Cheapest Way to Send Money from Finland to India
A live, no-nonsense comparison of what Finnish money-transfer providers actually deliver in India — ranked by how many INR land in your recipient’s account, not by marketing claims.
Quick answer
Sending €1,000 from Finland to India, the most you receive is ₹1,10,192 via Instarem. Wise ranks #2 of 17, delivering ₹1,10,085 — with the transparent mid-market rate and a small fixed fee.
| # | Provider | Fee | Rate | They receive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | InstaremCheapest | €0.00 | 110.19 | ₹1,10,192 |
| 2 | Wise | €6.68 | 110.83 | ₹1,10,085 |
| 3 | WorldRemit | €1.99 | 110.11 | ₹1,09,896 |
| 4 | State Bank of India | €0.00 | 109.80 | ₹1,09,801 |
| 5 | Western Union | €1.99 | 109.97 | ₹1,09,754 |
| 6 | Xoom | €0.00 | 109.16 | ₹1,09,164 |
| 7 | BNP Paribas | €0.00 | 108.99 | ₹1,08,987 |
| 8 | Sparkasse | €15.00 | 109.76 | ₹1,08,116 |
| 9 | ABN AMRO Bank | €14.00 | 108.63 | ₹1,07,111 |
| 10 | Monese | €30.00 | 110.27 | ₹1,06,963 |
| 11 | Rabobank | €16.00 | 108.26 | ₹1,06,526 |
| 12 | BBVA | €6.00 | 106.48 | ₹1,05,845 |
| 13 | OFX | €10.00 | 106.90 | ₹1,05,830 |
| 14 | Deutsche Bank | €36.55 | 109.33 | ₹1,05,338 |
| 15 | LaCaixa | €27.00 | 108.12 | ₹1,05,197 |
| 16 | UniCredit | €40.25 | 108.60 | ₹1,04,232 |
| 17 | La Banque Postale | €37.90 | 104.66 | ₹1,00,697 |
Comparing €1,000 · rates from Wise’s public Comparison API, refreshed hourly (as of August 2026). Figures are a benchmark; the exact amount depends on payment method and timing. The table is ordered purely by amount received. NordicExpat may earn a commission if you open a Wise account through our link, at no extra cost to you — it does not affect the ranking.
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Most Finnish banks add a 3–5% hidden margin on the exchange rate when you send money abroad. Wise uses the real mid-market rate with a small, transparent fee shown upfront — so more of your money actually arrives.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way to send money from Finland to India?
On a transfer of €1,000, Instarem currently delivers the most in India — ₹1,10,192. Wise ranks #2 of 17, using the mid-market exchange rate with a small transparent fee. Rankings are ordered purely by how much the recipient receives.
How much does it cost to send €1,000 from Finland to India?
The cheapest provider (Instarem) charges a €0.00 fee and delivers ₹1,10,192. The difference between the best and worst provider on the same €1,000 can be several hundred rupees, so the provider you choose matters more than the headline "no fee" claims.
Is Wise cheaper than a Finnish bank for sending money to India?
In this comparison, Wise delivers ₹1,10,085 versus ₹1,09,801 through State Bank of India — a difference of ₹283 on €1,000. Banks usually build their margin into a worse exchange rate rather than a visible fee.
How often are these exchange rates updated?
The comparison is refreshed hourly from Wise’s public Comparison API, which publishes Wise’s own quote alongside competitors’ advertised fees and rates. Figures are a benchmark for guidance; the exact amount you receive depends on your payment method, the amount, and timing.