• The challenges of sending money to Iran from the UK
• Why MahCard is one of the best solutions
• Step-by-step instructions for your transfer
• Fees, exchange rates, and delivery times

1. Can You Send Money to Iran from the UK?

Yes — but not through conventional banks or major remittance services.

Financial sanctions mean services like PayPal, Western Union, MoneyGram, and UK bank SWIFT transfers do not operate for Iran.

Most UK-based Iranians rely on:

• Unregulated currency exchangers (sarafi), which can be risky
• Friends travelling to Iran carrying cash (slow & unsafe)
• Specialized money transfer services like MahCard

2. Why MahCard Is Different

MahCard is a UK & EU-friendly service designed for expats and travelers.

With MahCard, you can:

• Send GBP, EUR, or TRY from your UK bank to our European/Turkish accounts
• Have the funds delivered in Iranian Rials within 24–48 hours
• Enjoy competitive real market exchange rates
• Pay a flat 7% fee — no hidden costs
• Avoid the risks of informal channels

3. How to Send Money from the UK to Iran – Step by Step

1. Get in touch: Contact MahCard via WhatsApp or our website chat to confirm the transfer amount.
2. Receive transfer details: We’ll provide our EU or Turkish bank account details.
3. Make the payment: Send your GBP/EUR from your UK bank and share your payment receipt.
4. Delivery in Iran: Within 24–48 hours, your recipient will receive Rials directly into their Iranian bank account or as a cash pickup.

4. How Much Does It Cost?

• Flat 7% service fee, built into the exchange rate
• No extra bank charges for EU transfers (SEPA)
• Transparent — you’ll know exactly how much your recipient will get before you send

Example:
If you send £1,000, your recipient will get the Rial equivalent minus the fee, calculated at our real-time market rate.

5. How Long Does It Take?

• Most transfers arrive within 24–48 hours after we receive your payment.
• UK bank to EU account transfers often complete same-day or next-day.

6. Why Not Use Sarafi?

While sarafi offices in the UK do send money to Iran, they:

• Often have no online presence or customer protection
• May use inconsistent exchange rates
• Can be slower or riskier

MahCard gives you a regulated, documented, and digital process.

7. Frequently Asked Questions

Is it legal to send money to Iran from the UK?
Yes, as long as you use permitted channels and comply with UK and EU regulations. MahCard operates within these frameworks.

What currencies can I send?
GBP, EUR, or TRY.

Is there a minimum amount?
Yes — €500 (or GBP equivalent).

Can I send from the UK to multiple recipients?
Yes, just let us know in advance.

8. Start Your Transfer Today

Sending money to Iran from the UK in 2025 doesn’t have to be complicated. With MahCard, it’s:

• Fast (24–48 hours)
• Transparent (flat fee, real rates)
• Safe (trusted by expats worldwide)

Click here to start your transfer now →