A money order is the right solution when cash or a check won’t cut it

Western Union® money orders offer a reliable, convenient alternative to cash or a check. Use them to give a gift, make a purchase, or even pay a bill.

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All about money orders

  • What is a money order?

    Think of a money order as a pre-paid check. It provides a reliable way to transfer funds from one person to the next.

  • Where to get a money order?

    Money orders can be purchased at any participating Western Union® agent location.

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  • How to get a money order

    Stop in at any participating Western Union location. Purchase for the principal amount you need.

  • How to request a money order refund?

    If you have your original money order or your purchaser’s receipt and your money order has not been cashed.

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Benefits of using Western Union® money orders

Benefits of using Western Union® money orders

Buy at participating Western Union agent locations.

With a money order, there’s no need for a bank account.

It’s a simple and reliable way to give money in person or send it through the mail.

Other money order questions?

HOW DO I REQUEST A MONEY ORDER REFUND?

If you are a purchaser and you have a money order receipt, submit refund request help.

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WHERE CAN I CASH A MONEY ORDER?

You may be able to cash your money order at banks and other retailers (grocery stores, check-cashing locations or other stores where you’ve been able to cash checks in the past). In some circumstances, the bank or retailer may charge you to cash your money order. You may also be able to deposit the money order into your bank account.

Please note, not all Western Union locations, including where you buy a money order, are able to cash them.

DO MONEY ORDERS HAVE AN EXPIRATION DATE?

No. However, depending upon the state of purchase, if you do not use or cash the money order within one to three years of the purchase date, a non-refundable service charge will be deducted from the principal amount.

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WHERE CAN I BUY A MONEY ORDER?

You can buy a money order at a participating Western Union Agent location. Make sure to apply ‘Money Order’ as option in filters.

OTHER QUESTIONS

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*Card issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. Use a debit card to avoid these fees and charges.