How to get money through western union

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Last year, our customers made 268 million transfers

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How do I pick up a money transfer?

What do I need to bring to pick up money at an agent location?

How can I find out if a money transfer is ready for me to pick up?

How does Western Union pay out money transfers?

How do I pick up a money transfer?

  • Complete the Receive Money form.
  • Give the form to the agent with your government-issued photo ID and the tracking number (MTCN).
  • Review and sign the receipt.
  • The agent will give you the money and a copy of the receipt.

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What do I need to bring to pick up money at an agent location?

Bring a valid government-issued ID and the tracking number (MTCN).

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How can I find out if a money transfer is ready for me to pick up?

Visit our website and select Track Transfer. You’ll need the name of the person who sent you the money and the tracking number (MTCN).

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How does Western Union pay out money transfers?

Generally, we pay your money transfer in cash but in some cases, pay out may be made in the form of a money transfer cheque, a combination of cash and cheque, and in some locations, directly to your bank account. Learn more about depositing directly to a bank account. Other restrictions may apply.

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How to get money through western union

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Send money from Singapore with us and enjoy all the benefits we have to offer.

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Keep track of money transfers with tracking codes (MTCN).

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We’ve been moving money for over 145 years.

Create your profile today to send money online

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1 Please use care when providing bank account information. Funds will be paid into the bank account corresponding to the account number you provide. The receiver’s account must be a local currency payout account.

2 Network data valid as of 30 June 2018.

3 If you’re using a credit card, a card-issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. You can avoid these fees by using a debit card.

How do I receive money sent via Western Union?

How to send on the go.
Use app or your mobile banking account. Become a mobile banking customer. of the respective Western Union® agent. and log in to your mobile e- banking. ... .
Fill in transfer. details. Enter the receiver's name, receiving country, the sending amount. ... .
Send with. confidence. Share your tracking number (MTCN)1.

What and what is needed to send money through Western Union?

Information required for sending money in-person Either way, you may need: Government-issued ID to confirm your identity. Cash, credit or debit card to pay for the total – including any transfer fees and currency exchange rates. Your receiver's full name (as on their ID), country and address (where requested)