Send money to Australia from the UK

Easily transfer your pounds to Australian dollars, in minutes1.

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    Convenient ways to transfer money with Western Union

    Discover easy international money transfers with Western Union, simply choose below for the best way to send money to Australia from the UK.

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      Send online

      Register your profile for free to transfer money to Australia.

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      Send from app

      Start your transfer on your device and pay directly on the app or by cash in store.

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      Send in person

      Send GBP to AUD from one of 5,200 agents across the UK3.

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    Ask your receiver what’s most convenient for them.

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      Bank account

      Send money direct to your receiver’s bank account in Australia1.

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      Cash pick up

      Transfer cash to Australia for collection in minutes1 when you start your transfer online or on our app and pay in store.

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    Pay your way

    Bank transfer

    Credit or debit card

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    Enjoy easy repeat money transfers to Australia.
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    Why send money with Western Union?

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    Your cash will be ready for collection from an agent location in minutes1.

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    1 Service and funds availability depends on certain factors including the Service selected, the selection of delayed delivery options, special terms applicable to each Service, 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”)

    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 few factors. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.

    3 Agent location count valid as of June 30, 2019.