With Western Union, you can send money to loved ones across the US. Transfer money for cash pickup at more than 61,0001 agent locations or send money directly to a US bank account. We make surprising your friends and supporting your family across all 50 states simple. Created with Sketch.
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What are the services offered by Western Union?
Use the Western Union Services filter to quickly locate Agents offering Convenience Pay, money transfer, mobile money transfer, payments, money transfer to bank account, prepaid card sales, pay bill, money order, and WU Reload (prepaid services). *For more options to search for Agent locations, click here.
How does Western Union make money?
In addition to the transfer fee, 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.
How does Western Union transfer money?
- Get started. Click ‘Send money’ on WU.com or open the Western Union® app and log in with Touch ID or Face ID.
- Choose an amount and destination.
- Select your receiving method.
- Select your payment method.
- Log in and choose your receiver.
- Confirm and pay.
Is Western Union Safe?
Western Union takes safety seriously. As one of the most reliable and oldest financial services and communications companies in the world, we provide a wide variety of money transfer options to more than 200 countries.
Is Western Union a good employer?
Out of 99 Western Union employee reviews, 63% were positive. The remaining 37% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Western Union improve their work culture. The HR team, with 44% positive reviews, reports the best experience at Western Union compared to all other departments at the company.
How much is Western Union money transfer?
Up to $30 per transfer for domestic transfers. Varies for international transfers. Up to $16.00 per transfer. Before initiating a transfer, use a bank or transfer service’s online calculator (if available) to estimate your money transfer fees and international money transfer fees.
Which country support Western Union?
(*) WU.com is live in the following countries: Austria , Belgium , Bulgaria , Croatia , Cyprus , Czech Republic , Denmark , Estonia , Finland , France , Germany , Greece , Hungary , Iceland , Ireland , Italy , Latvia , Liechtenstein , Lithuania , Luxembourg , Malta , Netherlands , Norway , Poland , Portugal , Romania , …
What countries does Western Union send money to?
Learn more about the countries you can send money abroad
With Western Union, you can send money to Jamaica, Haiti, the USA, India, Turkey, Mexico, the Philippines, Colombia, Congo, Pakistan and many others. Western Union’s digital service is convenient and safe, you don’t have to go out to use it.
How long does it take for Western Union to send money to a bank account?
Direct to Bank deposit typically takes between 2 to 5 business days, but could vary, depending on country. Bill Payment may vary depending on the selected speed of delivery or the biller. Mobile Money Transfer (transfer to a receiver’s mobile wallet) – generally delivered within minutes*.
How do I become a Western Union member?
To register for a Western Union profile, you can go to westernunion.com or our mobile app. On westernunion.com or the mobile app: Select Register.
How do Western Union agents work?
The agent enters the consumer’s information into the Western Union system, checks their identification, and collects the cash (including the sending fee). The agent ensures that the consumer signs the receipt and provides them with a copy.
Who is Western Union owned by?
In 1995, First Financial merged with First Data Corporation in a $6 billion transaction. After acquiring the company, First Data Corporation made the decision to relaunch telegraphy services under the Western Union brand.
Can I transfer money from Western Union to a bank account?
The Western Union® app lets you transfer money to another bank account in just a few taps.
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