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Sending 1,000 CAD with | Recipient gets(Total after fees) | ||||||||||
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Cheapest | 720.66 USD | ||||||||||
Transfer fee 0 CAD Exchange rate(1 CAD USD) 0.720662 Exchange rate markup 7.40 CAD Cost of transfer 7.40 CAD | |||||||||||
720.60 USD- 0.06 USD | |||||||||||
Transfer fee 7.70 CAD Exchange rate(1 CAD USD) 0.726190 Exchange rate markup 0 CAD Cost of transfer 7.48 CAD | |||||||||||
719.22 USD- 1.44 USD | |||||||||||
Transfer fee 1.99 CAD Exchange rate(1 CAD USD) 0.720653 Exchange rate markup 7.41 CAD Cost of transfer 9.40 CAD | |||||||||||
709.98 USD- 10.68 USD | |||||||||||
Transfer fee 0 CAD Exchange rate(1 CAD USD) 0.709976 Exchange rate markup 22.12 CAD Cost of transfer 22.12 CAD | |||||||||||
708.76 USD- 11.90 USD | |||||||||||
Transfer fee 3.99 CAD Exchange rate(1 CAD USD) 0.711597 Exchange rate markup 19.88 CAD Cost of transfer 23.87 CAD | |||||||||||
707.50 USD- 13.16 USD | |||||||||||
Transfer fee 0 CAD Exchange rate(1 CAD USD) 0.707501 Exchange rate markup 25.52 CAD Cost of transfer 25.52 CAD | |||||||||||
703.81 USD- 16.85 USD | |||||||||||
Transfer fee 15 CAD Exchange rate(1 CAD USD) 0.714526 Exchange rate markup 15.85 CAD Cost of transfer 30.85 CAD | |||||||||||
702.02 USD- 18.64 USD | |||||||||||
Transfer fee 1.99 CAD Exchange rate(1 CAD USD) 0.703421 Exchange rate markup 31.14 CAD Cost of transfer 33.13 CAD | |||||||||||
695.18 USD- 25.48 USD | |||||||||||
Transfer fee 2.99 CAD Exchange rate(1 CAD USD) 0.697269 Exchange rate markup 39.62 CAD Cost of transfer 42.61 CAD | |||||||||||
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How to send money to the USA from Canada in 3 easy steps
Enter amount to send in CAD.
Pay in CAD with your debit card or credit card, or send the money from your online banking.
Choose recipient in the USA.
Select who you want to send money to and which pay-out method to use.
Send CAD, receive USD.
The recipient gets money in USD directly from Wise’s local bank account.
What you’ll need for your online money transfer to the USA from Canada
1
Register for free.
Sign up online or in our app for free. All you need is an email address, or a Google or Facebook account.
2
Choose an amount to send.
Tell us how much you want to send. We’ll show you our fees upfront, and tell you when your money should arrive.
3
Add recipient’s bank details.
Fill in the details of your recipient’s bank account.
4
Verify your identity.
For some currencies, or for large transfers, we need a photo of your ID. This helps us keep your money safe.
5
Pay for your transfer.
Send your money from Direct debit, wire transfer, Bill payment, or a debit or credit card.
6
That’s it.
We’ll handle the rest. You can track your transfer in your account, and we'll tell your recipient it's coming.
How much does it cost to transfer money to the USA from Canada?
Pay a small, flat fee and percentage
To send money in CAD to the USA from Canada, you pay a small, flat fee of 2.64 CAD + 0.51% of the amount that's converted (you'll always see the total cost upfront).
Fee depends on your chosen transfer type
Some transfer types have different fees which are usually tiny.
No hidden fees
No big fees, hidden or otherwise. So it's cheaper than what you're used to.
Fees for our low cost transfers
Fixed fee
2.64 CAD
Variable feeup to 175,158 CAD/month
0.51%
Variable feemore than 175,158 CAD/month
How long will a money transfer to the USA from Canada take?
A money transfer from Canada (CAD) to the USA (USD) should arrive by Tuesday. Sometimes transfer times can differ based on payment methods or verification changes. We’ll always keep you updated, and you can track each step in your account.
On many popular routes, Wise can send your money within one day, as a same day transfer, or even an instant money transfer.
Your transfer route
Should arrive
by Tuesday
Best ways to send money to the USA from Canada
Bank Transfer
Bank transfers are usually the cheapest option when it comes to funding your international money transfer with Wise. Bank transfers can be slower than debit or credit cards, but they usually give you the best value for your money. Read more how to use bank transfers as a payment option.
Direct Debit
Direct Debit is a convenient option that lets us take money from your account once you have authorised the payment on our site. It takes a little more time for your money to reach Wise, and it can be more expensive than a bank transfer.
Debit Card
Paying for your transfer with a debit card is easy and fast. It’s also usually cheaper than credit card, as credit cards are more expensive to process. Read more about how to pay for your money transfer with a debit card.
Credit Card
Paying for your transfer with a credit card is easy and fast. Wise accepts Visa, Mastercard and some Maestro cards. Read more about how to pay for your money transfer with a credit card.
Apple Pay
If you’ve enabled Apple Pay on your phone, you can use it to pay for a transfer with Wise. Paying with Apple Pay is a convenient and quick way to send money abroad. If you’re using a credit card, watch out for extra charges. Some banks consider these payments as cash withdrawal, and they may charge you extra fees.
Google Pay
If you’ve enabled Google Pay on your phone, you can use it to pay for a transfer with Wise. Paying with Google Pay is a convenient and quick way to send money abroad. If you’re using a credit card, watch out for extra charges. Some banks consider these payments as cash withdrawal, and they may charge you extra fees.
Protecting you and your money
Safeguarded with leading banks
We hold your money with established financial institutions, so it’s separate from our own accounts and in our normal course of business not accessible to our partners. Read more here.
Extra-secure transactions
We use 2-factor authentication to protect your account and transactions. That means you — and only you — can get to your money.
Data protection
We’re committed to keeping your personal data safe, and we’re transparent in how we collect, process, and store it.
Dedicated anti-fraud team
We work round the clock to keep your account and money protected from even the most sophisticated fraud.
Online scams are on the rise. Learn how to stay safe.
Send money to the USA from Canada with the Wise app
Looking for an app to send money to the USA from Canada? Sending money is easy with Wise app.
- Cheaper transfers abroad - free from hidden fees and exchange rate markups.
- Check exchange rates - see on the app how exchange rates have changed over time.
- Repeat your previous transfers - save the details, and make your monthly payments easier.
Learn more about the Wise app
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