Send money from the UK to France
Buying property in France, relocating or moving savings can involve a significant GBP to EUR transfer. Currencyflow lets you see the exchange rate available to you upfront, with transparent pricing and personal support when you want it.
- See your GBP to EUR exchange rate instantly
- Transparent 0.25%-0.40% margin, depending on transfer size
- No Currencyflow payment transfer fees
- Personal support, including direct access to our founder
Send, save... & relax.
Transparent pricing, always shown upfront.
Your funds are safeguarded and kept separate from Currencyflow's operational funds. They are held in segregated safeguarded accounts through our FCA-authorised payment institution partner, Sciopay Ltd (FRN 927951).
By Freddie Smith, Founder & CEO, Currencyflow · Updated 1 October 2026
Sending money from the UK to France? Here's what to know
A transfer from the UK to France may be tied to a property deposit, completion payment, relocation or another euro-denominated cost. Where there's a fixed payment date, it's worth thinking about when you want to convert your pounds rather than leaving the currency decision until the deadline.
The GBP to EUR market rate can move while you're planning the payment. Currencyflow lets you see the exchange rate available to you upfront, so you can understand the euro amount before you commit.
Why people transfer money from the UK to France
Buying property in France
Supporting family in France
Paying tuition or living costs
Moving savings across borders
Why send money to France with Currencyflow
| Feature | Currencyflow | High Street Banks |
|---|---|---|
| Exchange Rate | Low-margin, personalised | Often 3-5% markup |
| Transfer Fees | None | Yes, plus possible SWIFT fees |
| Speed | Same-day or next working day | 2-5 working days |
| Support | Phone, email, live chat, WhatsApp | Call centres or in-branch |
| Rate Lock | Yes | Rarely offered |
| Account Setup | Fast and guided by a specialist | Paperwork-heavy, slower |
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Currencyflow indicative GBP to EUR rate
1 GBP = 1.1835 EUR
As of , the Currencyflow indicative GBP to EUR rate is 1 GBP = 1.1835 EUR, based on a £50,000 transfer with a 0.30% margin.
Your actual exchange rate may vary depending on the amount you send because our margin varies by transfer size. See our rates, margins and fees →
Currencyflow rates are indicative and confirmed when you book. No payment transfer fees.
Get a personalised GBP to EUR quote →Currencyflow GBP to EUR rates by transfer amount
Currencyflow exchange rates vary according to the amount you send.
| You send (GBP) | You receive (EUR) | Currencyflow rate | Margin | Payment transfer fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £5,000 | €5,911 | 1 GBP = 1.1823 EUR | 0.40% | None |
| £10,000 | €11,823 | 1 GBP = 1.1823 EUR | 0.40% | None |
| £20,000 | €23,645 | 1 GBP = 1.1823 EUR | 0.40% | None |
| £50,000 | €59,173 | 1 GBP = 1.1835 EUR | 0.30% | None |
| £75,000 | €88,777 | 1 GBP = 1.1837 EUR | 0.28% | None |
| £100,000 | €118,369 | 1 GBP = 1.1837 EUR | 0.28% | None |
| £200,000 | €236,810 | 1 GBP = 1.1841 EUR | 0.25% | None |
| £300,000 | €355,215 | 1 GBP = 1.1841 EUR | 0.25% | None |
| £500,000 | €592,025 | 1 GBP = 1.1841 EUR | 0.25% | None |
| £1,000,000 | €1,184,050 | 1 GBP = 1.1841 EUR | 0.25% | None |
| £2,000,000 | €2,368,101 | 1 GBP = 1.1841 EUR | 0.25% | None |
| £5,000,000 | €5,920,252 | 1 GBP = 1.1841 EUR | 0.25% | None |
Currencyflow rates are indicative, updated hourly, and confirmed when you book. No payment transfer fees.
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How to transfer money to France from the UK
See your exchange rate
Open your account
Send your funds
We make your international payment
Planning your GBP to EUR transfer
Property and relocation payments can have fixed dates
Fix a rate for a future transfer
Set a target rate if your timing is flexible
See GBP to EUR rates and history
Sending pounds to a French bank account
If you’re sending money from the UK to France, the recipient account may be held with a major French bank such as BNP Paribas, Crédit Agricole, Société Générale or La Banque Postale.
After you’ve agreed your GBP to EUR exchange rate, you send your pounds using the bank details provided when you book your transfer. We convert the GBP into euros at the agreed rate and send the EUR to the French account you’ve given us.
French bank accounts use an IBAN, and euro payments can be sent through SEPA, the European payment network used by banks across France and the wider SEPA area.
If you’re relocating, buying a home or moving savings to France, the beneficiary may be your own account or a professional involved in the transaction, so it’s important to check the recipient name, IBAN and any payment reference carefully before the transfer is made.
How long does it take to transfer money from the UK to France?
Most transfers from the UK to France arrive same day or next working day. Speed depends on:
- Time of day you fund the transfer
- Whether all recipient details are complete
- Required compliance checks
- French banking hours and holidays
What you'll need to send money from the UK to France
To transfer money to a French bank account, you'll need:
- Valid photo ID (e.g. passport or driving licence)
- Proof of UK address (e.g. utility bill or bank statement)
- Recipient's full name and French bank details (IBAN)
- Purpose of the transfer (e.g. property, family, savings)
Legal and tax notes for UK to France transfers
- The UK doesn't charge tax for sending personal funds abroad
- France may require incoming transfers over €10,000 to be declared, especially if considered a gift
- Property-related transfers typically don't count as gifts, but must be documented
- France and the UK have a double taxation agreement, so income (like pensions) isn't taxed twice
- If you're transferring large sums, speak with a French tax advisor to ensure everything is reported properly
Why trust Currencyflow
Your funds are safeguarded
Client funds are held in segregated safeguarded accounts through our FCA-authorised payment institution partner, Sciopay Ltd (FRN 927951), separate from Currencyflow's operational funds.
Personal support when you want it
Speak with us by phone, WhatsApp or email, including direct access to our founder, Freddie, when you want to talk through your transfer.
Secure account and payment processes
Currencyflow uses security measures including two-factor authentication and transaction monitoring to help protect accounts and payments.
Frequently asked questions
Written by
Freddie SmithFounder & CEO, Currencyflow
Freddie Smith is the Founder and CEO of Currencyflow, an international foreign exchange and payments specialist focused on high-value transfers for individuals and businesses worldwide. With over 12 years of commercial experience across financial services and digital media, including several years working with financial services comparison platforms, Freddie has spent his career at the intersection of partnerships, growth strategy, and money movement. He founded Currencyflow to bring transparent, fixed-margin pricing and personal relationship management to clients making significant international transfers.
Last updated 1 October 2026
