{"id":7525,"date":"2025-02-06T05:15:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-06T05:15:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/?p=7525"},"modified":"2025-03-26T09:46:04","modified_gmt":"2025-03-26T09:46:04","slug":"why-banks-charge-high-fees-on-international-transactions-all-charges-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/why-banks-charge-high-fees-on-international-transactions-all-charges-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Why banks charge high fees on international transactions\u2014All charges explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;69f9fac06b058&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Why-Banks-Charges-High-Fees-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"This image explains why sending money abroad through banks can be expensive. It highlights hidden charges, extra fees, and costly exchange rates.\" class=\"wp-image-7528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Why-Banks-Charges-High-Fees-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Why-Banks-Charges-High-Fees-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Why-Banks-Charges-High-Fees-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Why-Banks-Charges-High-Fees-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Why-Banks-Charges-High-Fees.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge image: This image explains why sending money abroad through banks can be expensive. It highlights hidden charges, extra fees, and costly exchange rates.\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1  uagb-block-bda2db57  uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab   \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#why-are-bank-fees-for-wire-transfers-so-high\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Why are bank fees for wire transfers so high?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#all-charges-applicable-on-international-money-transfers-wire-transfers\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">All charges applicable on international money transfers (Wire Transfers)<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#how-much-do-indian-banks-charge-for-international-money-transfers\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">How much do Indian banks charge for international money transfers?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#tips-to-save-money-on-international-money-transfers\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Tips to save money on international money transfers<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#in-conclusion\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">In conclusion<\/a><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<div style=\"height:6px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ever sent money abroad, you\u2019d have definitely been subject to high fees on the transfer from your bank.&nbsp;But have you wondered why banks charge such high fees on international transactions?&nbsp;<br><br>Banks charge these fees to cover the costs of processing the transaction, such as staffing overheads, ensuring compliance with regulations, and converting currencies.&nbsp;Also, in this article, we\u2019ll take a look at the common fees applicable to international remittances along with tips on reducing them. Let\u2019s begin!<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why are bank fees for wire transfers so high?<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In India, sending money abroad under the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/rbi-rules-lrs-scheme-indians-study-abroad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS)<\/a><\/strong> involves a lot of paperwork, so banks follow a fixed exchange rate, called the &#8216;card-rate&#8217;, set by their Treasury every business day before 10 AM, which is valid till 4 PM. Since exchange rates slightly change throughout the day, the rate a sender sees in the morning may be different by noon. If the new rate is lower, the sender might expect to get the lower rate, leading to disputes. To avoid this and protect their margin, banks fix this card rate, ensuring stability against market fluctuations.<br><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bank card rates include a built-in thick margin, called the \u2018exchange markup\u2019 (typically 2%\u20135%) over the Inter-bank rate, allowing banks to earn better revenue, which means the exchange rate you get is higher than the ones you see on Google.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-verse\">When you check exchange rates on Google, you usually see the \u2018Mid-market rate\u2019 or \u2018Inter-Bank Rate (IBR)\u2019. It is the real rate shared by financial markets, which is the average point between the buy and sell rate, which is not a transaction-related rate.<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This \u2018exchange markup\u2019 also helps them manage risks from exchange rate fluctuations and ensures the institution does not incur a loss when doing the transfer.<br>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They add the margin and transfer fees to cover overhead costs, operational risks, and regulatory requirements.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;69f9fac06c1ca&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/International-Money-Transfer-process-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"This image explains how international money transfers work, highlighting the different stages and fees involved. It covers exchange rates, sending bank fees, intermediary bank charges, and beneficiary bank charges.\" class=\"wp-image-7531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/International-Money-Transfer-process-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/International-Money-Transfer-process-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/International-Money-Transfer-process-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/International-Money-Transfer-process-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/International-Money-Transfer-process.jpg 1643w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge image: This image explains how international money transfers work, highlighting the different stages and fees involved. It covers exchange rates, sending bank fees, intermediary bank charges, and beneficiary bank charges.\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">All charges applicable on international money transfers (Wire Transfers)<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Currency conversion fees <br><br><\/strong>Banks often charge hidden currency conversion fees instead of listing them separately. This is why some banks waive international wire fees when sending money abroad.&nbsp; They make money by offering an unfavourable exchange rate. These rates are usually range from 2% to 5% above the mid-market rate.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sending bank charges<br><br><\/strong>Banks charge a service fee for initiating international transfers to cover processing costs and operational expenses. These fees may be a fixed amount or a percentage of the transfer. The service fee varies depending on the bank, transfer method, and destination.