How to Wire Money Through Western Union: Process, Fees, and Limits

To wire money through Western Union, you'll need to visit a physical location or use their online platform. You can find a Western Union location near you by using their store locator tool.

The process starts with providing some basic information, such as the recipient's name and address. You'll also need to provide the amount you want to send and the payment method.

Western Union has a wide range of payment options, including cash, debit cards, and credit cards. Some payment methods may incur additional fees, so be sure to check with Western Union before making a payment.

The fees for sending money through Western Union vary depending on the amount and payment method used. According to Western Union's fee schedule, sending $100 via cash may incur a fee of $10.

To start sending money with Western Union, you'll need to create an account or log in to an existing one.

You can create an account online or through the Western Union app, which is available for download on both iOS and Android devices.

First, go to westernunion.com and click on "Create an Account" at the top right corner of the page.

To log in, you'll need to enter your username and password, which you set up when you created your account.

If you've forgotten your password, you can click on "Forgot Password" and follow the prompts to reset it.

Once you're logged in, you can start sending money to your recipients using the online platform or mobile app.

To send money through Western Union, you can choose from several options: online, in person, or through their telephone banking service.

You can send cash for pickup at an agent location, which is available in hundreds of thousands of locations worldwide. You can also transfer funds directly to a bank account.

To make a domestic money transfer, you'll need a government-issued ID, account funds, and the recipient's bank account information. For an international transfer, you'll need the same information, but with a BIC (Business Identifier Code) instead of a bank's transit number.

You can track your transfer using the MTCN (Money Transfer Control Number) provided by Western Union. This number will be given to you upon successful payment.

If you prefer to send money in person, go to an agent location, pay the transfer fee, and track your transfer. You'll need to inform your receiver and share the MTCN with them.

Here are the steps to send money in person:

1. Go to an agent location and bring a government-issued ID.

2. Pay the transfer fee.

3. Track your transfer and obtain the MTCN.

4. Inform your receiver and share the MTCN with them.

Alternatively, you can send money directly to your receiver's bank account. To do this, you'll need your receiver's bank details and a government-issued ID.

You can also use Western Union's online service or mobile app to send money. To do this, create a profile, select the receiver's country and amount, and choose how your receiver would like to receive the money.

Here are the steps to send money online:

1. Log into your Western Union profile or register if you're a new user.

2. Select Send money.

3. Select the receiver's country and enter the amount and currency.

4. Select how your receiver would like to get the money.

If you want to send cash, you can start your money transfer online and then pay in cash at an agent location.