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Send money from the Netherlands to over 200 countries and territories online, in person or with our app. It’s a quick and easy way to reach friends and family in your home country or elsewhere in the Netherlands. With Western Union, you can reach your loved ones virtually anywhere.

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    80% customers take less than 6 minutes to complete an online transfer with WU.

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    We’ve sent money around the world for over 150 years

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    Convenient ways to move money with Western Union

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      Send online

      From the northern Dutch coast to Eindhoven in the south, you can register, log in and send money online from the comfort of your sofa.

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      Send with our app

      The Western Union® app makes money transfers simple. Use it to check out exchange rates. Send money at the gym, in the office or during your commute. Then, track your money transfer every step of the way.

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      Send in person

      From Rotterdam to Amsterdam, there are more than 2001 Western Union agent locations to choose from across the Netherlands. Visit us to pay by cash or get in-person assistance.

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      Bank account

      Send money directly to major Dutch banks or big-name brands on other continents.

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      Cash pickup

      You don’t just find us in the Netherlands. We offer approximately 600,0001 agent locations in countries around the world.

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      Mobile wallet2

      Transfer money from the Netherlands to your receiver’s mobile phone for maximum convenience.

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    • Direct to card

      Send your money transfer direct to your receiver’s debit card in minutes3. Simply select this receiving option, enter your receiver’s full name and debit card number.

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    Pay the way you like

    Credit4 or debit card

    Via Apple Pay® in our app

    Bank account

    Bank account iDeal

    Cash at an agent location

    Send and transfer money online in 5 simple steps

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    Register and verify your free profile

    Register for a free profile to send money from the Netherlands with Western Union. Then, log in to get started. You could be in the centre of Rotterdam or the villages of rural Drenthe – it only takes an internet connection.

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    Choose the amount and destination

    Then, enter your destination. You can make international or domestic money transfers to a bank account, or for cash pickup at an agent location. To some destinations, you can even send money straight to a debit card or mobile wallet2.

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    Pay the way that suits you

    Choose a convenient payment option. Depending on the destination, you can pay by credit4/debit card, bank transfer5 or with iDEAL banking.

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    Enter your receiver’s details

    Next, tell us about your receiver. We’ll need their full name as it appears on their ID, as well as their address and bank account5 details. Sometimes, we might ask for some other details too – it depends on the destination.

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    Track your money transfer

    Finally, click ‘send’. At this point, you’ll receive a unique tracking number (MTCN). You can use this to follow your money transfer from the Netherlands out of Europe and beyond, or even if it’s going somewhere closer to home within the 12 Dutch provinces.

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      Register and verify your free profile

      Register for a free profile to send money from the Netherlands with Western Union. Then, log in to get started. You could be in the centre of Rotterdam or the villages of rural Drenthe – it only takes an internet connection.

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      Choose the amount and destination

      Then, enter your destination. You can make international or domestic money transfers to a bank account, or for cash pickup at an agent location. To some destinations, you can even send money straight to a debit card or mobile wallet2.

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      Pay the way that suits you

      Choose a convenient payment option. Depending on the destination, you can pay by credit4/debit card, bank transfer5 or with iDEAL banking.

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      Enter your receiver’s details

      Next, tell us about your receiver. We’ll need their full name as it appears on their ID, as well as their address and bank account5 details. Sometimes, we might ask for some other details too – it depends on the destination.

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      Track your money transfer

      Finally, click ‘send’. At this point, you’ll receive a unique tracking number (MTCN). You can use this to follow your money transfer from the Netherlands out of Europe and beyond, or even if it’s going somewhere closer to home within the 12 Dutch provinces.

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    Send money in a few taps with our app

    Send money wherever you are – at home, work or on the go.

    Conveniently track each money transfer.

    Save your receiver’s details to make the next money transfer even easier.

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    Start sending money today

    Easy registration

    Register for a free profile to send money internationally or domestically from the Netherlands.

    Track your payments

    Use your unique tracking number (MTCN) to follow your money transfer every step of the way, even if it’s staying within our corner of the European coast.

    Pay the way you like

    Cash, card or bank transfer – pay the way that suits you.

