Send money to Pakistan

Send money to Pakistan from the UK online, in person, or on the move via our app – whatever works for you. Get the exchange rate2 for Pounds to PKR and transfer money online.

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    How to send money to Pakistan

    If you need to transfer money to Pakistan, use a reputable service like Western Union for complete peace of mind. Here are the four key steps you need to take:

    Register for Free

    Log in or register for a free profile. To begin sending money, click ‘Send now’.

    Start your transfer

    Select Pakistan as your destination and choose the amount you want to send to your loved one.

    Select payment and recipient

    Select a receiving option, enter recipient details, or select existing details if you’ve sent to them before.

    Make your payment

    Select a payment method (expected transaction times will be shown) and send your money to Pakistan.

    Convenient ways to move money

    Send money to Pakistan online

    Register for free or log in now to start transferring money to Pakistan via your online account.

    Send money to Pakistan via app

    Make a money transfer from the UK to Pakistan via our app. You can even save time by starting a transfer on your phone and finishing it in-store.

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    Send money to Pakistan in person

    Visit your nearest agent location – with thousands to choose from in the UK – to make a money transfer to Pakistan in person.

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    Bank account

    Send money directly to a friend or family member’s account. We transfer money to all the major banks in Pakistan.

    Start a transfer

    Cash pickup

    From Lahore to Karachi, there tens of thousands of Western Union locations in Pakistan. Arrange a transfer for a cash pickup somewhere convenient for your loved ones.

    Find a Western Union location

    Choose the way you pay

    Using your bank details

    Cash at an agent location

    With a credit or debit card1

    Sign up to send money to Pakistan today

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    Convenient and easy transfers

    If you want to send money to Pakistan regularly, you can reminders, and even save your receiver’s details for repeat money transfers to Pakistan.

    Track your money transfers to Pakistan

    With notifications, a Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) and transfer tracking, you’ll always know when your money has arrived.

    Transparent fees

    You can find out the fees2 for transferring money from the UK to the Pakistan and the exchange rates2 we offer in advance, as well as the maximum transfer amount.

    Local locations

    Transfer money from the UK to Pakistan for your friends and family to collect at their nearest Western Union location. We have tens of thousands of agent locations spread throughout Pakistan– from Karachi to Multan.

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    Reasons to choose Western Union

    Pay how you like

    Transfer money to Pakistan online via our app or website, or at a Western Union location – for your friends and family to collect for cash pickup or delivered direct to their bank account.

    Committed to security

    Every money transfer to Pakistan is protected by our encryption and fraud prevention measures. Plus, you can track any transfer with the provided MTCN.

    International reach

    You can send money to Pakistan from the UK quickly and easily with Western Union. We’ll send your transfer straight away and it can arrive within minutes3.

    Send money across the globe

    Western Union connect millions of people across the globe. We’ve been doing this for over 150 years, and now help our customers send money from the UK to over 200 countries and territories around the world. Wherever your loved ones are, we can help you reach them.

    Ready to send money to Pakistan?

    If you’re ready to register to set up your first money transfer to Pakistan you can do so now, or you can check out our FAQs below to find out more about the best way to send money to Pakistan for you.

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    Send money to Pakistan in a few taps with our app

    Download and use the app to transfer money to Pakistan on the go.

    Regularly sending money to Pakistan? Save your receiver details to resend with a few taps.

    Start your money transfer to Pakistan on the app and complete in-store for a fast process.

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    Treat your loved ones on special occasions 

    No matter the occasion, whether birthdays, weddings or anything else, your loved ones will receive their money on time when you send money to Pakistan from the UK with Western Union. Schedule and track your transactions using our trusted service.

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    Send money to all major banks

    You can send money directly to all major banks in Pakistan, including Habib and MCB, with Western Union.

    Send money to bank accounts

    Get a free estimate before you send

    You can use our transfer estimator to see your costs in black and white. It tells you GBP/PKR exchange rates2, transfer fees2 and more.

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    Check and collect your receiver’s details

    Make sure your receiver’s details are accurate. To send a money transfer to Pakistan, you’ll need your receiver’s IBAN code, branch name and address.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How do I send money to Pakistan from a Western Union agent location?

    1. Start by finding a Western Union location near you – we have thousands across the UK.
    2. Visit your local branch to send money to Pakistan. You’ll need your government-issued ID, as well as your receiver’s bank details. You may also need to prove the source of your funds – a bank statement, payslip or tax return is useful here.
    3. Pay with your credit1 or debit card, or cash.
    4. Keep your receipt and Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN). Your receiver will also need this to collect their money in Pakistan.

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

    The amount you pay in transfer fees2 to send money to Pakistan can depend on the exchange rate2 between GBP and PKR and your method of payment. You can check our prices on this online form.

    How much money can I send to Pakistan?

    You can send a money transfer to Pakistan up to £3,650 for cash pickup or direct to a bank account.

    How long does it take to send money to Pakistan?

    This depends on your chosen payment method and how the funds will be received by your recipient. Money could be available for cash pickup in minutes3, or direct to a bank account in 1 business day3.

    What is the best way to send money to Pakistan?

    Send money to Pakistan from the UK with ease by using a money transfer service you can trust. Send pounds to Pakistani rupee in the most convenient way for you with Western Union.

    Can you use an app to send money to Pakistan?

    Whether you’re at home or on the move, you can send money to Pakistan easily in a few taps with the Western Union® app. Download the app.

    Can I transfer money to a Pakistan bank account?

    Yes, sending to a bank account is one of the available receiving methods for sending money from the UK to Pakistan with Western Union. We transfer money to all the major banks in Pakistan.

    Is it safe to send money online to Pakistan?

    Money transfers to Pakistan use our encrypted servers and extensive fraud prevention measures, so you can use Western Union’s money transfer service with confidence.

    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 Additional third-party charges may apply.

    2 Western Union makes money from currency exchange. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.

    3 Transfer speed and fund availability may be affected by factors such as service choice, amount, destination, currency, regulations, ID requirements, and system availability of our banking partners. Not available for all transactions. See Terms for details.