Wise GBP to HKD Exchange Rates - Compare & Save

Wise at a glance

Wise (formerly TransferWise) always aim to convert money at the real mid-market exchange rate. There’s just a small, fair service fee, and it’s all shown up-front, this fee normally works out to be less than 1% of the amount being exchanged.

Exchange guaranteed within 2 business days - Pay via Bank Transfer or VISA/Mastercard debit cards.

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Multi-currency Accounts

With a Wise Account you receive a unique set of account details with which you can get paid like a local. Together with an account number, you’ll receive a SWIFT, BSB, routing and/or sort code and anything else needed to receive funds in those currencies.

Domestic & International - Share these for someone to pay you in the same currency by local bank transfer.

United States dollar

British pound

Euro

Australian dollar

Canadian dollar

Hungarian forint

New Zealand dollar

Singapore dollar

Turkish lira

International Only - Share these for someone to pay you any currency Wise supports by SWIFT transfer.

United Arab Emirates dirham

Bulgarian lev

Swiss franc

Chinese yuan

Czech koruna

Danish krone

Hong Kong dollar

Israeli shekel

Japanese yen

Norwegian krone

Polish złoty

Swedish krona

Ugandan shilling

South African rand

Wise Travel debit card

The Wise debit card are free to set up and use. And there's never any monthly fee and minimum balance to worry about.

You get two free ATM withdrawals worldwide up to a max amount every 30 days, then a charge on additional withdrawals.

Auto-convert any currency - Spend in any currency and the Wise smart tech will auto-convert it with the lowest possible fee.

Unlike practically all other Travel cards you can pay foreign currency into this card via your own personal foreign bank accounts.

What Savings Can You Expect?

Savings on Wise money transfers are substantial relative to banks and traditional money changers, although the amounts saved will of course depend on how much is being transferred.

Wise advertises that its transfers are “up to 8 times cheaper” than those performed by banks, but what does that mean in real currency terms? How many dollars, pounds, francs or pesos are we talking about? Let’s take a look.

When compared with other FX specialists, Wise consistently ranks near the very top for savings on international payments, across a range of currencies and amounts.

Although Wise won’t be the absolute cheapest on every currency route, it will at least show you exactly how much you are being charged in currency terms before you make your decision, which is more than can be said for banks or traditional money changers, who hide all sorts of charges within the exchange rates offered.

Wise products

The Wise card let's you spend anywhere, with low conversion fees. Buy things online in any currency, or pay for things on holiday. If you don’t have the currency you need in your Wise Account, they’ll auto-convert it with the lowest possible fee.

GBP to HKD Market Data

British pound (GBP) to Hong Kong dollar (HKD) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

Sell GBP → Buy HKD

1 GBP = HKD

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90d-highs

GBP to HKD is at 90-day highs near 10.49, 3.5% above its 3-month average of 10.14, having traded in a relatively stable 7.3% range from 9.7802 to 10.49

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1 HKD = 0.094974 GBP

Date	GBP/HKD	Change	Period
07 May 2025	10.31	1.9% ▲	2 Week
20 Feb 2025	9.8525	6.7% ▲	3 Month
21 May 2024	9.9198	5.9% ▲	1 Year
22 May 2020	9.4368	11.4% ▲	5 Year
24 May 2015	12.00	12.4% ▼	10 Year
26 May 2005	14.17	25.8% ▼	20 Year

GBP/HKD historic rates & change to 21-May-2025

What are equivalent amounts of GBP and HKD?

Here are some popular conversion amounts for GBP to HKD (British pound to Hong Kong dollar)*.

GBP	HKD
£ 1	HK$ 10.53
£ 5	HK$ 52.65
£ 10	HK$ 105.30
£ 20	HK$ 210.60
£ 50	HK$ 526.50
£ 100	HK$ 1,053
£ 250	HK$ 2,633
£ 500	HK$ 5,265
£ 1,000	HK$ 10,530
£ 2,000	HK$ 21,060
£ 5,000	HK$ 52,650
£ 10,000	HK$ 105,300
£ 20,000	HK$ 210,600
£ 50,000	HK$ 526,500
£ 100,000	HK$ 1,053,000

GBP	HKD
£ 0.0950	HK$ 1
£ 0.4749	HK$ 5
£ 0.9497	HK$ 10
£ 1.8995	HK$ 20
£ 4.7487	HK$ 50
£ 9.4974	HK$ 100
£ 23.74	HK$ 250
£ 47.49	HK$ 500
£ 94.97	HK$ 1,000
£ 189.95	HK$ 2,000
£ 474.87	HK$ 5,000
£ 949.74	HK$ 10,000
£ 1,899	HK$ 20,000
£ 4,749	HK$ 50,000
£ 9,497	HK$ 100,000

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*Converted at the current GBPHKD interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.

