As a UK based freelance developer I was wondering what approach it is the most used when it's time to get paid.<p>The options seems to be:<p>1) Open a US bank account<p>2) Get paid via wire transfer<p>3) Use Paypal or similar<p>Number 1 is probably the best options for the clients but potentially hard to manage. Number 2 seems to be the best option but it can be a bit of a hassle to the clients (and also a little bit costly). Number 3 seems pretty straightforward but it's definitely the easiest option but also the most expensive.<p>I was thinking also in maybe being able to open an account in US dollars in the UK and have clients transfer the payment to this account.<p>Anyone can help out?<p>Thanks
I use a currency broker to kill two birds with one stone. <a href="http://currencyfair.com" rel="nofollow">http://currencyfair.com</a> lets me accept deposits to local bank accounts in several countries, and then get a pretty decent rate converting the money to, e.g., GBP or PLN.<p>Thinking about it, I'm pretty amazed that the system works so flawlessly. Their customer service is pretty hot - I discussed whether all of this was possible with them in advance and got the go-ahead. Definitely get in touch with them!
I live in Toronto, CA and have been a freelancer for a number of years and have several US-based clients.<p>2). Wire transfer is the most sensible option for you.
Another option you do not mention is an old fashioned check :)<p>Definitely open a U.S. bank account.
Some international banks such as HSBC, Citi etc. have provisions where you can have multiple accounts in different countries and can transfer money to/from easily and cheaply (or even free ). The catch is that they might expect you to maintain large balances. Not sure if this works for you but just FYI.