Send money to Netherlands

Send money to Netherlands with Western Union. Support your loved ones and gift your friends online, on the move with our app, or in person.

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    Convenient ways to send and receive money

    Choose the way you send money to Netherlands

    Using your bank details

    Cash at an agent location

    With a credit2 or debit card

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    Send money to Netherlands in a few taps with our app

    Save your receiver’s details to your Western Union profile, making future money transfers easy.

    Easily track your money transfer from the moment you click send.

    Begin your money transfer online when you have a quiet moment and finish up at your nearest agent location to save time.

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    Easily track your transfer

    From the moment your money is sent, you and your receiver can track its progress. Simply hold onto your unique tracking number (MTCN) and enter it into our transfer tracker.

    Repeat transactions

    Your Western Union profile makes repeat money transfers easy, by saving the details of receivers and transfers. This means you can save time on subsequent transfers with a few clicks.

    Reasons to choose Western Union®

    Committed to security

    Our technologies are designed to protect your personal information and prevent fraud, so you can transfer your money reliably and with peace of mind.

    International reach

    Support your loved ones in Netherlands, throughout Europe, and beyond—with 200 countries and territories in the Western Union network, you’re never too far away.

    Strong heritage

    For 150 years, our mission has been to help people move their money where it matters most. To this day, we help you reach your friends and family, whether they’re in the next town or beyond borders.

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    Register for a free Western Union profile today and start sending money to Netherlands.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much money can I send to Netherlands?

    For a money transfer to a bank account, you can send up to 50,000 GBP via bank transfer. If you choose to pay by debit/credit2 card or Sofort, the maximum you can send is 4,000 GBP. For cash pickup, you can send up to 5,000 GBP in-store or alternatively send no more than 4,000 GBP online.

    How do I send money online to Netherlands?

    Sending money to Netherlands is easy by following these simple steps:

    1. Register or log in to your Western Union profile, then press ‘Send money’ to start the transfer process.
    2. Once on the ‘Send money’ page, select Netherlands as your transfer destination.
    3. Choose your receiver and payment method, this is where you’ll receive a full breakdown of your money transfer. Click ‘Continue’ once you’re happy.
    4. Enter the receiver’s details and finalise your money transfer. Or select a previous receiver for a repeat transfer.
    5. You’ll then receive a unique tracking number (MTCN) with your receipt. You and your receiver can use this to track your transfer.
    What do I need to send money online to Netherlands?

    To send money to Netherlands online, there’s some information you’ll require:

    • A type of government-issued UK identification, like a driver’s license or passport to sign up for a Western Union profile.
    • Your total money transfer amount.
    • The receiver’s full name, bank details if sending to a bank account, purpose of transfer and the source of your funds.
    How do I send money to Netherlands from a Western Union agent location?

    Before you can transfer, make sure you find your nearest or most convenient agent location using our location finder. Then, follow these steps:

    1. Show a form of identification to the agent at the desk, a form of UK-issued government ID, or your registered phone number.
    2. You’ll then be required to provide proof of your source of funds to pay for your transfer.
    3. Once finalised, you’ll receive a unique tracking number (MTCN.) Hold onto this and share it with your receiver.

    You also have the option of starting your transfer on the app or online, before finalising your money transfer at an agent location near you. This means you can lock in the exchange rate online and experience a faster checkout in-store. Make sure you bring your photo ID and complete the money transfer within 24 hours.

    How do I estimate the cost to transfer money to Netherlands?

    Transparent estimates are part of the process, not hidden away. When you enter your money transfer details, before you proceed, you’ll see a full breakdown on the ‘Send money’ page. If you’re not happy with the transfer, then you can stop at this point. There’s no obligation.

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

    Money could arrive in a matter of minutes1 for cash pickup, or generally on the same banking day when sending a money transfer to a bank account. However, bank holidays, security checks, intermediary banks, and hours of operation can affect this.

    Still have questions?

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

    1 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.

    2 Some card issuers may charge additional fees for using our services. Please contact your card issuer for more information.

    3 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.