Walmart offers money transfer services through MoneyGram, a popular financial services company.
You can send or receive money at any Walmart store with a MoneyGram location.
MoneyGram services are available during Walmart store hours, which vary by location.
To use MoneyGram services at Walmart, you'll need to have a valid government-issued ID.
Walmart MoneyGram Services
You can send or receive money at the store's MoneyCenter or a customer service desk. This service is made possible by Walmart's partnership with Ria, a leading money transfer service.
Walmart2World is a low-cost international money transfer service that uses MoneyGram to process international transfers. This service allows you to send money to and from Walmart stores in the US.
Here are the fees associated with Walmart2World: $4 to send up to $50, $8 to send $51 to $1,000, and $16 to send $1,001 to $2,500. These fees are the same regardless of where the sender and the recipient are located.
Walmart2World will deliver funds in 10 minutes or less, whether the recipient directs the money to a MoneyGram agent location, an international bank, or a mobile wallet account. This is much faster than other international wire services, which can take up to three days.
You can use Walmart2World via the Mobile Express Money Services tool in the Walmart app. After a one-time setup, customers can initiate their transfer from the app and then fast-track through the Mobile Express Lane to complete their transaction.
Here are some key benefits of Walmart2World:
- Low fees: $4 to send up to $50, $8 to send $51 to $1,000, and $16 to send $1,001 to $2,500
- Fast delivery: 10 minutes or less
- Competitive foreign exchange rate
- Convenient: available at Walmart stores and via the Walmart app
Sending and Receiving
You can send or receive money at Walmart's MoneyCenter or customer service desk. To find a Walmart location near you, use the Find a Location tool on Walmart's website.
To send money, you'll need to bring cash to cover the transfer amount plus the service fee, your government-issued photo ID, and the name and contact info of the person you're sending money to. The fee varies based on how much money you're sending and can be looked up on Walmart's website.
You can expedite the process by starting the money transfer in the Walmart smartphone app before you visit the store. The cash will generally be available in just a few minutes for pickup.
To receive money, you'll need a valid government-issued photo ID that matches the name on the transfer. If you have a cash pick-up barcode or MTCN provided by the sender, present it to the associate to expedite the process.
Here are the steps to receive money at Walmart:
- Visit a Walmart or Bodega Aurrera store
- Go to the designated area (MoneyCenter or customer service desk)
- Show your valid ID
- Provide the transfer reference (optional)
- Collect your cash
Note that you don't need to be the original recipient to pick up the money, and anyone with the valid ID and reference information can claim it.
Online Options
If you want to send money online, Walmart has a partnership with MoneyGram that lets you transfer funds to thousands of locations, not just other Walmart stores.
You can initiate the transfer on Walmart's MoneyCenter website, where you'll create or log in to a MoneyGram account to complete the transfer.
Pay for the transfer with a debit or credit card, or send directly from your checking account. Online transfers cap daily transfers at $2,500 and $6,000 every 30 days.
If you need to send more, you can head to a Walmart or MoneyGram agent location. Sending money directly from your bank account can take three to four days to process, while paying with a debit or credit card completes the transfer within minutes.
Alternatively, you can use Walmart's mobile app, Walmart2Walmart Money Transfer powered by Ria, to initiate domestic transfers within the US, Puerto Rico, and Mexico.
This app offers convenience and potentially lower fees compared to in-store transfers. However, the recipient still needs to pick up the money in person at a Walmart location with a valid ID.
If you don't have the app or prefer an in-person approach, you can still visit your local Walmart and initiate the Walmart2Walmart money transfer at the Money Services counter.
Other online options for sending money include services like PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle, each with their own fee structures and policies.
Fees
Walmart offers two different services for sending money: Walmart2World and Walmart2Walmart. The fees for these services vary depending on the amount you're sending and the method of transfer.
Walmart2World transfer fees start at $4 for amounts under $50, $8 for amounts between $51 and $1,000, and $16 for amounts between $1,001 and $2,500.
For in-store transfers, Walmart2Walmart fees start at $2.50 and can go up to $10 for transfers exceeding $1,000. The mobile app offers lower fees, starting at $2.50 and reaching a maximum of $7.50 for transfers above $1,000.
It's always best to confirm the exact fee for your specific transfer amount before finalizing the transaction. You can do this at the Money Services counter or by checking the Walmart2Walmart app.
Here's a breakdown of the fees for Walmart2Walmart transfers:
Tracking
Tracking your money transfer is a breeze at Walmart. You can track your transfer using the reference number you received during the transaction.
If you initiated the transfer through the Walmart2Walmart Mobile App, you can easily track it within the app itself. Just look for a "Track" section or button and enter your reference number to see the transfer status.
You can also track your transfer online at Ria Money Transfer, the company that powers Walmart2Walmart transfers. Go to their "Track a Transfer" section and enter your reference number to get the status update.
If you're unable to track the transfer online or through the app, don't worry! You can contact Ria's customer support team directly. They can be reached at 1-855-355-2144 or 1-877-443-1399.
Here are the options to track your transfer:
- Track at a Walmart MoneyCenter
- Track through the Walmart2Walmart Mobile App
- Track Online at Ria Money Transfer
- Contact Ria Customer Support
Alternative Options
If you're looking for alternative options to send money, you're in luck. Many other stores offer the ability to send money with MoneyGram or Western Union for a fee.
You can also send money digitally using services like PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle. Each of these services has a different fee structure and policies governing how you can send and receive money and how soon you can receive it.
Some popular digital services include PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle, which offer convenient and often faster ways to send money.
Here's a quick comparison of some popular digital services:
Walmart also partners with Ria and MoneyGram to offer international money transfers, so you can send money to and from Walmart stores in the US.
Global Services
Walmart offers global money transfer services through its partnership with MoneyGram.
Walmart2World is a low-cost international money transfer service that allows customers to send money from any U.S. Walmart store to 200 countries.
Fees for Walmart2World are the same regardless of where the sender and recipient are located, starting at $4 to send up to $50.
Walmart2World delivers funds in 10 minutes or less, whether the recipient directs the money to a MoneyGram agent location, an international bank, or a mobile wallet account.
You can use Walmart2World via the Mobile Express Money Services tool in the Walmart app, and after a one-time setup, customers initiate their transfer from the app and then fast-track through the Mobile Express Lane to complete their transaction.
The international money transfer offering builds on Walmart2Walmart, a domestic money transfer service that Walmart launched in 2014 with EuroNet subsidiary Ria Money Transfer.
Here are the fee details for Walmart2World:
Walmart has renewed its long-term pact with MoneyGram to offer all MoneyGram products and services at Walmart for two more years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How late can you do a MoneyGram at Walmart?
You can make a MoneyGram transfer at Walmart 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Fees vary depending on the speed of service and other factors, with options for Same Day or Overnight service.
How do I send a MoneyGram at Walmart?
To send a MoneyGram at Walmart, register or log in to your account, enter your information, select a receiver, and choose your payment method. Then, follow the prompts to complete your transaction and send money to your recipient.
How can I send money to MoneyGram?
To send money to MoneyGram, download the MoneyGram app from Google Play or the App Store and create a profile or log in to start the transfer process. Simply enter your recipient's details and the amount you want to send.
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