FAQs
Online using our website or the Western Union mobile app
To send your first money transfer1 with Western Union, create a profile on our mobile app or website. Log into your Western Union profile or register if you are a new user. Select Send money. Select the receiver's country and enter the amount and currency.
Can you send money online Western? ›
Online using our website or the Western Union mobile app
To send your first money transfer1 with Western Union, create a profile on our mobile app or website. Log into your Western Union profile or register if you are a new user. Select Send money. Select the receiver's country and enter the amount and currency.
How can I send money electronically? ›
You can send money without a fee by using P2P payment apps such as Cash App, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo and Zelle. Note that you may have to pay a fee if you fund your transfer with a credit card, and the recipient may have to pay a fee if they choose to receive the money instantly in their bank account or debit card.
Does Western Union have an app to send money? ›
Use the Western Union® app to send money and choose how your receiver will get the money. Use your credit or debit card to send money to billions of bank accounts around the world.
How much does Western Union charge to send $1000? ›
Sending a Western Union money transfer costs $5 + 1% for any amount between $0 –$300.99 and $5 + 1.75% for amounts between $301 –$999.99 of the money transfer.
Can you send Western Union to Cash App? ›
Now, how about the other way round - is it possible to send money from Cash App directly to Western Union? Unfortunately, the answer to this is also no. The two are separate services, both involved in money transfers but in quite different ways. It isn't possible to send money from Cash App to or through Western Union.
How can I transfer money online instantly? ›
How do I send money from my Instant Money Wallet? Use any of our banking platforms or visit a participating retailer. Select 'Send money' and enter the amount. You'll be prompted to enter the recipient's cellphone number and the amount you'd like to send, as well as the voucher PIN for collection.
Can I transfer money online to another person? ›
Use a money-transfer app
If you have the email or U.S. mobile number of the recipient, you may be able to send money securely using an online service or app. The apps of most major banks, for example, include Zelle®, a fast and safe way to send money to friends and family.
How can I send money instantly without a bank account? ›
Digital payment platforms
Online payment services offer an easy way to send through your smartphone or computer. PayPal, Venmo, Western Union, and Cash App are some of the most popular payment services that do not require you to own a bank account to receive money.
How can I send money through my phone? ›
How to send money with Zelle ®
- ACCESS ZELLE® Get started by enrolling your email or U.S. mobile number through your mobile banking app or with the Zelle® app.
- PICK A PERSON TO PAY. Enter the preferred email address or U.S. mobile number of the recipient. ...
- CHOOSE THE AMOUNT. Enter the amount to send.
Send money with confidence
Western Union takes safety seriously. As one of the most reliable and oldest financial services and communications companies in the world, we provide a wide variety of money transfer options to more than 200 countries.
Can I send money through Western Union online to myself? ›
Simply send money to yourself and pick up cash in local currency when you arrive at your destination. Enjoy the freedom of having the money you need, when and where you need it. Conveniently access your cash at our global network of more than 500,000 agent locations.
Does Western Union do digital transfers? ›
Western Union sends money electronically to mobile wallets1, meaning no physical cash is moved. The money goes into the mobile wallet account linked to your receiver's phone number. You can make transfers online or through our app to customers of partner mobile operators.
