Receive Money in Somalia

Receiving money from friends or family abroad? Help your sender get started by sharing the Western Union app, then receive your money in your mobile wallet1 or collect money at a Western Union location in Somalia.

 

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Receive Money in cash or in your mobile wallet in Somalia

Help your sender get started with the Western Union app

Collect cash within minutes at a Western Union location in Somalia

Convenient ways to receive money in Somalia

Receive in mobile wallet

You can receive money transfers directly to your mobile wallet1 in Somalia. Simply share your bank details with your sender.

Track a transfer

Cash pickup

You can receive cash at one of over 30 Western Union locations in Somalia. Ask your sender to start the transfer and collect cash in minutes2.

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How to Receive Money in Somalia

Share the Western Union app with your sender so they can get started.

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Step 1 – Help your sender get started

Share the Western Union app with your sender via WhatsApp, Facebook, Telegram or your preferred messaging app.

Step 2 – Your sender sends the money

Your sender can download the Western Union app, register and send money to you in Somalia.

Step 3 – Receive your money

Receive the money directly in your mobile wallet1 or collect cash at a Western Union location in Somalia.

Send money to Somalia from:

The United States of America
Canada
France
The United Kingdom
Germany
Mexico
Spain
Italy
The Philippines
Choose another region

Share the link to the Western Union app with your sender

Easily repeat money transfers to the same receiver

Multiple convenient ways to send and receive money

Collect cash within minutes2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to pick up money at a Western Union location in Somalia?

Bring a valid government-issued ID and the tracking number (MTCN). Also be ready to provide your full name, your sender’s full name and the expected amount.

How do I know when my money is ready to pick up in Somalia?

Visit our website and select Track Transfer. You’ll need the name of the person who sent you the money and the tracking number (MTCN).

How can I receive a Western Union money transfer in Somalia?

In Somalia you can receive money in cash or directly in your mobile wallet1. Ask your sender to select the payout option that suits you best.

Where can I collect a Western Union money transfer in Somalia?

You can use the Western Union location finder to locate the nearest location in Somalia.

What information does my sender need to send money to my mobile wallet in Somalia?

To send money to your mobile wallet in Somalia, your sender will need your name, surname, mobile phone number and know the name of the name of your mobile carrier.

How can I help someone send me money with the Western Union app?

Share the Western Union app with your sender. They can download the app, register and start a money transfer to you in Somalia.

What currency can I receive with Western Union in Somalia?

When you receive a money transfer through Western Union in Somalia you can collect the money in USD.



1 Additional third-party charges may apply.

2 Transfer speed and fund availability may be affected by factors such as service choice, amount, destination, currency, regulations, ID requirements, and system availability of our banking partners. Not available for all transactions. See Terms for details.