How to send money online
2- Verify ID
Before your first transaction, bring a valid ID to a Western Union agent location to verify your identity.
3- Start a Transfer
Start a transfer by selecting “Send Money”.
4- CASH or Bank Account?
Select whether you’re sending to a bank account or for cash pick-up.
5- Fill in the data
Enter your transfer details and receiver’s information.
6- Pay
Pay your transaction with your bank account.
7- Share the MTCN
Share the unique Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) with your receiver.
*Western Union also makes money from currency exchange. When choosing a money transmitter, carefully compare both transfer fees and exchange rates. Fees, foreign exchange rates and taxes may vary by brand, channel, and location based on a number of factors. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.
It’s global
Send money to billions of bank accounts** or for cash pick-up at one of our agent locations around the world.
It’s quick
Depending on the service you choose, your loved ones will be able to pick up the money in minutes**.
It’s convenient
It takes just a few clicks to set up your transfer. Once the payment is confirmed, your money is on its way.
It’s reliable
Know where your money is at all times – use your unique MTCN to track the transfer on our website.
**Funds may be delayed or services unavailable based on certain transaction conditions, including amount sent, destination country, currency availability, regulatory issues, identification requirements, Agent location hours, differences in time zones, or selection of delayed options. Additional Restrictions may apply. See terms for details.
Check the status of your money transfer
Western Union® offers the possibility to check your money transfer status on-line. To find out if the money that was sent is available for pick-up, you can use our online Money Transfer Tracking service.