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ICICI Bank₹1,00,000 to USD · Generic outward remittance / LRS
Wise vs ICICI Bank: Which Gives You More USD?
Compare Wise and ICICI Bank by estimated recipient payout, not only by the displayed rate. The winner can change with transfer amount and timing.
Wise vs ICICIRecipient gets
$1,020.48Total estimated cost
₹2,756.34Payout comparison
ICICI Bank gives $3.86 more than WiseLast updated timestamp
31 May 2026, 5:52 pm ISTSome banks may provide a higher estimated payout than Wise for this amount. Rankings are based on estimated recipient amount, not the headline rate.
Provider rankings change with transfer size
A provider that wins for ₹50,000 may not win for ₹8,00,000 or ₹24,00,000. Fixed fees, rate markups, and taxes affect each provider differently.
Best payout today
ICICI Bank
Recipient gets:
$1,020.48
The amount your recipient is estimated to receive.
Why it ranks first:
- ✓Better effective rate
- ✓Higher recipient payout than Wise
- ✓Recipient amount is what matters
Wise vs ICICI Bank Comparison
Default example: Amount ₹1,00,000, currency USD, purpose generic outward remittance / LRS.
| Provider | Effective rate | Provider fee | Rate markup | Estimated GST | Total estimated cost | Recipient gets | Payout insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICICI BankBank
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97.99 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,396.34 | ₹360 | ₹2,756.34 | $1,020.48The amount your recipient is estimated to receive. | ICICI Bank gives $3.86 more than Wise |
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WiseFintech
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98.36 | ₹1,578.39 | ₹0 | ₹464.11 | ₹2,042.5 | $1,016.62The amount your recipient is estimated to receive. | Wise gives $3.86 less than ICICI Bank |
ICICI BankBank
Recipient gets
$1,020.48
The amount your recipient is estimated to receive.
ICICI Bank gives $3.86 more than Wise
Effective rate97.99
Provider fee₹1,000
Rate markup₹1,396.34
Estimated GST₹360
Total cost₹2,756.34
WiseFintech
Recipient gets
$1,016.62
The amount your recipient is estimated to receive.
Wise gives $3.86 less than ICICI Bank
Effective rate98.36
Provider fee₹1,578.39
Rate markup₹0
Estimated GST₹464.11
Total cost₹2,042.5
Indicative estimates only. Final amount may vary based on time. Excludes TCS and correspondent bank charges.
GST is an estimate based on Rule 32(2)(b) slab method and fixed bank fees; final GST may vary by provider valuation method, and the provider's final invoice is authoritative.
Why Prism FX compares Wise and ICICI this way
We rank providers by the estimated USD your recipient gets. A better-looking rate can still lose once fees and taxes are included.
That is why the top row is the provider estimated to send the most money to the recipient.
Best Option for ₹1,00,000 USD Transfer
For this snapshot, ICICI Bank sends the most estimated USD: $1,020.48. This can change when rates refresh or when you change the transfer amount.
Detailed Cost Breakdown
The total cost combines visible fees, rate markup, estimated tax, and the effect of the conversion rate. The final USD payout is the number to compare.
Why Banks May Beat Wise
- 1Wise fees may scale with transfer amount.
- 2Banks may have lower fixed fees for some outward remittance amounts.
- 3Banks may quote different TT sell rates at different times.
- 4Estimated GST and forex spread can change the effective cost.
- 5The best provider depends on amount, currency, and timing.
What Is Included in This Comparison
Wise
- ✓Transparent quoted fee
- ✓Live quote estimate
- ✓Fast digital experience
- ✓Some India-specific taxes may be shown as estimates
Banks
- ✓TT sell rate
- ✓Fixed fee
- ✓Estimated GST
- ✓May require branch/RM process
- ✓Possible correspondent charges
FAQs About Wise vs Bank Forex Rates
Is Wise always cheaper than Indian banks?
No. Wise may be convenient and transparent, but some Indian banks can provide a higher estimated recipient amount depending on transfer size, effective rate, fees, and Estimated GST.
Why can banks beat Wise?
A bank may charge less or use a better conversion rate for a specific amount. The best option is the one that sends the most money to the recipient.
Does the Wise quote include Estimated GST and TCS?
Wise may not show every India-specific tax separately in public quote details. Prism FX estimates GST where possible. TCS depends on your transfer purpose and LRS usage.
What is the best way to compare Wise and banks?
Compare the estimated recipient amount after effective rate, fees, Estimated GST, and known charges.
Are these rates final?
No. Rates are indicative and may change before transfer confirmation.