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Intermediary bank charges<br><br><\/strong>An intermediary bank also known as a correspondent bank helps transfer money between two banks that do not have a direct financial relationship. This third-party (intermediary) bank receives funds from the sender\u2019s bank and forwards them to the beneficiary\u2019s bank, usually charging USD 15-30 (~Rs. 1,300-2,600) for this service.<br><br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/intermediary-bank-charge-fully-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Intermediary Bank Charge Fully Explained<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>GST<br><br><\/strong>Goods and Services Tax (GST) is applicable to international money transfers from India. This varies based on the transfer amount. For transfers up to \u20b91 lakh, the GST ranges from a minimum of \u20b945 to a maximum of \u20b9180. For amounts between \u20b91 lakh and \u20b910 lakh, the GST varies from \u20b9180 to \u20b9990. For transfers exceeding \u20b910 lakh, the GST can range from \u20b9990 to \u20b960,000.<br><br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>TCS<\/strong><br><br>Tax Collected at Source (TCS) is applicable on remittance transactions. This tax can be adjusted against your tax liability when filing ITR. If you have to pay zero ITR then it\u2019ll be refunded to you in full by the government.<br><br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>To know more about TCS, read our article below;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/tcs-on-money-transfer-from-india-to-abroad-simple-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TCS on Money Transfer Abroad from India \u2013 Simple Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much do Indian banks charge for international money transfers?<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Charge<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Currency Conversion Fee<\/strong><\/td><td>2% to 5% (Ex: Rs 1.5 to Rs 5 margin per USD transferred)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sending Bank Charges<\/strong><\/td><td>Rs 350 to Rs 2500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GST<\/strong><\/td><td>Starts from Rs 45 (depends on transaction volume)<br><br>Refer Article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/gst-on-foreign-exchange-transactions-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How much GST on foreign exchang<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/gst-on-foreign-exchange-transactions-in-india\/\">e transactions<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Intermediary Bank Fee<\/strong><\/td><td>USD 15-30 (i.e., Rs 1,300-2,600)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TCS<\/strong><\/td><td>It depends on your purpose and volume of money transfer<br><br><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Comparison table of international money transfer fees in Indian banks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Banks&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.extravelmoney.com\/blog\/rbi-rules-on-outward-remittance-money-exchange\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Outward remittance<\/a> fee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>HDFC<\/strong><\/td><td>Up to USD 500:&nbsp; \u20b9500 + 18% GST<br><br>Above USD 500: \u20b91000 + 18% GST<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>AXIS<\/strong><\/td><td>Savings\/Prime Accounts: \u20b91000 + 18% GST<br><br>Priority Accounts: \u20b9500 + 18% GST<br><br>Burgundy\/Burgundy Private Accounts: \u20b9100 + 18% GST<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>ICICI<\/strong><\/td><td>Branch Transfer (all currencies other than USD in USA): \u20b91000 + 18% GST<br><br>Branch Transfer (USD): \u20b91500 + 18% GST<br><br>Online Transfer (all currencies other than USD ): \u20b9750 + 18% GST<br><br>Online Transfer (USD) \u20b91000 + 18% GST<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>SBI<\/strong><\/td><td>Exchange Rate: 1-3% Markup over interbank rate<br><br>Service Fee: \u20b9299 &#8211; \u20b9550 + 18% GST<br><br>Intermediary Bank Fee: \u20b91000 &#8211; \u20b92500 + 18% GST<br><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>DBS<\/strong><\/td><td>Up to \u20b91,60,000: \u20b91000<br><br>Above \u20b91,60,000:&nbsp; No charges<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>HSBC<\/strong><\/td><td>0.3% of the amount sent (Min. \u20b9100, Max. \u20b91500)<br><br>Wire Transfer Charge: \u20b9200<br><br>Additional Charge (OUR Option): \u20b91200 + GST<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips to save money on international money transfers<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Research exchange rates and compare different services<\/strong><br><br>Don&#8217;t settle for the first rate you see! Research and compare for the best deal. Different providers offer varying rates, so aim for one close to the mid-market rate to avoid extra charges.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Negotiate with your bank for better rates<\/strong><br><br>When you&#8217;re using your bank for international transfers, don\u2019t just accept the first rate they offer. Banks often have flexibility, especially for customers doing larger transactions. Ask if they can offer a more competitive rate on your international money transfers you may get a better deal while transferring funds.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use online transfer services<\/strong><br><br>When looking for a convenient and cost-effective way to send money, online transfer services can be a great option. They allow you to send funds quickly and easily.<br><br>You can use <a href=\"http:\/\/extravelmoney.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>ExtravelMoney.com<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong>a trusted platform with over 6,000 RBI-authorised partnered exchange houses, to send money from India to countries around the world.<br><br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>5% more savings <\/strong>compared to bank rates<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transfers are completed within <strong>48 working hours<\/strong>.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated<strong> expert support<\/strong> is available to resolve all your queries and ensure the transaction happens smoothly.<br><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"margin-right:0;margin-left:0\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ways to Avoid High Bank Fees When Transferring Money Abroad.\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kNBy0OynQDc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In conclusion<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>International money transfers can be costly because of several fees, including conversion fees, intermediary bank fees, and exchange rate markups. 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