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How do I send money to India
There are three convenient options for sending money to India with Western Union: online from your bank account or using a credit or debit card; via our app; or by visiting an agent location. So you can transfer money on the go or from the comfort of your own home.
1. Online
Send money to India in minutes1, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
from a £0 transfer fee2
2. From our app
Transfer money from your phone with the Western Union® app
from a £0 transfer fee2
3. At our stores
Pay in person at one of 5,900 Western Union agent locations3 in the UK
from £2.90 transfer fee2
Send to a bank account in India
Easily transfer pounds to rupees when you send to any of the following Indian bank accounts:
Mahindara Bank, Federal Bank, ICICI Bank, YES Bank Union Bank of India, Kotak, Punjab National Bank, Bank of Baroda, and more!
How to transfer money to India online
1. Log in or register
Creating a profile is easy. We’ll confirm by email once your identity has been verified.
2. Enter the transfer details
Please include your receiver’s full name and how they’ll get the money (cash or bank account).
3. Pay for the transfer
Choose if you want to pay online by bank transfer or card, or in cash at our agent locations.
Transfers are even easier with our app
Sending money to India? Do it with a few taps on the Western Union® app. Check our fees and FX rates before you send, enjoy easy repeat transfers and track your money on the go!
1 The Reserve Bank of India Rules require payouts exceeding INR50,000 by way of bank cheque. Western Union also implements additional rules to protect customers and prevent use of the service outside permitted guidelines, including the payment of transactions exceeding INR 9,999/- by bank cheque if a family relationship cannot be clearly established based on available information.
2 Western Union also makes money from currency exchange. When choosing a money transmitter, carefully compare both transfer fees and exchange rates. Fees and foreign exchange rates may vary by brand, channel, and location based on a number of factors. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.
3 Agent count correct as of 30 September 2018.
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