Send Money from the United States (USD)

RemitRoutes compares transfer costs from United States (USD) to 19+ destinations worldwide. The comparison covers traditional providers like Wise and digital asset rails using USDC stablecoins — ranked by all-in cost (transfer fee plus any FX markup). No signup required.

On-ramp exchanges for USD senders

These exchanges allow you to convert USD to USDC or other stablecoins and send via low-cost blockchains (Stellar, Tron, Solana) to recipients worldwide. RemitRoutes compares the full on-ramp + chain + off-ramp cost against traditional providers for each corridor.

USD transfer destinations

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest way to send money from the US internationally?

Digital asset rails using USDC on low-fee blockchains (Stellar, Tron, Solana) are typically the cheapest option, often costing under 1% total. Among traditional providers, Wise offers the most transparent fees with mid-market exchange rates.

How long does an international transfer from the US take?

Crypto transfers settle in seconds to minutes. Wise typically completes in 1–2 business days. Western Union and traditional banks can take 3–5 business days depending on the corridor.

Do I need a US bank account to send money internationally from the US?

Not necessarily. Platforms like Coinbase let you fund transfers with a debit card. However, most traditional providers like Wise require a linked US bank account or debit card.

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