Forecasts for GBP to HKD

21 MayRecent forecasts for the GBP to HKD exchange rate indicate a complex interplay of factors influencing both currencies. The British pound (GBP) experienced volatility following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 10% tariff on UK imports, part of his broader trade strategy. This development is expected to weigh on the pound, particularly as it struggles with mixed signals from the Bank of England (BoE). Chief Economist Huw Pill's comments highlighted concerns over rapid rate cuts, suggesting a continued downward trajectory for rates fueled by persistent disinflation. Analysts point to the upcoming consumer price index as a critical indicator that could impact expectations for BoE policy and, in turn, GBP valuations.

Read our full review of recent GBP to HKD forecasts.

How to get a good GBP to HKD exchange rate

There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting British pound to Hong Kong dollar:

Shop around for the best GBP/HKD exchange rate: Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare rates from different sources before making a conversion.
Timing is important: Keep an eye on the GBP/HKD rate on currency markets, as exchange rates can fluctuate frequently. Try to make your transactions when the exchange rate is in your favor. You can do this easily with our BER Smart Rate Tracker.
Use a credit/debit or travel card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees: Some credit cards charge additional fees for transactions made in a foreign currency, so it's important to check with your card issuer to see if they charge these fees and what their exchange rate is.
Use a multi-currency account: Having a multi-currency account allows you to hold and transfer money in both GBP and HKD at close to the interbank rate. It also allows you to make payments or withdrawals in the local currency while avoiding high conversion fees.
Buy currency in advance: If you know that you will need foreign currency in the future, consider buying it in advance when the exchange rate is favorable.

The key is reducing excessive costs and fees

Generally speaking, if you are buying Hong Kong dollar with British pound, then it's better for the GBP/HKD 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 Hong Kong — a practical currency and money guide to travel in Hong Kong plus living and doing business with the Hong Kong dollar.

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.

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Will the British pound rise against the Hong Kong dollar?

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/HKD to your personalised Rate Tracker to track and benefit from currency movements.

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Rather than requiring you to set a target rate, our Rate Alerts keep you informed of recent trends and movements of currency pairs.

Add rates to your Rate Tracker and select to receive an daily email (mon-fri) or when a rate is trending

Currency Country Guides

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How is the expat life in Hong Kong?

Expat life in Hong Kong can be both exciting and challenging. Hong Kong is a vibrant and fast-paced city with a rich culture, history, and a mix of modern and traditional influences. It is also a major financial and business hub in Asia.

One of the main benefits of expat life in Hong Kong is the high standard of living and the availability of amenities and services. The city has a wide range of international schools, hospitals and medical facilities, supermarkets, and other amenities catering to expats.

Hong Kong is also known for its excellent transportation system, making it easy to navigate and commute around the city.

However, the cost of living in Hong Kong is quite high, especially for housing. The city has some of the most expensive real estate in the world and finding affordable housing can be a challenge for expats.

The city is also known for its fast-paced lifestyle and high stress levels, which can be challenging for some people. The air pollution and noise pollution can also be an issue.

Additionally, Hong Kong has a high population density and the city can feel crowded and congested. Some expats may find the city to be quite crowded and busy, which can be overwhelming.

The political situation in Hong Kong

The political situation in Hong Kong has been uncertain in recent years, which can be a concern for some expats. Protests and unrest have been taking place, and travelers should be aware of the situation and take precautions.

Overall, expat life in Hong Kong can be a rich and fulfilling experience, but it also has its challenges. Expats should be prepared for the high cost of living, fast-paced lifestyle, and the potential for political unrest.

Read more at our Hong Kong (HKD) country guide