    Convenient agent locations

    Head down to a Western Union agent location in the Netherlands for easy money transfers and friendly advice.

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    Relied on by customers around the world

    Western Union connects millions of people around the world working, travelling or living away from home. We’ve been in the game for over 150 years and are still going strong.

    Whether you’re sending money online, in person or via the app, our transfers are quick, easy and reliable. Register today and reach your loved ones virtually anywhere.

    Encryption to help protect your transfers

    We’re committed to keeping your data secure

    The reliable ways to send money internationally

    Send money from the Netherlands to bank accounts around the world the way that works for you: online, with the Western Union® app or in person at an agent location. Choose your country to get started.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How to send money internationally from the Netherlands?

    You can send money internationally online, via our app or in person at an agent location. We operate in more than 200 countries and territories. Whichever method you choose, follow the simple instructions to make your money transfer. We’ll let you know if we need any country-specific details.

    How do I send money to a bank account?

    You can send money to a bank account online, via our app or in person from the Netherlands. Follow these simple online steps:

    1. Register for a profile or log in. Click ‘Send money’ to get started.
    2. Choose your destination and type in your transfer amount.
    3. Select ‘Bank account’ as the receiver option. You can also send a direct bank transfer with iDEAL.
    4. Choose your payment method.
    5. Enter your receiver’s bank details. This could include the account number, bank address, bank name or IBAN.
    6. Hit ‘Send’ and note down your unique tracking number (MTCN). We’ll also send this on a confirmation email.
    How do I send money online for cash pickup?

    If you send money for cash collection, it can be ready in minutes3. Here’s how it works from the Netherlands:

    1. Register for a profile or log in.
    2. Choose your destination and enter your transfer amount.
    3. Select ‘Cash pickup’ as your receiving method.
    4. Choose your payment method.
    5. Enter your receiver’s details. We’ll need their full name and address and potentially some other details too.
    6. Hit ‘Send’ and note down your unique tracking number (MTCN). We’ll also send this in a confirmation email.
    How do I send money online to a mobile wallet2?

    Some countries offer money transfers directly to a mobile wallet2. Follow these steps to make your money transfer from the Netherlands:

    1. Register for a free profile, or log in. Click ‘Send money’.
    2. Next, enter ‘Mobile wallet2’ as your receiver method and enter the amount.
    3. Enter your receiver’s name and phone number.
    4. Finish your money transfer and note down your unique tracking number (MTCN).
    How do I send money at a Western Union agent location?
    1. Start by finding your nearest agent location. There are options wherever you’re based in the Netherlands.
    2. Head to the desk and give us your receiver’s details.
    3. Pay for your money transfer.
    4. Take note of your unique tracking number (MTCN).
    How do I send money with the Western Union® app?
    1. Download the app via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Follow the steps to register for your free profile. If you’ve already done this, no problem. Just log in as normal.
    2. Enter your destination, transfer amount and preferred collection/receipt methods.
    3. Enter your and your receiver’s details.
    4. Track your progress using the unique tracking number (MTCN).
    Is there flexibility to change how my receiver gets their money?

    Is there flexibility to change how my receiver gets their money?

    We’re making it easy to switch from cash pickup to sending money directly to your receiver’s bank account. Follow the steps below to update the delivery method. Currently, online updates are excluded for select countries.

    1. Call 0800 022 8781 and speak to a Dutch money transfer specialist.
    2. Fill in your receiver details. You’ll need to provide their address and bank account details.

    Confirm the money transfer. A receipt will appear showing if your delivery method has been updated.

    1 Network data as of December 31, 2021.

    2 Funds will be paid to receiver’s mWallet account provider for credit to account tied to receiver’s mobile number. Additional third-party charges may apply, including SMS and account over-limit and cash-out fees. Funds availability subject to terms and conditions of service. See Mobile Form for restrictions.

    3 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. For mobile transactions, funds will be paid to receiver’s mWallet account provider for credit to account tied to receiver’s mobile number. Additional third-party charges may apply, including SMS and account over-limit and cash-out fees. See the transfer form for restrictions.

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

    5 Please make sure that the receiver’s name accurately matches the details of the bank account owner. (Account details may vary by country.)