Q: How can I find out if my money transfer has been paid?

You can check your transfer status online . All you need is your name and the tracking number (MTCN) printed on your receipt.

Q: How can I find out if a money transfer is available for pick up?

You can check your transfer status online . All you need is the sender's name and the tracking number (MTCN – Money Transfer Control Number) printed on the sender's receipt.

Question 1

Who uses Western Union money transfer services?

Accepted Answer

Western Union’s services are for anyone who needs to send or receive money quickly. From travelers and people supporting friends or relatives abroad, to business people who need to make faster international transfers.

Question 2

Who are Western Union^® agents in Niger?

Accepted Answer

They are our representatives who will help you send or receive money. In Niger, they are our partner Banks.

Question 3

How can I find a Western Union^® agent location in Niger?

Accepted Answer

You can easily locate a Western Union agent location online, just use our agent locator.

Question 4

How do I send money from an agent location?

Accepted Answer

The first step is to locate the nearest agent location (find it in our agent locator online), then you should give your receiver’s details to the agent. Once all the information is entered, you will be asked to give the total amount including the service fees. The transfer will be completed after this and the money available in minutes¹ to your receiver. Don’t forget to get the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) from your receipt and share it only with your receiver, he or she will need it to pick up the cash.

Question 5

What are acceptable documents for picking up money in Niger?

Accepted Answer

For money pickups at a Western Union agent location, your receiver must present one of the following types of IDs:

For Niger residents: a passport, a Niger-issued ID, a driving license with photo or a residence permit.
For non Niger residents: a passport or a country issued ID⁴.

Question 6

How can I find out if my money transfer has been paid?

Accepted Answer

You can check your transfer status online. All you need is your name and the tracking number (MTCN) printed on your receipt.

Question 7

How can I find out if a money transfer is available for pick up?

Accepted Answer

You can check your transfer status online. All you need is the sender's name and the tracking number (MTCN – Money Transfer Control Number) printed on the sender's receipt.

Question 8

When can I visit a Western Union’s agent location?

Accepted Answer

Each Western Union’s agent location has its own hours of operation. Some have extended hours and some even stay open 24/7. Find a nearby Western Union agent location.

Question 9

How do I verify my Identity

Accepted Answer


    
        
            How do I verify my identity?

            Important: To send money, you must verify your identity after you complete your profile.

        

        Follow these 3 steps:

Enter your personal details
Keep your IDs handy. You’ll need to provide them later.
Take a clear selfie.    
Accepted ID types:    
For Japanese residents:
My Number Card or
Japanese passport with a valid Japan home address or     Driving license plus My Number document (any one of Notification Card/My Number Card/ Residence Certificate)
Non Japanese nationals:
Residence Certificate  plus My Number document (any one of Notification Card, My Number Card, Residence Certificate)

    

    Important: The verification process can take up to 3 hours after we receive the required information. We’ll let you know when it’s completed.   
For questions, call Customer Care at 0120-961-623


    
        
            How do I verify my identity?

            Important: To send money, you must verify your identity after you complete your profile.

        

        Follow these 3 steps:

Enter your personal details
Keep your IDs handy. You’ll need to provide them later.
Take a clear selfie.    
Accepted ID types:    
For Japanese residents:
My Number Card or
Japanese passport with a valid Japan home address or     Driving license plus My Number document (any one of Notification Card/My Number Card/ Residence Certificate)
Non Japanese nationals:
Residence Certificate  plus My Number document (any one of Notification Card, My Number Card, Residence Certificate)

    

    Important: The verification process can take up to 3 hours after we receive the required information. We’ll let you know when it’s completed.   
For questions, call Customer Care at 0120-961-623

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Enter your personal details
Keep your IDs handy. You’ll need to provide them later.
Take a clear selfie.
Accepted ID types:
For Japanese residents:
My Number Card or
Japanese passport with a valid Japan home address or Driving license plus My Number document (any one of Notification Card/My Number Card/ Residence Certificate)
Non Japanese nationals:
Residence Certificate  plus My Number document (any one of Notification Card, My Number Card, Residence Certificate)

Follow these 3 steps:

Enter your personal details
Keep your IDs handy. You’ll need to provide them later.
Take a clear selfie.
Accepted ID types:
For Japanese residents:
My Number Card or
Japanese passport with a valid Japan home address or Driving license plus My Number document (any one of Notification Card/My Number Card/ Residence Certificate)
Non Japanese nationals:
Residence Certificate  plus My Number document (any one of Notification Card, My Number Card, Residence Certificate)

Question 10

Who are Western Union® agents in Niger?

Accepted Answer