Send money to Gambia

Make a money transfer to Gambia with ease when using Western Union. Support loved ones from virtually anywhere in the UK.

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      Register for a free profile and log in to start sending money to Gambia online. With the power of the internet, your friends and family are almost always in reach.

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      Send with our app

      Send money to Gambia on the move or start a transfer with the app and complete at an agent location to save time.

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      Start sending money to Gambia in person at one of thousands of agent locations across the UK.

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      Cash pickup

      Transfer money to Gambia for cash pickup in Gambian dalasi (GMD). Send money to one of thousands of agent locations in Gambia, from Banjul and Serrekunda to Brikama and beyond.

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    Choose how to send money to Gambia

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    Send money to Gambia in a few taps with our app

    Save your friends and family’s details for fast future transfers to Gambia.

    Track your transfer to Gambia in real time, with a notification on arrival.

    Start sending money to Gambia on the app and pay at an agent location.

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

    • Get an estimate before you send

      Check how much a money transfer to Gambia could cost with no obligation. Enter the amount to send and payment method to see the GBP/GMD exchange rate, transfer fees2, transfer total and receiver amount.

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      Send money in minutes3

      Start sending money to Gambia from the UK for cash pickup in minutes3, whether you make a transfer online or in person.

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      Make repeat transfers

      Save your receiver’s details in your profile to speed up repeat transfers to Gambia. This will make sending remittance and other regular transfers quick and convenient.

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    Make fast transfers with ease

    Send money in minutes3 to Gambia for cash pickup at thousands of agent locations – we’ve got you covered.

    Schedule transfers

    Make regular remittance payments with ease by scheduling when you want to send money to Gambia in advance.

    Track your transfer to Gambia

    Use your unique tracking number (MTCN) to reliably track your transfer to Gambia with a notification when it arrives.

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    Reasons to choose Western Union®

    Strong security commitment

    Our fraud prevention efforts and encrypted transfers provide peace of mind so you can confidently start sending money to Gambia from the UK.

    International reach

    Not only can you transfer money to Gambia, but also to other parts of Africa and continents around the world. Our network serves more than 200 countries and territories.

    Choose how you pay

    Pay for a money transfer to Gambia in cash, with a credit2/debit card, bank transfer or Sofort online bank transfer. Use a payment method that suits you.

    Convenient locations

    Find a nearby agent location and send money with ease for cash pickup at one of thousands of agent locations across Gambia.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much money can I send to Gambia?

    You can send up to approximately £4,700 GBP to Gambia for cash pickup at a convenient agent location. This is the maximum amount you can send whether you pay by credit1/debit card, Sofort, bank transfer or cash – though transfer fees2 may differ. The amount your receiver gets depends on the GBP/GMD exchange rate at the time you send.

    How do I send money online to Gambia?

    Sending money to Gambia online is possible but your receiver must visit an agent location to collect their money. To send money online:

    1. Register for a free profile or log in to your existing one. Click ‘Send now’ to start your money transfer to Gambia.
    2. Select Gambia as the destination and enter the amount to send in GBP. Then choose ‘Cash pickup’ and payment by card, Sofort or bank transfer.
    3. Enter your receiver’s name and address or select a saved previous receiver’s details. At this point you’ll also need to select a purpose for the transfer and the source of funds.
    4. Confirm the transfer and pay with a credit1/debit card, Sofort or bank transfer.
    5. Check your email for a receipt that has a unique tracking number (MTCN). Share it with your receiver in Gambia so they can quickly and easily collect their cash.
    How do I send money to Gambia from a Western Union agent location?

    Learn how to send money to Gambia at a Western Union agent location:

    1. Find an agent location near you.
    2. Visit the agent location with a valid government-issued ID. Head to the counter with this and your receiver in Gambia’s name and address.
    3. Prepare to provide proof of funds before sending money to Gambia from the UK, with a bank statement, tax return or payslip.
    4. Arrange the money transfer amount and destination agent location in Gambia, then pay the transfer total in cash or with a credit1/debit card.
    5. Keep your receipt and share the tracking number (MTCN) with your receiver in Gambia so they can collect their money with ease.
    How do I estimate the cost to transfer money to Gambia?

    Use our free, no obligation price estimator to see how much sending money to Gambia could cost. Enter the amount you want to send in GBP and select your payment method to see the current GBP/GMD exchange rate, transfer fees2, transfer total and receiver total (in GMD).

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

    Any money transfer to Gambia sent for cash pickup can arrive in minutes3, whether you pay at an agent location or online by card, Sofort or bank transfer.

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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.