Receive money in Belgium

Western Union^® offers many convenient ways for you to receive money transfers – whether from abroad, or from within Belgium. You and your sender can choose from cash pickup or bank transfer.

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How do I receive money from abroad to Belgium?

There are various ways you can receive money internationally with Western Union^®. However you receive the money, you and your loved one will value the peace of mind that comes from a trusted money transfer service.

Knowing money is on the way is a good feeling. Whether it’s for overseas college tuition, an unforeseen bill or something else, here is how to receive money internationally with Western Union.

Receive money to a Belgian bank account
There’s no need to even leave the house. Your loved ones can send money directly to your bank account¹in Belgium. Check if you’ve received the transfer using the Western Union^® app, or on our website.
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Receive cash at an agent location
Prefer to receive your money in person? Pick up cash within minutes¹ at one of our locations in Belgium. All you need is a few transfer details and you’ll have your cash.
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Receive money your way

Now you know your options for receiving money, you and your sender can choose which method works best.

Convenient locations

Pick up your cash close to home. Choose from hundreds of agent locations across Belgium.

Get a free estimate

We provide free, no-obligation estimates. See exactly how much will be sent and received in each currency.

Track your money transfer

You can easily track your money transfer to Belgium using the tracking number (MTCN).

Why choose Western Union?

Save your details
It’s easy for your loved one to make repeat money transfers to Belgium by saving your information, ready for the next time you need to receive money.
Committed to security
Our encryption and fraud prevention efforts protect your Western Union^® money transfer.
Worldwide reach
Western Union^® offer digital services in 70+ countries, mobile app in 40+ countries and hundreds of thousands of agent locations across the globe.

Track your money transfer on our app

Your loved ones can send you money internationally at any time

Both you and your sender can track the money transfer in real time

It’s easy to make repeat money transfers with the option to save receiver details

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Relied on by customers around the world

As the world’s leading provider of cross-border money transfers and payments in multiple currencies, Western Union^® aims to grow economies and create a better connected world. Join customers across more than 200 countries receiving money internationally.

We encrypt your transactions

The security of your data is our priority

Receive money from abroad at special moments
When you’re expecting to receive money from abroad – or within Belgium – you and your sender want peace of mind. Both of you can track your money transfer at any point of its journey. Simply enter the transfer details and MTCN on our website or app.

Track your transfers for peace of mind

When you’re expecting to receive money from abroad – or within Belgium – you and your sender want peace of mind. Both of you can track your money transfer at any point of its journey. Simply enter the transfer details and MTCN on our website or app.

Check your money transfer status now.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if my money is ready for collection?

Simply locate the ‘Tracking’ link on westernunion.com or the app. Type the sender’s name and MTCN then you will see an update on the status of your transfer. Check your money transfer status now.

How do I receive money from abroad without a bank account?

You can easily pick up cash without a bank account at one of our agent locations around Belgium. Simply take your MTCN and valid ID to collect your money. Find your nearest Western Union location.

What do I need to collect cash from an agent location?

If you’re looking to pick up a money transfer at an agent location in Belgium, make sure you have:

Sender’s full name (first and last name)
The country from which the money was sent
The estimated amount sent
The transaction’s unique number (MTCN)
Your government-issued identification document(s) as required

How long does it take to receive money from abroad to Belgium?

In terms of how long it takes to receive a money transfer from abroad to Belgium, it can depend on where the money is being sent from, and which sending and receiving methods are being used.

If money is sent to Belgium for cash pickup, in many cases it can be collected within minutes¹. If the money is sent direct to a Belgian bank account, it could take a few business days¹.

If your loved one goes to the Western Union site in their country of residence, they can see the time estimates for their money transfer to Belgium before they send.

¹ Funds may be delayed or services unavailable based on certain transaction conditions, including amount sent, destination country, currency availability, regulatory issues, identification requirements, Agent location hours, differences in time zones, or selection of delayed options. For money transfers made by cell phone, the funds will be paid to the receiver’s mobile wallet account provider so they can then be credited to the account linked to the receiver’s cell phone number. Additional third-party charges may apply, including SMS, account over-limit and cash-out fees. See the transfer form to learn more about restrictions.