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Send Money from United Kingdom to France

Businesses in United Kingdom paying France suppliers for Aerospace. Send GBP from United Kingdom, receive EUR in France with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

✓ Competitive Advantage: Local GBP collection + local EUR delivery = no correspondent bank fees

Save £1,525 per £100k Payment

United Kingdom to France corridor savings

Traditional Bank
£2,030
  • ❌ 2-3 day settlement
  • ❌ Multiple correspondent banks
  • ❌ Hidden FX margins
  • ❌ High SWIFT fees
Unicorn Currencies
£505
  • ✓ T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
  • ✓ Local GBP collection
  • ✓ Transparent 0.5% spread
  • ✓ SEPA Instant Credit Transfer
Your Savings
75%
£1,525 per £100k
At £300k-£3M monthly, save £3,816/year

Sending from United Kingdom: What You Need to Know

GBP Origin Specifics

  • GBP free-floating currency
  • Post-Brexit customs documentation
  • FCA regulated payment services

Your Local Advantages

  • Local GBP account available
  • Faster Payments instant collection
  • No correspondent bank fees on origin side
Local Collection Method
Faster Payments
Instant (T+0) • UK domestic instant payments. Money available immediately.

Paying Suppliers in France: Compliance & Requirements

Regulatory Considerations

  • ACPR (Prudential Supervision Authority) oversight
  • VAT (20%) documentation required
  • French commercial invoice requirements (facture)
  • IBAN mandatory for all EUR payments

Payment Best Practices

  • France = Luxury goods and aerospace leader, premium quality
  • Wine/spirits imports require specific customs documentation
  • French suppliers value long-term relationships and punctual payment
  • Paris and Lyon hubs for fashion and aerospace respectively
Destination Settlement
T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
via SEPA Instant Credit Transfer

United Kingdom → France Corridor Insights

Popular Industries

  • Aerospace
  • Luxury Goods
  • Wine & Spirits

Peak Trading Hours

GMT to GMT time zone consideration

Best for rate execution and faster settlement

Typical Volume

£50k-£250k

Average transaction size for this corridor
Monthly volume: £300k-£3M
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Ready to Send GBP from United Kingdom to France?

Save 75% on every payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Local GBP collection available.

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