Send money to Ecuador

Sending money to Ecuador is child’s play with Western Union. Lift a special person’s day with a money transfer.

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    Convenient ways to send and receive money

    Send online

    Sending money to Ecuador is easy with Western Union. Create a profile, log in and start transferring funds.

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    Send with our app

    Send money at home, at work or on the go. Just reach for your smartphone.

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    Send in person

    If you still prefer bricks and mortar over a virtual setting, visit one of thousands of UK agent locations.

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    Bank account

    Send money directly to an Ecuadorian bank account.

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    Cash pickup

    Your receiver can pick up cash from thousands of agent locations in Ecuador.

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    Choose the way you pay

    Using your bank details
    Cash at an agent location
    With a credit1 or debit card

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    Send money to Ecuador in a few taps with our app

    Save your receivers’ details for repeat money transfers.

    Send funds on the go, anytime, anywhere.

    Track your money transfer in real time with instant notifications.

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    More information on how to send money to Ecuador from the UK

    Get an estimate

    Know your exchange rates and transfer fees2 in advance.

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    Transfer speeds

    Your chosen sending and receiving methods will influence how long it takes to send money to Ecuador.

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    Receiver details required

    Have your receiver’s bank name, account number, account type and address to hand in case they’re requested.

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    Sign up to send money to Ecuador today

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    Reasons to choose Western Union®

    Committed to security

    With encrypted money transfers, we aim to provide peace of mind.

    Choice

    We offer a range of convenient transfer methods. Send online, on the app or in person.

    International reach

    We operate in over 200 countries and territories, offering money transfers around the world.

    Heritage

    We’ve been helping people stay connected for over 150 years.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much money can I send to Ecuador?

    You can send up to approximately 6,100 GBP from the UK to friends and family in Ecuador to bank accounts or for cash pickup. Bank transfer is available to UK residents only. Additional limits may apply.

    How do I send money to Ecuador?

    You can send money from the UK to Ecuador online, on our app, or if you prefer physical cash: in person.

    What do I need to send money online to Ecuador?

    To send money from the UK to Ecuador, you may need details such as your receiver’s bank name, account number, account type and address.

    How do I send money to Ecuador from a Western Union agent location?
    1. Find your nearest Western Union agent location.
    2. Give a valid government-issued ID or phone number in at the counter, plus the bank and account details of your receiver if needed. Before transferring money to Ecuador, you may need to provide proof regarding your source of funds. To help with this, please ensure you also take a bank statement, tax return or payslip along with you.
    3. Pay for your money transfer to Ecuador using a debit or credit1 card, or cash.
    4. Keep track of your money transfer using the tracking number (MTCN) on your receipt.
    How do I estimate the cost to transfer money to Ecuador?

    Know your exchange rates and transfer costs in advance with our price estimator.

    How long will it take my money transfer to reach Ecuador?

    Your receiver may get access to the money in minutes3 for cash pickup. It all depends on how you choose to send money to Ecuador.

    Still have questions?

    Visit our FAQs or simply get in touch. Our customer care team is on hand to help.

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    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.