other hand, there is no upper limit in place. Contact your Moneycorp account manager by telephone in order to make larger payments from the UK to Dubai.
Can I send money to all Dubai banks through my Moneycorp account?
You can make payments to most popular banks in Dubai when you partner with Moneycorp. These banks include, but are not limited to:
- Emirates National Bank of Dubai (ENBD)
- Dubai Islamic Bank
- Standard Chartered (UAE)
- Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB)
- Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB)
If your bank is not included on this list, it does not necessarily mean that we're unable to fulfil your payment. Speak with one of our specialists to see if we can assist you.
What is the current GBP to AED exchange rate?
The British Pound to AED exchange rate was 4.44 at the beginning of 2023. As with all exchange rates, however, this rate is subject to constant change. Use our Currency Zone to stay up to date with the British Pound to AED exchange rate.