In this article, we’ll share exactly how to send money through Western Union in person.
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Table of Contents
- How to Send Money Through Western Union in Person
- Alternative Ways to Transfer Money Through Western Union
- Alternatives to Western Union
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Do You Want Help Opening Bank Accounts?
How to Send Money Through Western Union in Person
To send money through Western Union in person, you need to follow these five steps:
- Choose a Western Union location nearest to you
- Complete a Western Union “Send Money” request form
- Submit the completed form and your identification to the agent
- Provide payment for the transfer and related fees
- Receive confirmation of the transfer and the tracking code
In order to complete these five steps, you will need specific information about the person you are sending the transfer to, this includes the following:
- Recipient’s full name exactly as it appears on their identification
- The chosen address where the transfer will be picked up
Please note, that the following information is required to send money through Western Union in person. If you are sending money directly to an individual’s bank account, the following information will be required.
- First and last name
- Phone number
- Residential address
- Bank name
- Bank account number
- Bank SWIFT code
- Relevant intermediary bank information
If you’re looking to transfer funds directly or send money to South Africa from the USA, you can follow this link to learn more.
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Alternative Ways to Transfer Money Through Western Union
Western Union offers a few different options to individuals looking to send money. In particular, Western Union’s online platform is available for completing both domestic and international transfers.
Alternatively, if you’re looking to send money to China from the UK there are alternate transfer methods to consider, which you can read about in the article linked here.
Send Money Online
You can open an account with Western Union online to send and track transfers without visiting one of their branches in person. This has the added benefits of saving time and being able to directly input transfer information yourself, which can reduce the chance of human error.
Alternatives to Western Union
As mentioned, there are other options that you may want to consider instead of Western Union. These alternatives include international transfer services, other money order companies, and international banks.
Transfer Money via Bank Account
While money orders are often seen as a faster and more secure way to send money internationally, this isn’t always the case. Instead, many international banks specifically cater to individuals who are frequently sending and receiving international transfers. This includes non-resident individuals who are looking to send and receive transfers back to their home country, and who require multi-currency accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are two of the most common questions that we receive from people looking to know how to send money through Western Union in person. If you have further questions you would like answered, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us directly.
How Do I Send Money Through the Western Union Branch?
To send money through a Western Union Branch, you will need to complete a “Send Money” request form, present a valid form of government identification, and provide payment for the transfer amount and any relevant fees.
How to Send Money Through Western Union Internationally in Person?
To send money through Western Union internationally in person, you will need to provide the same information that is required to send money domestically, with a few additional requirements. For example, if you are sending money to an international bank account you will be required to provide the bank name, the bank’s SWIFT code, the international bank account number (IBAN) of the recipient, and their residential address.
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