It’s free to create a Western Union profile. Register today or log in to send money to a bank account.
Enter the destination and the amount you’d like to send. You can transfer money directly to your receiver’s bank account, a nearby agent location or to their mobile wallet3.
Enter their full name, address and bank details. After you send money to a bank account once, you can save their information for simple repeat money transfers.
Finally, review your money transfer and pay using your debit/credit1 card, bank details, Sofort or Apple Pay® if sending money via our app. We’ll give you a tracking number (MTCN), which you can share with your receiver to see when they can expect their funds.
Check our transfer fees before you send
When you transfer money online to billions of bank accounts around the world, you can instantly see our transfer fees2 and exchange rates any time.
Send money to your loved ones without online banking. With Western Union, you can transfer money directly from your bank account to theirs.
We’ve partnered with Sofort to make transferring money easier and more flexible. Make sure your Western Union profile name matches the name on your bank account.
Transfer money using your credit1 or debit card – just enter your details to send the funds.
Need to pay with cash? No problem. Start your money transfer on the app and pay in cash to complete. Alternatively, head to an agent location to arrange the whole money transfer.
Send money to a bank account from your mobile with Apple Pay®. Download our app to pay with Apple Pay®.
It’s not a problem if you want to transfer big amounts of cash. Western Union makes it simple to send up to €50,000 per money transfer to a bank account. Check send limits online in advance, as they differ depending on the receiving country or territory. You can send money to a bank account with a debit card, credit1 card, bank transfer or cash.
Find out about transfer fees2 with our price estimator tool, where you can see all estimated costs, exchange rates and times before you send money to a bank account.
Send money 24/7, directly to your receiver’s bank account. Skip the queue by making your money transfer online. Whether it’s for bills, gifts, or other payments, ensure your receiver has their funds where they need to be.
Transfer money bank to bank in many countries around the world, depending on the receiving territory. Transfer money direct from your bank to another’s, across oceans and borders.
Cash might be king but being able to transfer money directly into an account can be more convenient for paying bills, standing orders, or online purchases.
Easily track all your money transfers with your unique tracking number (MTCN).
Western Union profiles are totally free of charge. Register today to send money to bank accounts in Germany or around the world.
Cash, card, bank transfer, Sofort or Apple Pay® – we make it easy to transfer money in a way that suits you.
Use your tracking number (MTCN) to follow your money. You’ll even get a notification when it arrives.
Once you send money to a bank account, it’s easy to make repeat money transfers. Save your receivers’ details, so you don’t need to enter them again.
Send money online on the go, at any time and from anywhere in Germany.
Track your money transfer in real time, wherever you are.
Store details of your regular receivers so you can send again quickly.
Whether you’re sending money via credit1 card to a bank account or using cash at a Western Union agent location, to make an international money transfer you need the following details from your receiver:
Money transfer times vary country to country, but it usually takes one to three working days3. To some countries and partners, your money may be delivered on the same day, whereas others take longer. For example, a bank transfer to Ukraine can arrive in one-to-two business days, whereas a money transfer to Argentina can take one-to-six business days. If you’re ever in doubt, we provide estimates of transfer times before you commit.
For a full breakdown of money transfer times, eligible countries, and bank information, see our bank transfer details page.
Our transfer fees2 vary depending on the destination country, money transfer amount, and payout method. Use our online price estimator to see how much it could cost to transfer money to your receiver online – including the transfer fees2 and transfer total – with no obligation.
Transfer fees2 to send money online or via the Western Union® app can vary. When you transfer money in person, any transfer fees2 you’re charged by Western Union, and the exchange rates applied, are explained in the money transfer form provided to you at the agent location.
If you’re using a credit1card to transfer money online a credit card issuer cash advance transfer fee and associated interest charges may apply. You can avoid these fees by using a debit card.
Our transfer times vary depending on the money transfer method and your receiver’s country. Often, a fast way to send money is for cash pickup at an agent location – as money can arrive in minutes3. You can send money online or via the Western Union® app for cash pickup.
When you start a money transfer online you can also check the estimated delivery times after you enter the send amount, payment and receiving method. Sending to a bank account and paying by Sofort or credit1/debit card are sometimes quicker than making a bank-to-bank transfer – though it depends on the destination.
1 Some card issuers may charge additional fees for using our services. Please contact your card issuer for more information.
2 Western Union also makes money from currency exchange. When choosing a money transmitter, carefully compare both transfer fees and exchange rates. Fees, foreign exchange rates and taxes may vary by brand, channel, and location based on a number of factors. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.
3 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. Additional Restrictions may apply. See terms for details.
