Send money to Switzerland

Q: How much does it cost to transfer money to Switzerland?

The amount you pay in transfer fees 2 to transfer money to Switzerland can depend on the exchange rate 2 between EUR and CHF and your method of payment. You can check our prices on this online form .

When you need to transfer money to Switzerland, choose Western Union to send money in just a few clicks of our website or app. Within minutes¹, your loved one could be collecting their money transfer via cash pickup or direct to their bank account.

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Send money easily to Switzerland from the Netherlands

How to receive money

How to send money

If you want to transfer money to loved ones in Switzerland, use Western Union’s reputable service for real peace of mind. There are several ways for you and your loved ones to send and receive money with us.

Bank account
Your loved ones can receive money direct to their bank account in Switzerland when you transfer money to a Swiss account with Western Union.
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Cash pickup
Transfer money to Switzerland for immediate cash pickup. Your loved ones can select from hundreds pickup locations in Switzerland, from Geneva to Zürich and many others.
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Send online
To send money to Switzerland online with Western Union, create a free online account and arrange your first money transfer to Switzerland today.
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Send with our app
Using the Western Union app, you can send money to Switzerland while on the go. Through the app, you can also save recipient details, making it easy to make repeat transfers.
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Send in person
Find a Western Union agent nearby to transfer money to Switzerland in person. There are hundreds of money transfer locations spread all throughout the Netherlands.
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Track your money transfer

When you transfer money to Switzerland it can be followed in real time. You’ll receive a special Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) when you use Western Union, and we’ll let you know as soon as your money arrives.

Money in minutes¹

When you send money from the Netherlands to Switzerland with Western Union, your money could be with your loved ones within minutes¹.

Pay how you want

Transfer money to Switzerland using the Western Union website or app. Pay with a credit³/debit card or bank transfer to transfer funds directly to a loved one’s bank account or cash pickup.

Convenient locations

You can send EUR to CHF with ease thanks to hundreds Western Union locations throughout Switzerland, including those in Bern, Basel, Geneva and more.

Reasons to choose Western Union

Enjoy peace of mind

With our encrypted servers and stringent fraud prevention procedures in place, you’ll have peace of mind whenever you transfer money to Switzerland.

Easy to Re-send

Our one-tap re-send function allows you to quickly and easily repeat a money transfer to a loved one.

Register now for free

Register right away to send money to Switzerland. Simply enter the required details via the Western Union website or app.

Worldwide reach

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 Netherlands to over 200 countries and territories around the world.

Send money to Switzerland in a few taps with the Western Union app

Transfer money to Switzerland on the go.

Track your money transfers in real time.

Save recipient details for a quick way to repeatedly transfer money to Switzerland.

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Pay the way that works for you

Credit³ or debit card

Via Apple Pay^® in our app

Bank account

Bank account iDeal

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Get a free estimate
Before you send money to Switzerland, calculate potential costs with a free estimate from Western Union. You’re under no obligation to make the transfer. You can also view the EUR to CHF exchange rate² at any time.
Convenient money transfers
Remember, you can transfer money to Switzerland through a range of payment methods, so you can always find the one that suits your loved ones best.
Get your receiver’s details ready
Do you want to transfer money to Switzerland? If you have your recipient’s details ready, you can send money immediately. Alternately, start the procedure, pause it, and resume it from the history page when you’re ready.

Ready to send money to Switzerland?

Check out the FAQs listed below for additional details on how to transfer money to Switzerland from the Netherlands. Get going right away if you’re ready to set up your initial money transfer.

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Support your loved ones at special moments

Whether your loved ones are celebrating a wedding in Geneva, a big birthday in Zürich or a new business opportunity, we’re here to help. Use our reliable service to send money from the Netherlands to Switzerland exactly when your loved one needs it.

Frequently asked questions

How can I transfer money to Switzerland?

Sign in or register, then click ‘Send now’ to send money to Switzerland. Choose Switzerland as your destination and enter the desired amount. Following that, you’ll be given information on average money transfer rates and will be able to select how you’ll pay and how your money will be sent to your receiver. We’ll then send you an MTCN code, which you may share with your receiver to trace your money in real time.

How much money can I send to Switzerland Online?

You can send up to €5,000 to Switzerland from the Netherlands direct to a bank account or for cash pickup.

How long does it take to transfer money to Switzerland?

It depends on your chosen payment method and how the funds will be received by your loved one. If you pay by credit³ card, debit card or iDeal, money could be available for cash pickup or available in your loved one’s bank account in just a few minutes¹. For other bank transfer methods, it could take 1-2 business days¹.

How much does it cost to transfer money to Switzerland?

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

What is the best way to send money to Switzerland?

The best way to transfer money to Switzerland from the Netherlands is find a money transfer service you can trust and the sending and receiving methods that suit you and your loved ones best. Send EUR to CHF in the most convenient way for you with Western Union.

Is it safe to send money to Switzerland online?

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

Still have questions about sending money to Switzerland?

We’re here to help. Browse more FAQs, or get in touch with our excellent customer care team to find out more.

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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. For money transfers made by cell phone, the funds will be paid to the receiver’s mobile wallet account provider so they can then be credited to the account linked to the receiver’s cell phone number. Additional third-party charges may apply, including SMS, account over-limit and cash-out fees. See the transfer form to learn more about restrictions.

² Western Union also makes money from currency exchange. When choosing a money transmitter, carefully compare both transfer fees and exchange rates. Transfer fees, foreign exchange rates and taxes may vary by brand, channel, and location based on a number of factors. Transfer fees and exchange rates subject to change without notice.

³ If you’re using a credit card, a card-issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. To avoid these fees or for reduced fees, use a debit card or check other payment methods.