The live mid-rate ZAR to GBP exchange rate is 0.041031. Compare Wise currency conversion rates - Reduce FX costs.
The best ZAR to GBP exchange rate is our partner deal rate of 0.0408 from OFX . This is -0.56% compared to the mid-market rate 0.041031.
The standard OFX ZAR-GBP rate is 0.040538628, -1.2% from the mid-rate. Visit OFX here to secure the better rate.
As exchange rates can vary significantly between banks and also between currency exchange providers, it's therefore important to carefully compare South African rand (ZAR) to British pound (GBP) rates from different sources before making a conversion.
Looking at our comparison table the best ZAR to GBP exchange rate is 0.0408 from OFX, -0.56% from the mid-market rate 0.041031. The next best rate is 0.0408 from XE, -0.56% from the mid-rate. Then WorldRemit with 0.0404 is -1.5% from the mid-rate.
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 Wise or platforms that offer rates closer to the mid-market rate.
The Wise Rand to Sterling comparison table above makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by Wise and other foreign exchange providers against the latest ZAR-GBP mid-rate (see Market Data below ) and the possible savings of using various providers.
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.
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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.
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South African rand (ZAR) to British pound (GBP) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.
| Date | ZAR/GBP | Period |
|---|---|---|
26 Apr 2025 | 0.0402 | 2 Week |
09 Feb 2025 | 0.0435 | 3 Month |
10 May 2024 | 0.0429 | 1 Year |
11 May 2020 | 0.0440 | 5 Year |
13 May 2015 | 0.0533 | 10 Year |
15 May 2005 | 0.0853 | 20 Year |
Here are some popular conversion amounts for ZAR to GBP (South African rand to British pound)*.
*Converted at the current ZARGBP interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.
The recent forecasts for the GBP to ZAR exchange rate indicate a challenging environment for the British pound, particularly in light of geopolitical tensions and economic data releases. The announcement of a 10% tariff on UK imports by U.S. President Donald Trump has exacerbated existing trade concerns, as the UK navigates post-Brexit economic realities. This tariff, part of a broader trade conflict, adds to the negative sentiment surrounding the pound, leading to a downward trend even against a backdrop of hawkish messaging from the Bank of England (BoE).
Read our full review of recent GBP to ZAR forecasts.
There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting South African rand to British pound:
Generally speaking, if you are buying British pound with South African rand, then it's better for the ZAR/GBP 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 the United Kingdom — a practical currency and money guide to travel in the United Kingdom plus living and doing business with the British pound.
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 ZAR/GBP to your personalised Rate Tracker to track and benefit from currency movements.
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