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What do you need to use Western Union?

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What do you need to use Western Union?

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  1. Your government-issued ID to be shown at the agent location.
  2. Your cash or debit card to pay for the transfer amount and fees.
  3. Your receiver’s first and last name, to be entered as it appears on their government-issued ID.
  4. Your receiver’s country, and in some cases*** their full address.

How does Wu work?

Search online for a Western Union location near you. Take a valid government-issued ID, My WU® number or phone number to the counter, along with your receiver’s bank and account information. Pay to transfer the money with cash or a US bank-issued debit card.

What is the benefit of Western Union money transfer?

With Western Union’s money transfer services, you always know the exchange rates and fees before you make a transaction. In addition to being one of the best ways to transfer money internationally, transfers of money between bank accounts are often less expensive than sending money for cash pickup.

Do you need a bank account for Western Union?

Sending money with the Western Union money transfer service from an agent location does not require credit cards, debit cards, bank accounts, or memberships. You will need to show valid identification. How much money can I send from an agent location? You can usually send any amount you wish.

Can a 17 year old send money through Western Union?

You must be at least 18 years old to send or receive money with Western Union.

How can I withdraw money from Western Union?

Cash pickup

  1. Visit a Western Union agent location.
  2. Provide your sender’s details, including the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN).
  3. Show a government-issued photo ID.
  4. Get your money once your details have been verified.

How do you use Western Union in person?

Send money in person

  1. Choose a. location. Visit a Western Union® agent location near you.
  2. Show your. ID. Provide the agent with transaction details and show your valid ID.
  3. Pay with. cash. Pay for the transfer (including transfer fee)
  4. Send with. confidence. Share your Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)** with your receiver.

How long does Western Union take?

Money in Minutes service for pick up at an Agent location – generally delivered within minutes*. Next Day service for pick up at an Agent location is generally available the next day*. Direct to Bank deposit typically takes between 2 to 5 business days, but could vary, depending on country.

What is the money limit for Western Union?

You can send a maximum of $2,500.00 per online money transfer. Agent locations typically have no limit, however, so long as you can provide adequate identification while sending. Nearly all transactions through Western Union will have a transfer fee attached, ranging from $3.50 to $100 or more.

Do you need sender’s name for Western Union?

Yes, when sending WU, the sender must clearly indicate the name of the recipient just as it is on an identification documents, ID and or Passport. The sender also need to send a receiver an MTCN number and a secret word. With this, the receiver will not have a problem accessing the sent funds.

Can you get scammed with Western Union?

If the funds haven’t been picked up by the receiver, you’ll get a full refund, including the transaction fee. If your money has been picked up by the receiver and you suspect you are a victim of fraud, we encourage you to file an official fraud claim with Western Union and to report your situation to law enforcement.

How to use Western Union to send money to someone?

Sign up or Log in

  • Select Send Money
  • Select the destination and enter the amount and currency
  • Select how your receiver would like to get the money.
  • Choose how would you like to pay: • Credit**or debit card • Bank account • Cash at a WU location
  • Review the transfer summary and submit.

    • What is the best alternative to Western Union?

    OFX is another excellent alternative to Western Union. We like them because their rates and fees are generally much lower. You can also make much larger transfers with them, if you need to. OFX have an easy to use website and app but unlike Western Union, do not offer cash pick-up as an option.

    Can I pay using Western Union?

    Paying your bills with Western Union is fast and convenient. Pay utility, car, mortgage, electricity, and other bills online , in person, on the WU ® app, or by telephone. Pay bills using a credit 2 or a debit card issued from a bank in the United States. Log in or register and click ‘Pay bills’. Search for your biller. Complete the required fields.

    How do you call Western Union?

    Contacting Western Union – by phone or otherwise. While 800-999-9660 is Western Union’s best toll-free number, there are 7 total ways to get in touch with them. The next best way to talk to their customer support team, according to other Western Union customers, is by calling their 800-448-1492 phone number for their Fraud Hotline department.

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