Send money to the United States

Send money to the United States online, on the move with our app, or in-store. With Western Union, your loved ones are always in reach.

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    We encrypt your transfers

    We’re committed to keeping your data secure

    We’ve sent money around the world for over 150 years

    Convenient ways to move money

    Choose the way you pay

    With a credit3 or debit card
    Via Apple Pay® in our app
    Using your bank details

    Ready to send money?

    Send money to the United States in a few taps with our app

    Start and finish your transfer entirely with our app.

    Save your receiver’s details and send again quickly.

    Track your transfer to the United States from the moment you click send.

    More information on how to send money to the United States from France

    Get an estimate before you send

    Before you send, get a transparent breakdown of your money transfer to the United States, including fees, delivery times, and exchange rates.

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    Receiver details required

    Sending money to the United States is quick and easy – have your receiver’s full name, bank details, and contact information to hand.

     

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    Sign up to send money to the United States today

    Easily track your transfer

    From the moment you click send, you can track your money transfer using your unique tracking number (MTCN).

    Speed up your future transactions

    Easily repeat your money transfers by saving the receiver’s details, and save time when you next need to send money to the United States.

    Easy to Re-send

    Our one-tap re-send function allows you to quickly and easily repeat a money transfer to a loved one.

    Send money quickly

    Need to send money urgently? Easily and quickly support your loved ones in minutes2 by sending money for cash pickup at an agent location.

    Reasons to choose Western Union®

    Committed to security

    Our technologies encrypt your personal information, so you can make your money transfer to the United States with peace of mind.

    International reach

    There are more than 200 countries and territories in the Western Union network. So, whether it’s the next town over or thousands of miles away, your loved ones are never out of reach.

    Pay the way you like

    Whether you prefer to pay in cash, by debit/credit3 card, or through your bank, you can pay the way you like for your money transfer with Western Union.

    Heritage

    For more than 150 years, our mission has been to help people move their money where it matters most. Our commitment continues to this day.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much money can I send to the United States?

    The total sum you can send in a single transfer varies based on your methods of payment and receipt:

    • Cash in-store – 6,000 EUR to a bank account, or 5,000 EUR for cash pickup
    • Bank transfer – 50,000 EUR to a bank account, or 5,000 EUR for cash pickup
    • Credit3/debit card – 5,000 EUR
    How do I send money online to the United States?

    It’s easy to send money to the United States online. To get started:

    1. Register or log in to your Western Union profile, then click ‘Send money’.
    2. Select the United States as your chosen destination, then enter the amount you wish to send.
    3. Choose your methods of payment and receipt.
    4. You’ll receive an estimate here if you’re happy to continue to the next page.
    5. Enter your receiver’s details and complete your transfer.

    Once done, you’ll receive a unique tracking number (MTCN) to track your transfer. Share this number with your receiver so they can access their funds.

    What do I need to send money online to the United States?

    To send money to the United States online, you’ll need the following:

    • A free Western Union profile – register or log in to get started.
    • Some form of FR government-issued ID, such as a passport or driving license to verify your profile.
    • Your receiver’s personal details and bank account information if sending for bank transfer.
    • Your payment details, such as your credit3/debit card or bank account details.
    How do I send money to the United States from a Western Union agent location?

    You can move your money in a few simple steps:

    1. Use our location finder to look for your most convenient Western Union agent location.
    2. Visit your chosen agent location and approach the desk with a form of FR government-issued ID, your phone number If you started your transfer online, you can also finish up in-store here.
    3. Provide your recipient’s details and pay for your transfer. You may be required to provide proof of your source of funds, such as a payslip, bank statement, or tax return.
    4. Once you complete your transfer, look out for your unique tracking number (MTCN). Share this with your receiver to track your transfer in real-time.
    How do I estimate the cost to transfer money to the United States?

    Getting clear, concise breakdowns on your transfer is easy – simply visit our transfer tracker with zero commitment.

    How long does it take to send money to the United States from France?

    The delivery time of your money transfer to the United States varies depending on the method of payment.

    When sending money to a bank account, transfers can take:

    • Credit3/debit card – next banking day2 5
    • Bank transfer – up to 6 business days2

    When transferring money for cash pickup:

    • Credit4/debit card – in minutes2
    • Bank transfer – Up to 3 business days2
    • Cash payment – in minutes2

    Still have questions or need help?

    1 Please use care when providing bank account information. Funds will be paid into in the bank account corresponding to account number you provide. Please Note: The receiver’s account must be a local currency payout account.

    2 Service and funds may be delayed or unavailable depending on certain factors including the Service selected, the selection of delayed delivery options, amount sent, destination country, currency availability, regulatory issues, consumer protection issues, identification requirements, delivery restrictions, agent location hours, and differences in time zones (collectively, “Restrictions”). Additional restrictions may apply; see our terms and conditions for details.

    3 If you’re using a credit card, a card-issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. To avoid these fees or for reduced fees, use a debit card or check other payment methods.