Send Money with a debit card - Wise, formerly TransferWise (2024)

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Send Money with a debit card - Wise, formerly TransferWise? ›

We'll show you the available payment methods when you're paying for your transfer. For most currencies, you can pay using your debit or credit card. We only accept Visa, Mastercard, and some Maestro cards.

We'll show you the available payment methods when you're paying for your transfer. For most currencies, you can pay using your debit or credit card. We only accept Visa, Mastercard, and some Maestro cards.

Transferring money online using a debit card is widely available and supported by most banks and payment platforms. This means that you can transfer money online using a debit card from anywhere in the world. All you need is an internet connection and a debit card.

Add money to your Wise account

Add money by opening the Wise app, choosing the currency you want to add money to, and how much you'd like to add. Then, choose to pay using different payment methods such as bank transfer or card.

Wise supports overseas transfers using a prepaid card, with many cards which have a 16 digit number, expiry date and 3DS eligible. However, not all prepaid cards can be used with Wise — so you will need to double check your own card before you proceed.

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.

You need to login to the respective bank's internet banking portal. Once you log in, go to the section marked as 'Debit Card'. There will be instructions on how to generate an ATM PIN for your Debit Card. Generate an ATM PIN by following those instructions and your Debit Card will be activated online.

How to make an international payment through a debit card? ›

If your money is needed within minutes, you can send online using your credit or debit card. Receivers can pick up cash at Western Union locations worldwide, depending on the hours of operation at that location. How much can I send online?

Is it illegal to send my credit or debit card overseas by courier? It is not illegal to send such items by post or courier; however, the shipping of credit cards internationally is restricted by many courier companies.

Insert your debit card into the ATM card slot. Enter your PIN to access your account. From the main menu, select the option for "Fund Transfer" or "Transfer Money." ATM machines typically offer options like "Transfer to another bank account" or "Transfer to the same bank account."

You can use your Wise card like any other bank card to withdraw money at ATMs around the world. The exact fees you pay depend on where your card was issued — it's usually the registered address on your Wise account.

No, you cannot use Wise as a bank account, because Wise is not a bank, it's a Money Services Business. However, with the Wise Account you'll get some features which are similar to those available from bank accounts, such as the option to hold a balance, send and receive payments, and spend with a linked card.