Send and receive money at Tom Thumb

Western Union at Tom Thumb lets you send money, pay bills, pick up cash, and purchase money orders—all during your grocery run. Enjoy fast, reliable, and secure services at participating locations across Texas.

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Western Union services available at Tom Thumb

Send money across the US and abroad

Take care of money transfers during your store visit. Western Union offers reliable ways to send money across the country and around the world at participating Tom Thumb locations.

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Pay bills and utilities in-store

Need to pay rent, credit cards, or utility bills? Western Union provides more ways to pay bills in person at Tom Thumb so you can get it done fast—without making a separate trip.

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Pick up money transfers in person

Receiving money is simple. Just bring a valid ID and Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) associated with the transfer the customer service counter at your local Tom Thumb store.

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Get or cash money orders

Tom Thumb money orders are easy with Western Union. Access options for sending and cashing money orders–a secure alternative to checks that you don’t need a bank account for.

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How to send money at Tom Thumb with Western Union

Visit a participating Tom Thumb near you

Head to a Tom Thumb store that offers Western Union services to get started. Use our online tool to find a location near you today.

Determine how much to send

Understanding fees and how much your receiver will get makes planning ahead easy.

Whether you’re supporting family and sending gifts to friends our money transfer price estimator helps calculate costs.

Provide sender and recipient details

Arrive at the store with a valid ID, your recipient’s full name, and their contact information. These details ensure your money reaches the right person without delay. If sending money to a bank account, be sure to have the account number on hand, too.

Choose payment method

With Western Union at Tom Thumb, you get to choose how you fund your transfer and cover fees. Pay for your transfer with cash or a debit card—whichever method works best for you.

Finalize and track your transfer

Once you review and confirm your money transfer, your funds are on their way! You’ll get a receipt with a MTCN. Share it with your recipient so you both can track the transfer.

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Western Union at Tom Thumb FAQs

Does Tom Thumb offer money orders through Western Union?

Yes. Tom Thumb locations offer options for purchasing and cashing money orders through Western Union. They’re a secure way to make payments like rent, bills, or purchases. You don’t need a bank account to buy or cash money orders.

Can I receive money at a Tom Thumb through Western Union?

Yes, you can! To collect a money order in person at Tom Thumb, simply bring a valid government-issued ID and the MTCN associated with the transfer to a participating location. This is one of many convenient ways to receive money without making a separate trip.

Can I pay bills in person at Tom Thumb?

Yes! Western Union at Tom Thumb makes it easy to pay credit cards, rent, and utility bills while shopping. Knowing how to pay bills with Western Union makes everyday payments even more convenient.

Can I send money to Mexico from Tom Thumb?

Yes, Tom Thumb customers can send money to Mexico—as well as hundreds of other countries and territories around the world—using Western Union’s international services. Speak with an agent at Tom Thumb to start your transaction or learn more about reliable money transfers to Mexico.

Where can I find a Tom Thumb with Western Union services?

Tom Thumb stores are located across Texas. Our location finder tool lets you search for nearby Tom Thumb stores with Western Union money transfer, bill pay, and money order services.

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