Send money quickly and easily to a mobile wallet1

With Western Union, you can easily make a mobile money transfer. Send money online or via our app to countries where money can be received in a mobile wallet1.

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Where can I send money to a mobile wallet1?

Money transfers to a mobile wallet1 can only be sent to mobile phones belonging to mobile phone operators that work with Western Union.

 

Money can be received in mobile wallets1 in several countries, including the ones below. Don’t see the country you are looking for? Visit the Send money form online, select the country you wish to send to, and look for the mobile wallet1 icon.

How to send money to a mobile wallet1

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Get started online

Register or log in to your Western Union profile at westernunion.com or via our app.

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Choose the amount and destination

Enter the destination and the amount you’d like to send and select mobile wallet1 as the delivery method.

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Select your payment method

You can pay for your money transfer with your credit1 or debit card, or with a bank transfer.

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Enter your receiver’s details

Enter your receiver’s name as it appears on their ID, their wallet service provider and wallet mobile number.

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Your money is on its way!

You’ll get a confirmation via SMS with the tracking number (MTCN) and a notification when the money is delivered.

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Frequently Asked Questions about mobile wallets1

What is a mobile wallet?

A mobile wallet1 is a virtual ‘wallet’ that is on a mobile device. Mobile wallets1 are a convenient way to store your credit1 and debit card information and more. Mobile wallets1 also make paying for goods or services with a smartphone quick, convenient and easy.

Does Western Union have mobile money transfer?

Yes, Western Union allows you to send and receive money to a mobile wallet1 in several countries. Money transfers online to a mobile wallet1 with Western Union is easy, just make sure your receiver has activated their mobile wallet1 with one of our partner mobile operators in the country where this service is available.

Still have questions about mobile money transfer?

Visit our FAQs or contact us. Our Customer Care team is just a call away.

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Quick and easy registration

It’s easy to register and start sending money online and in person today.

Track your money transfer

You can easily track your transfer online or via our app using the MTCN.

Pay the way you like

Pay using your bank account, credit2/debit card or cash at an agent location.

Convenient locations

Send money for cash pick-up at an agent location near your receiver.

Trusted by customers globally

As a global leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement, Western Union aims to help grow economies and create a better world. You can send funds online, with our app or in person to billions of accounts worldwide. So, go ahead: send money with us and enjoy ease of use, reliable service and all the other benefits we have to offer.

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Send money virtually anywhere in minutes2.

Check transfer fees3 and exchange rates in advance.

Track your money transfer conveniently.

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1 Additional third-party charges may apply.

2 Transfer speed and fund availability may be affected by factors such as service choice, amount, destination, currency, regulations, ID requirements, and system availability of our banking partners. Not available for all transactions. See Terms for details.

3 Western Union makes money from currency exchange. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.