Send money to Pakistan

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

The amount you pay in transfer fees 3 to send money to Pakistan can depend on the exchange rate 3 between GBP and PKR and your method of payment. You can check our prices on this online form .

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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:

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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 send and receive money

Discover how to transfer money to Pakistan from the UK with Western Union. Choose the best way to send money below with our reliable and flexible payment methods.

How to send money to Pakistan

How to receive money in Pakistan

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.
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Choose the way you pay

Using your bank details

Cash at an agent location

With a credit or debit card²

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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.

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 ofagent locations spread throughout Pakistan– from Karachi to Multan.

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.

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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.

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

Transfer money in minutes

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 minutes¹.

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.

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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More information on sending money to Pakistan

Send money to all major banks
You can send money directly to all major banks in Pakistan, including Habib and MCB, with Western Union.
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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 rates³, transfer fees³ 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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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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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.

Frequently asked questions

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

Start by finding a Western Union location near you – we have thousands across the UK.
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.
Pay with your credit or debit card, or cash.
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 fees³ to send money to Pakistan can depend on the exchange rate³ 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 minutes¹, or direct to a bank account in 1 business day¹.

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.

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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.