Transfer money to Switzerland

Transfer money to Switzerland online by following these six steps:

1. Register for an online profile or log in. Click on ‘Send money’.
2. Enter your sending amount, ensuring Switzerland is selected as the destination. Estimated money transfer times depend on the sending and receiving methods. For example, a money transfer to a Swiss bank account with a credit¹ or debit card can be made in minutes³.
3. Choose the receiving method – bank account or cash.
4. Pick your preferred payment method – card, Sofort transfer or bank transfer.
5. Either choose a previous receiver or type in your loved one’s details when sending to them for the first time.
6. Confirm all the information, pay, and check your inbox for a tracking number (MTCN) so you can follow progress and share with your receiver.

Here’s how to make an in-person money transfer to Switzerland from Germany via an agent location:

1. Use our online tool to find a nearby agent location.
2. Present any requested documents and information at the counter. These could include some valid government-issued ID, a phone number or a My WU^℠ number. The bank and account information for your receiver might also be required.
3. Use cash to pay for your money transfer to Switzerland, or a German credit card¹ or girocard.
4. Keep tabs on your money transfer using the tracking number (MTCN) included on the receipt.

For each money transfer to Switzerland, estimate the costs by heading to our ‘Send money’ page. From there, you can see what your receiver will get in Swiss francs based on current exchange rates, plus transfer fees⁴ for every delivery method. Estimated delivery times are also included.

A general limit of 50,000 EUR applies when you transfer money to Switzerland online. However, the limit may be lower depending on your chosen methods of sending and collecting money. For instance, a 5,000 EUR cap is in place when sending money to a bank account via card or Sofort transfer. You will need to verify your identity when you send over 1,000 EUR.