Our OFX GBP to AED transfer rate is 4.839. This is -0.5% below the mid-rate. Compare OFX currency conversion rates - Reduce FX costs.
Our deal OFX GBP to AED exchange rate is 4.839. This is -0.5% compared to the latest GBP-AED mid-market rate 4.8633. Visit OFX now to receive this rate.
The standard OFX GBP-AED rate is 4.7787, -1.7% from the mid-rate.
As exchange rates can vary significantly between banks and also between currency exchange providers, it's therefore important to carefully compare British pound (GBP) to United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) rates from different sources before making a conversion.
Looking at our comparison table the best GBP to AED exchange rate is 4.839 from OFX, -0.5% from the mid-market rate 4.8633. The next best rate is 4.8341 from XE, -0.6% from the mid-rate. Then Wise with 4.8293 is -0.7% from the mid-rate.
The Western Union rate is 4.8147 which is -1% from the mid-rate.
Among the banks, the Lloyds Bank rate is 4.5939 at -5.5%, the Royal Bank of Scotland rate is 4.6231 at -4.9%, and the Barclays Bank rate is 4.6931 at -3.5% compared to the mid-rate 4.8633.
It's important to note that exchange rates also fluctuate frequently due to market conditions. Additionally, banks and foreign exchange providers often apply a margin to the exchange rate, resulting in a less favorable rate for customers compared to the mid-market rate. For more competitive rates, you might consider using a specialized currency exchange service like OFX or platforms that offer rates closer to the mid-market rate.
The table below shows OFX British pound (GBP) Send Money exchange rates with the percentage of margin being charged from the current market mid-rate :
| Currency route | Mid market rate | OFX Send Money Rate | Cost% |
|---|---|---|---|
| GBP - AED | 4.8633 | 4.839 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - AUD | 2.0790 | 2.0686 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - BND | 1.7437 | 1.6642 | -4.6% |
| GBP - CAD | 1.8376 | 1.8284 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - CHF | 1.0810 | 1.0756 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - CNY | 9.6859 | 9.3924 | -3% |
| GBP - CZK | 29.29 | 29.14 | -0.51%* |
| GBP - DKK | 8.7187 | 8.6751 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - EUR | 1.1681 | 1.1623 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - FJD | 3.0321 | 2.9101 | -4% |
| GBP - HKD | 10.27 | 10.22 | -0.49%* |
| GBP - HUF | 476.62 | 474.24 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - IDR | 22,274 | 21361.4193 | - |
| GBP - ILS | 4.8858 | 4.8614 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - INR | 113.54 | 109.5056 | -3.6% |
| GBP - JPY | 188.84 | 187.9 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - KRW | 1,887.8 | 0.965 | - |
| GBP - KWD | 0.4061 | 0.4041 | -0.49%* |
| GBP - LKR | 395.06 | 381.8083 | -3.4% |
| GBP - MAD | 12.31 | 11.8996 | -3.3% |
| GBP - MGA | 6,046.5 | 5665.2329 | - |
| GBP - MXN | 26.50 | 26.37 | -0.49%* |
| GBP - MYR | 5.8425 | 5.8133 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - NOK | 13.99 | 13.92 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - NZD | 2.2322 | 2.221 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - OMR | 0.5097 | 0.4959 | -2.7% |
| GBP - PEN | 4.9509 | 4.7802 | -3.4% |
| GBP - PGK | 5.3972 | 5.1523 | -4.5% |
| GBP - PHP | 75.07 | 74.69 | -0.51%* |
| GBP - PKR | 371.84 | 360.9683 | -2.9% |
| GBP - PLN | 5.0075 | 4.9825 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - SAR | 4.9685 | 4.8162 | -3.1% |
| GBP - SBD | 11.06 | 9.8971 | -10.5% |
| GBP - SCR | 18.87 | 17.4627 | -7.5% |
| GBP - SEK | 12.93 | 12.87 | -0.46%* |
| GBP - SGD | 1.7425 | 1.7338 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - THB | 44.45 | 44.23 | -0.49%* |
| GBP - TOP | 3.1881 | 2.9741 | -6.7% |
| GBP - TRY | 50.44 | 50.19 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - TWD | 42.96 | 41.2126 | -4.1% |
| GBP - USD | 1.3241 | 1.3175 | -0.5%* |
| GBP - VND | 34,190 | 32291.1051 | - |
| GBP - VUV | 157.20 | 148.8196 | -5.3% |
| GBP - WST | 3.7074 | 3.3636 | -9.3% |
| GBP - XOF | 766.20 | 740.2072 | -3.4% |
| GBP - XPF | 139.39 | 135.0118 | -3.1% |
| GBP - ZAR | 25.04 | 24.91 | -0.52%* |
* BER discount rate that we have negotiated with OFX. To obtain these special rates, click through to OFX from our above exchange rate comparison tool.
The OFX Sterling to United Arab Emirates dirham comparison table above makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by OFX and other foreign exchange providers against the latest GBP-AED mid-rate (see Market Data below ) and the possible savings of using various providers.
OFX has a 20-year history and is one of the largest foreign exchange specialists in the world. It offers a complete foreign exchange solution, including discounted money transfers, currency hedging tools, recurring transfers, a multi-currency account for online sellers and much more.
