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Send money to Uganda

Save on your online money transfer to Uganda from Australia. Transfer Australian dollar to Ugandan shilling quickly, safely and join over 12.8 million people using Wise.
  • Low fees — fees get cheaper the more you send
  • Lightning fast — money typically arrives in seconds
  • Perfectly predictable — lock in an exchange rate for up to 48 hours
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 Rate guaranteed
  • Balance transfer fee
    0 AUD
  • Our fee
    12.02 AUD
  • Dynamic charges
    1.70 AUD

Total included fees (0.64%)
13.72 AUD
  • You could save up to 38.92 AUD

Should arrive by Friday

Send money to Uganda

Save on your online money transfer to Uganda from Australia. Transfer Australian dollar to Ugandan shilling quickly, safely and join over 12.8 million people using Wise.
  • Low fees — fees get cheaper the more you send
  • Lightning fast — money typically arrives in seconds
  • Perfectly predictable — lock in an exchange rate for up to 48 hours
Open an account
 Rate guaranteed
  • Balance transfer fee
    0 AUD
  • Our fee
    12.02 AUD
  • Dynamic charges
    1.70 AUD

Total included fees (0.64%)
13.72 AUD
  • You could save up to 38.92 AUD

Should arrive by Friday

Compare fees for when you send money to Uganda

The total cost of a transfer is the fee plus exchange rate. If your provider says there’s no fee, check their exchange rate against the one Wise offers. You might be paying more than you think.

Wise
Wise
Remitly
Remitly

Recipient gets

(Total after fees)

2,325,523 UGX2,289,433 UGX

Exchange rate markup

0 AUD21.32 AUD

Exchange rate

(1 AUDUGX)

2,343.972,294.00

Transfer fee

7.87 AUD1.99 AUD

Total transfer cost

7.87 AUD23.31 AUD
This applies when you pay in via bank transfer or ACH payments. How do we collect this data?
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  • We help 12.8 million customers move £30bn every quarter, worldwide
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How to send money to Uganda from Australia

Open a free account today in minutes. Then set up your first transfer in 3 easy steps.

  • Send to bank accounts around the world. Your recipient doesn't need Wise to receive money. Just enter bank details like you would a domestic transfer.
  • If your recipient has Wise, you can look them up on our network and send to them in seconds.
  • Enter the amount you want to send. Check out the fees — and see exactly how much you’ll get on the other side.
  • Pay in Australian dollars by bank transfer, card, PayID, or using money already in your Wise account. Once we get the money, we’ll convert it and send it to your recipient.
  • Depending on how you pay, this usually takes seconds.

How to send money to Uganda from Australia

Open a free account today in minutes. Then set up your first transfer in 3 easy steps.

  • Send to bank accounts around the world. Your recipient doesn't need Wise to receive money. Just enter bank details like you would a domestic transfer.
  • If your recipient has Wise, you can look them up on our network and send to them in seconds.
  • Enter the amount you want to send. Check out the fees — and see exactly how much you’ll get on the other side.
  • Pay in Australian dollars by bank transfer, card, PayID, or using money already in your Wise account. Once we get the money, we’ll convert it and send it to your recipient.
  • Depending on how you pay, this usually takes seconds.

How to send money to Uganda from Australia

Open a free account today in minutes. Then set up your first transfer in 3 easy steps.

  • Send to bank accounts around the world. Your recipient doesn't need Wise to receive money. Just enter bank details like you would a domestic transfer.
  • If your recipient has Wise, you can look them up on our network and send to them in seconds.
  • Enter the amount you want to send. Check out the fees — and see exactly how much you’ll get on the other side.
  • Pay in Australian dollars by bank transfer, card, PayID, or using money already in your Wise account. Once we get the money, we’ll convert it and send it to your recipient.
  • Depending on how you pay, this usually takes seconds.

Get fees as low as 0.1% on large transfers

Buying property, retiring abroad, making investments? We’re here to support with life-changing money moves.

  • Earn discounts when you send over 20,000 GBP.
  • Get dedicated support from a team of specialists in large transfers.

Secure money transfers to Uganda

Every transfer you make is protected with HTTPS encryption and 2-step verification. And we run millions of checks each day to protect every transaction from fraud.

  • Rock-solid technology
    Super smart Wisers have built our industry-leading security systems from scratch over the last 12 years.
  • People who care, 24/7
    With over 1,000 anti-fraud specialists, and real human help available every minute, we’re on hand when you’ve got questions.
  • Your money, not ours
    Your money is safeguarded, and held completely separate from ours, so it’s available to you all the time.

Best ways to send money to Uganda with WISE

The best way to send Australian dollar to Ugandan shilling is from a Wise balance. It’s cheapest and usually arrives in seconds. Bank transfers are also cheap, but can be slower.

  • Wise account

    Wise account

    If you have a Wise multi-currency account, you can use money in your account to fund your transfer. It’s cheap and fast — just set up your money transfer as you normally would, and choose a Wise account transfer when paying.

Cheapest way to send money to Uganda from Australia

The cheapest way to send AUD to Uganda is from a Wise balance and costs 13.72 AUD. We use the mid-market exchange rate — the fairest rate — and always show your fees upfront.

AUD

UGX

Sending AUDTransfer cost
Wise balance13.72 AUD

Send money to Uganda from Australia with the Wise app

Looking for an app to send money to Uganda? Send money on the go with Wise.

  • Cheap transfers abroad

    Free from hidden fees, you’ll always get the mid-market exchange rate with Wise.

  • Track exchange rates

    Save your favourite currencies to check how the exchange rate changes over time.

  • Real-time notifications

    Know exactly what you’ve spent, as soon as you spend it.

Send money to Uganda from Australia with the Wise app

Looking for an app to send money to Uganda? Send money on the go with Wise.

  • Cheap transfers abroad

    Free from hidden fees, you’ll always get the mid-market exchange rate with Wise.

  • Track exchange rates

    Save your favourite currencies to check how the exchange rate changes over time.

  • Real-time notifications

    Know exactly what you’ve spent, as soon as you spend it.

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Do more with Wise in Australia

You can use Wise for much more than just sending money. Here is what's available, based on where you live.

  • Wise balance for Australian dollar.

    Receive money fast

    Get paid easily in other currencies with global account details.

  • A Wise debit card.

    Save on spending abroad

    Pay and withdraw cash worldwide without any foreign transaction fees.

  • 3.16%On AUD

    Earn returns

    Earn returns every working day, and spend them instantly. Capital at risk.1

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  1. This general advice presented by Wise Australia Investments Pty Ltd (AFSL: 545411) has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider whether the product is appropriate for your financial circumstance and read the fund's Product Disclosure Statement before making a decision on the advice.

    Investments can fluctuate, and your capital is at risk. Interest is not a deposit product and your capital is not protected under the Financial Claims Scheme. The Variable rate is based on the Yield to Maturity as of 28/02/2025 and is exclusive of Wise fees. Past performance does not guarantee future growth. Franklin Templeton is the issuer and fund manager of the Franklin Government Cash Fund.

    Interest is offered by Wise Australia Investments Pty Ltd ACN 659 961 083. Wise Australia Investments Pty Ltd holds an Australian Financial Services licence (AFSL) number 545411 issued by the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC). The currency account is provided by Wise Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL: 513764).

    Please be aware that we do not offer investment advice, and you may be liable for taxes on any earnings. If you're uncertain, we urge you to seek professional advice. To find out more about the Funds, visit our website.