Frequently Asked Questions

Receive money

How can I collect the money?

You can pick up your money at any Western Union’s agent location. (link to Find locations) You’ll need to provide the following information:

  •  Your name
  •  The tracking number (MTCN)
  •  Amount expected
  •  Sender’s full name
  •  Country the money came from
  •  A valid ID

Some restrictions may apply.

There is no option to receive money directly to a bank account in Senegal at the moment.

Is there a charge to register on Western Union website?

Money transfers will generally be paid in cash. Other restrictions may apply. Please visit or call the nearest Western Union agent location to get more information about restrictions.

How much does it cost to receive money?

All fees are paid by the sender. Receiving money is free of charge unless the receiver chooses to get the money in a different currency, directly to a device or a bank account at the moment of pickup.

How many times can I register?

Registration with a valid ID and a phone number is possible only once.

How can I change or update my WU profile?

You can change or update your WU Profile information from the “Profile Overview” tab after you log in to wu.com.

After your identity is verified you cannot change your name, last name, date of birth, nationality, and ID number. If you wish to change this information after your identity is verified, please contact Western Union Customer Care number at 18 777 81 or send an email to wu.support@amankuwait.com.

How does an agent pay out money transfers powered by Western Union?

Money transfers will generally be paid in cash. Other restrictions may apply. Please visit or call the nearest Western Union agent location to get more information about restrictions.

How do I collect my money?

You can pick up your money at any Western Union agent location. You’ll need to provide the following information:

  • Your name
  • The tracking number (MTCN)
  • Amount expected
  • Sender’s full name
  • Country the money came from
  • A valid ID

There is no option to receive money directly to a bank account in Senegal at the moment.

Some restrictions may apply.