OFX grew from the idea that there had to be a better, fairer way to move money around the world. That was over 20 years ago, and since then over 1 million customers have trusted OFX with transfers in 50+ currencies to over 170 countries.
OFX don’t just offer great rates, they believe real help from real people counts. That’s why their clients get the best of both worlds – a seamless digital platform, combined with 24/7 phone access to currency experts.
When it comes to moving money, peace of mind is important. OFX is monitored by over 50 regulators globally and work within a network of carefully selected banking partners. So whether you are sending money to friends and family abroad, or doing business across borders, OFX can get your money where it needs to go. Fast, simple, secure.
Using OFX for money transfers offers the benefit of lower fees and competitive exchange rates compared to traditional banks, making international transactions more cost-effective.
Additionally, OFX provides 24/7 customer support, a range of transfer options including spot and forward contracts, and a user-friendly online platform, enhancing convenience and flexibility for global financial transactions.
OFX offers exchange rates that beat the banks, and are close or equal to the rates offered by the industry’s lowest-cost services.
When you register via our OFX 0.5% exclusive offer for BER users the cost of sending, for example, 5,000 US dollars to Australia equates to 0.5 percent of the transferred amount, or roughly US$25. You’d pay the same 0.5 percent for the same amount to be sent to Europe and around 1 percent if sending to India. This compares with 4–7 percent with the banks.
For other currency routes we looked at (routes involving AUD, INR, GBP, EUR, SGD and USD), the average cost of an international payment with OFX was 0.6 percent of the transferred amount. This is exceptional if compared with banks but can be a little more expensive than what is charged by the industry’s lowest-cost services, although such services do not offer the same benefits and customer service as OFX.
British pound (GBP) to United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.
| Date | GBP/AED | Change | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
01 Apr 2025 | 4.7468 | 2.1% ▲ | 2 Week |
15 Jan 2025 | 4.4966 | 7.8% ▲ | 3 Month |
15 Apr 2024 | 4.5709 | 6% ▲ | 1 Year |
16 Apr 2020 | 4.5870 | 5.7% ▲ | 5 Year |
18 Apr 2015 | 5.4941 | 11.8% ▼ | 10 Year |
20 Apr 2005 | 7.0435 | 31.2% ▼ | 20 Year |
Here are some popular conversion amounts for GBP to AED (British pound to United Arab Emirates dirham)*.
| GBP | AED |
|---|---|
| £ 205.60 | د.إ 1,000 |
| £ 1,028 | د.إ 5,000 |
| £ 4,112 | د.إ 20,000 |
| £ 20,560 | د.إ 100,000 |
More amounts
*Converted at the current GBPAED interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.
Recent forecasts and currency market updates indicate a challenging outlook for the GBP to AED exchange rate, as the pound is grappling with significant pressures stemming from domestic economic issues and external trade dynamics. The announcement of a 10% tariff on UK imports by U.S. President Donald Trump has heightened concerns regarding the GBP's performance amid escalating trade tensions. Analysts suggest that this tariff, part of a broader trade war, has contributed to a decline in the pound’s value against major currencies, including the United Arab Emirates dirham.
Read our full review of recent GBP to AED forecasts.
There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting British pound to United Arab Emirates dirham:
Generally speaking, if you are buying United Arab Emirates dirham with British pound, then it's better for the GBP/AED exchange rate to be higher.
However working against you are the fees all foreign exchange providers charge for providing their service. These fees is usually contained within the exchange rate margin (or difference to the mid-rate).
The transaction margin you end up being charged can be considerably reduced by around a few percent (of total amount being exchanged) for travel money and possibly over 5% to 6% when sending money. The exact potential savings depends on the currencies being exchanged and the amount you are transferring and if you are willing to shop around.
Our real-time foreign transfer and travel money/cards comparison calculators make shopping around easy and help you calculate how much you can save.
Read our Currency guide to UAE — a practical currency and money guide to travel in UAE plus living and doing business with the United Arab Emirates dirham.
It's worth noting that while these tips can help you save on exchange rates, it's important to be aware that no single method is guaranteed to provide the best exchange rate in every situation, and it may require some research and comparison-shopping to find the best option for your specific needs.
It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.
To help with this you can add GBP/AED to your personalised Rate Tracker to track and benefit from currency movements.
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| United Kingdom (GBP) | UAE (AED) |
Yes, the Emirati dirham (AED) is a freely exchangeable currency. It is pegged to the United States dollar (USD) at a fixed exchange rate of 1 AED to 0.272294 USD. This means that the value of the AED is fixed relative to the USD, and the exchange rate does not fluctuate.
The Emirati dirham can be exchanged for other currencies at banks, currency exchange offices, and bureaux de change. It is also possible to exchange AED for other currencies online or through international money transfer services.
The Emirati dirham is widely accepted in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and can be used to make purchases at most stores and restaurants. It is also accepted in a number of other countries in the Middle East and North Africa. However, it may be difficult to use AED in other parts of the world, and it is best to check with your bank or a currency exchange office before traveling.
Yes, foreigners are allowed to buy property in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). However, there are some restrictions and regulations that apply to property ownership by foreigners.
In general, foreigners are allowed to buy property in the UAE, but they are not allowed to own land. Instead, they can only own the buildings and structures that are built on the land. This means that foreigners cannot own land outright, but they can lease land from the government for a period of up to 99 years.
Read more at our UAE (AED) country guide
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