Whether you’re a first time Western Union user or thinking to switch from sending money at an agent location to sending online, here is a step-by-step guide for you to get started:
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Create an online profile. You will need to verify your ID and phone number |
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Verify your profile. You will need to visit any of |
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Send money online. You will receive confirmation of your completed profile |
It takes just minutes1 for your money transfer to reach an agent location.
With 500,000+ locations2 around the world, it's easy to find one near your receiver.
We have over 145 years of experience in money transfers around the world.
Visit our FAQ section or contact us through our customer helpline.
1 Funds may be delayed or services unavailable based on certain transaction conditions, including amount sent, destination country, currency availability, regulatory and foreign exchange issues, required receiver action(s), identification requirements, agent location hours, differences in time zones, or selection of delayed options. Additional restrictions may apply. See Terms and Conditions for details.
2 Network data as of 30 June 2018.