How to Send Money to Georgia with Western Union

Whether you’re supporting family in Tbilisi, helping friends in Batumi, or sending money for everyday expenses, Western Union offers flexible ways to transfer money to Georgia. You can choose how to send your transfer, and your recipient can choose the payout option that best fits their needs.

With Western Union, customers can send money to Georgia online, through the Western Union App, or at a Western Union location. Recipients can receive money through Cash Pickup or Bank Account transfer, and eligible recipients may also benefit from redirecting cash transfers to a bank account for additional flexibility.

Choose How You Want to Send Money to Georgia

Send Money Online

Sending money online is a convenient option for customers who want to make transfers from home. Simply log in to your Western Union profile, enter your recipient’s details, select a payout method, and complete your transfer.

Send Money with the Western Union App

The Western Union App makes it easy to transfer money to Georgia from your smartphone.

With the app, you can:

• Send money 24/7
• Send money on the go
• Track transfers in real time
• Receive exchange rate alerts
• Complete repeat transfers quickly
• Manage transfers wherever you are

Send Money In Person

Prefer face-to-face service? You can visit a Western Union agent location and send money to Georgia in person. After completing your transaction, you’ll receive a Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN), which can be used to help track your transfer.

Ready to send money to Georgia?

Start your transfer in minutes with the Western Union App and stay connected with the people who matter most.

Available Payout Methods and Currencies for Sending Money to Georgia

Western Union offers flexible pay-in and pay-out methods. Depending on the country you’re sending from, recipients in Georgia can receive funds through Cash Pickup, Bank Account transfer, or additional payout options. Also depending on the payout method different currencies are available. By offering choice Western Union helps you finding the best way to send money to Georgia.

At a Glance

• Customers in France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, and the Netherlands can send money for cash pickup in Georgian Lari (GEL), Euro (EUR), or US-Dollar (USD), and can also send directly to a bank account in Georgian Lari (GEL).
• Customers in Lithuania, Norway, and Poland can send money for cash pickup in Georgian Lari (GEL) or US-Dollar (USD), and can also send directly to a bank account in Georgian Lari (GEL).
• Customers in Czechia can send money for cash pickup in Georgian Lari (GEL) or US-Dollar (USD).
• Customers in the United Kingdom can send money for cash pickup in Georgian Lari (GEL) or US-Dollar (USD), directly to a bank account in Georgian Lari (GEL), or to a credit/debit card in Georgian Lari (GEL).

Looking for the easiest way to send money to Georgia?

Open the Western Union App, choose your preferred payout method, and complete your transfer in minutes.

Receive Money in Georgia via Cash Pickup

When you choose Cash Pickup, your recipient can collect funds at a participating Western Union location or redirect the transfer to their bank account. This gives your recipient flexibility and allows them to receive Euros or US-Dollar on their bank account.

Benefits of Cash Pickup with Western Union

• No bank account required
• Convenient access to funds
• Cash may be available for pick-up within minutes*
• Hundreds of Western Union locations throughout Georgia
• Easy transfer tracking using the MTCN
• Recipients can redirect transfers to their bank account

Send Money Directly to a Bank Account in Georgia

For recipients who prefer digital banking, Western Union offers Bank Account transfers to eligible accounts in Georgia.

This allows recipients to receive money directly in their bank account without visiting a Western Union location.

Benefits of Bank Account Transfers with Western Union

• Funds sent directly into an eligible bank account
• No need to visit a pickup location
• Convenient for online and mobile banking users
• Simple and reliable

To send money directly to a bank account, you’ll typically need the recipient’s bank details and account information.

Want a convenient way to support friends and family in Georgia?

Send funds directly to their bank account from the Western Union App.

More Flexibility by redirecting cash payments to bank accounts

Western Union offers additional recipient flexibility through ABMT (Account-Based Money Transfer).

With ABMT, eligible recipients can use the MTCN from a Cash Pickup transaction to redirect the transfer directly to their bank account.

This means that if the sender selects Cash Pickup, the recipient may choose to receive the funds in an eligible bank account instead. This way the recipient has more flexibility and can benefit from receiving Euro or US-Dollar to their bank account in Georgia.

Why Redirecting Cash Payments to Bank Is Useful

• More flexibility for recipients
• Greater control over how money is received
• The recipient can receive EUR or USD on their bank account
• The money may arrive withing minutes* on the bank account
• No need to visit an agent location if a bank account transfer is preferred

How Redirecting Cash payments to Bank Works

1. The sender selects Cash Pickup when creating the transfer.
2. The recipient receives the MTCN.
3. The recipient uses the MTCN to redirect the transfer to an eligible bank account.
4. Funds may arrive to the bank account in minutes.*

Why Choose Western Union for Money Transfers to Georgia?

When sending money internationally, flexibility matters.

With Western Union, you can:

• Send money online, through the app, or in person
• Choose Cash Pickup or Bank Account payout
• Access Credit/Debit Card payout options from eligible countries
• Give eligible recipients the ability to redirect Cash Pickup transfers to their bank account
• Track transfers from start to finish
• Support friends and family quickly and conveniently

Send Money to Georgia Today

Whether your recipient prefers Cash Pickup, Bank Account transfer, or the added flexibility of ABMT, Western Union offers a range of options designed to make international money transfers simple and convenient.

Send money to Georgia today and choose the payout option that works best for your recipient.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sending Money to Georgia

How can I send money to Georgia?

You can transfer money to Georgia via westernunion.com, through the Western Union App, or at a participating agent location. Depending on the available services in your sending country, you can choose Cash Pickup, Bank Account transfer, or other eligible payout methods.

Can I send money directly to a bank account in Georgia?

Yes. Western Union allows customers to send money directly to eligible bank accounts in Georgia. Recipients receive the funds in Georgian Lari (GEL), making it a convenient option for people who prefer digital banking.

Can recipients pick up cash in Georgia?

Yes. Recipients can collect money through Cash Pickup at participating Western Union agent locations across Georgia. Cash Pickup is available in major cities, including Tbilisi, Batumi, and Kutaisi.

What currencies can recipients receive in Georgia?

Available payout currencies depend on the sending country and payout method.

For Cash Pickup, recipients may be able to receive:

• GEL (Georgian Lari)
• EUR (Euro)
• USD (US Dollar)

For Bank Account transfers, funds are typically deposited in Georgian Lari (GEL). Availability may vary by corridor and payout option.

Do I need a bank account to receive money in Georgia?

No. If the sender chooses Cash Pickup, recipients can collect funds at participating Western Union locations without having a bank account.

Can I track my money transfer to Georgia?

Yes. Western Union provides a Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) that can be used to track the status of your transfer.

Is the Western Union App available for sending money to Georgia?

Yes. The Western Union App allows customers to send money to Georgia, track transfers, view exchange rates, and make repeat transfers from their mobile devices.

What’s the best way to send money to Georgia?

The best method depends on your recipient’s preferences:

• Choose Cash Pickup if your recipient prefers collecting cash.
• Choose Bank Account transfer if your recipient wants the funds deposited directly into their account.
• Choose Cash Pickup with the option to redirect to a bank account if you want to give eligible recipients the option to redirect funds to their bank account.

* Funds may be available within minutes. Transfer speed and fund availability may vary. Delays may apply depending on banking hours, compliance requirements, service availability, and other factors.