Send money to Nigeria from the US

Send cash to most major banks in Nigeria with WU.com, via the Western Union^® app, or from an agent location for pickup within minutes¹.

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Transfer money to anyone in Nigeria

Does a loved one need emergency cash fast? Did your favorite niece run out of vacation money before going on a weekend trip? Whatever the reason, Western Union makes it easy to send and transfer money to Nigeria online, via the Western Union^® app, or from an agent location. When you need to wire money to Nigeria, we’ll help you get it there – quickly and reliably.

Choose how to send money to Nigeria

Sending money to Nigeria from the US is easy and convenient with Western Union. We oﬀer three quick ways for you to get money to your loved ones.

Online
Send money to Nigeria in minutes¹ on westernunion.com.
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App
Transfer money to Nigeria from wherever you are.
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In-person
Send money to Nigeria from any one of over 55,000 agent locations across the US.
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Choose how to pay

Pay with a credit or debit card², Apple Pay^®

Directly from your bank account

In cash at an agent location

Receiving naira in Nigeria

When you send money to Nigeria, your loved ones can pick up their cash at more than 4,500 agent locations across Nigeria, or have the money sent directly to a bank account.

Transfer money to Nigeria with the Western Union^® app

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Why choose Western Union to transfer money to Nigeria?

Reliable

Your money will get there when they need it most.

Fast

Send money to Nigeria for cash pickup within minutes¹.

Convenient

Money can be sent directly to major bank accounts in Nigeria.

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Estimate the cost of sending money to Nigeria.

We make it easy for you to transfer money to Nigeria – whether it’s to friends or family. Our price estimator gives you an idea of what you can expect in terms of transfer fees, transfer limits, and exchange rates.

Send loved ones the gift of mobile minutes

Western Union makes it easy to reload prepaid mobile phone minutes for your loved ones who live in Nigeria. We provide prepaid mobile minutes on 9 Mobile prepaid phone plans, making it easier for loved ones in Nigeria and abroad to stay connected. Learn more about how to reload a mobile phone and provide prepaid minutes instantly when you use our service.

Can I wire money to Nigeria bank accounts?

Western Union makes it easy to transfer money to a bank account in Nigeria. While we don’t “wire” your transaction, the money can be sent directly from your bank account to your loved one’s account in Nigeria. Receivers can use the funds for anything from emergencies to household improvements, education, and more.

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

¹ Date available will be displayed on receipt for international transfers over $15. Service and funds availability depends on certain factors including the Service selected, the selection of delayed delivery options, special terms applicable to each Service, amount sent, destination country, currency availability, regulatory issues, consumer protection issues, identification requirements, delivery restrictions, agent location hours, and differences in time zones (collectively, “Restrictions”).

² Card issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. Use a debit card to avoid these fees and charges.