When you’re looking for a money transfer specialist, ask if they offer door-to-door cash to your recipient’s address. Many do for no extra cost. This saves your recipient travel time, and is safer for large transfers. But not all money transfer companies offer this option and it’s not available in all countries.
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With door-to-door cash, the money transfer provider delivers your money right to your recipient’s doorstep. Most transfer companies require that the recipient be there to accept the money and have a valid ID.
Who is most likely to be researching sending door-to-door cash?
Finder data suggests that men aged 25-34 are most likely to be researching this topic.
Response
Male (%)
Female (%)
65+
4.68%
3.28%
55-64
8.05%
5.58%
45-54
7.88%
6.24%
35-44
13.63%
8.21%
25-34
14.37%
9.93%
18-24
12.23%
5.91%
Source: Finder sample of 1,218 visitors using demographics data from Google Analytics
What money transfer services offer door-to-door cash delivery?
Providers
Countries
Currency Options
Estimated Time to Deliver Funds
Sharemoney
Dominican Republic, Philippines, Vietnam
USD money transfers only (Dominican Republic and Vietnam); PHP money transfers only (Philippines)
Often less than 24 hours
Travelex
US
Over 45 currencies
Next day delivery for orders placed before 4 p.m. ET or within 2 working days
Xoom
Dominican Republic, Philippines, Vietnam
You may choose to have your recipient get the money either in USD or DOP/PHP/VND
Same-day delivery in city areas, and within 2 days in most rural areas
How do I send door-to-door cash?
Typically, the process to send money via door-to-door cash involves the following:
Find a provider that delivers to your recipient’s home country.
Sign up for an account with a provider.
Enter the amount to send.
Enter the recipient’s name, home address, and contact information. You may also be asked to provide a reason for the sending request.
Click Send.
How much does this service cost?
You have to pay fees for the transfer, which may vary depending on the payment method, your recipient’s location, and the amount of money you send. Fees are typically lower when you pay using your bank account.
Other than the transfer fees, there is no extra cost for taking advantage of the door-to-door transfer option. You might also choose a money transfer specialist offering a better exchange rate to get more money for your recipient.
Will the recipient have to pay a fee?
No, your recipient does not need to pay the delivery personnel.
What documentation is needed to receive the cash delivery?
Recipients will be asked to show a valid government-issued ID upon delivery of the cash to their homes.
Bottom line
With door-to-door cash, your recipients don’t need to leave home to get their money. Instead, cash is delivered right to their doorsteps, making this the most convenient option for them, at no extra cost to you. However, only some money transfer specialists offer this option and there are only a few countries where the service is available.
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Julius Hernandez, a software development manager for a commercial bank in a past life, works full time as a freelance finance writer and dabbles in software development. Jules is coauthor of an introductory book on Python programming.
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Yes, you can send $5000 per year. Please take note that the limits will also vary per money transfer companies and per institution/bank. You may want to verify with the institution or company the limit before making the transfer.
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Can you send $5000 a year?
Hello Ralaaya,
Thank you for your comment.
Yes, you can send $5000 per year. Please take note that the limits will also vary per money transfer companies and per institution/bank. You may want to verify with the institution or company the limit before making the transfer.
Regards,
Jhezelyn