Send money to Mercado Pago wallets from the US

Q: What is Mercado Pago?

Mercado Pago is one of Latin America's most popular mobile wallets, allowing users in Mexico to send, receive, and store money using their mobile devices. Western Union lets you send directly to Mercado Pago accounts from the US.

Q: How do you send money from the US to Mercado Pago?

The first step to sending money from the US to Mercado Pago mobile wallets is registering or logging into your Western Union account. Decide how much to send, provide your recipient’s details, and fund your transfer using a debit/credit card, bank account, or cash.

Q: How much does a money transfer to Mercado Pago cost?

Money transfer fees depend on how much you send and how you choose to pay. Before sending, you can see the total amount using our cost estimator tool .

Q: How can my receiver claim money transfers to Mercado Pago?

Once the money arrives in their Mercado Pago account, your recipient will be notified. They can use the funds immediately through the app for purchases, transfers, or withdrawals. With many ways to receive money , you recipient can also transfer the funds from their mobile wallet to a bank account.

Q: What currencies can be received via Mercado Pago?

Money transfers to Mercado Pago in Mexico are generally received in Mexican pesos (MXN). Check the latest USD to MXN exchange rates to see exactly how much your receiver will get when you send money from the US.

How to send money to Mercado Pago in 5 simple steps

Decide how you want to transfer money

Sending to Mercado Pago from the US is easy. Get started by registering for an account, or downloading our international money transfer app.

Determine how much to send

How much you send is up to you, but we’re here to help you send with confience. Use our money transfer cost calculator to see your total cost and check the latest USD to MXN exchange rate before you send.

Enter recipient details

Make sure your recipient’s name matches their Mercado Pago account and mobile number. Double-check details to help ensure your money transfer to Mexico is seamless.

Choose payment method

Select a payment method that suits you. Pay with a debit or credit card, from your bank account, or with cash at a Western Union location near you.

Finalize and track your transfer

Complete your money transfer and it’s on its way! You’ll receive a Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN). Track it in real time all the way to Mexico.

More ways to support family and friends in Mexico

With Western Union, you’re not limited to one option. Choose the most convenient way to support the people who matter most. Explore more ways to send money to Mexico today.

Transfer money to major banks in Mexico

You can also send funds directly to top financial institutions across Mexico—such as Elektra and Banco Azteca, not just Mercado Pago. Bank transfers are a reliable and convenient way to get money directly to friends and family.

Send money to a bank account

Arrange cash pickup in Mexico

Western Union’s extensive footprint of agent locations in Mexico makes it easy for your recipient to collect money transfers in cash—even if they don’t have a bank account.

Start a cash transfer

Quickly repeat transfers

Are you sending money back home to Mexico regularly? Save your Mercado Pago recipient’s info in your Western Union account and send again in just a few taps.

Begin a money transfer

Mercado Pago FAQs

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Store recipient information for speedy repeat transfers.

Set custom USD to MXN exchange rate alerts to send money at the right time.

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Send money to Mercado Pago wallets from the United States