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If you need to send money overseas to loved ones who don’t have a bank account, look for a money transfer specialist that offers cash pickups. These types of transfers are secure and fast, with pickups available worldwide in minutes. But watch for higher fees and weaker exchange rates than deposit transfers.
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A cash pickup allows your recipient to pick up their money in cash from a physical location, instead of through a digital deposit into a bank account. The process varies by company but typically requires four steps:
The best-known providers of cash pickups are Western Union and MoneyGram. Western Union allows you to send money online or in person at more than 500,000 locations in over 200 countries. MoneyGram also offers online and in-person transfers to more than 200 countries, with some 350,000 agent locations around the globe.
Some providers allow you to process a money transfer without a bank account. This is especially useful for the unbanked and underbanked, because you can take cash into a physical location for sending around the world.
Other digital providers like WorldRemit offers cash pickups at select bank branches in countries worldwide.
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How can you be sure that the pick up agency is legit
Hi Joe,
Thank you so much for reaching out to us. It’s very important to do your research on money transfer agencies to make sure you’re making a wise–and safe–decision. I recommend researching the agency online and reading reviews and customer comments.
It’s important that you keep in mind safety tips when picking up your funds: phone ahead to confirm the agent’s location and hours, avoid agents in high-crime or unsafe areas, ask a friend to come along for the pickup, keep your cash hidden and avoid carrying it around longer than necessary, and deposit your funds into an account as soon as you can.
We also have another page that might interest you about keeping your money safe from money transfer scams: https://www.finder.com/money-transfer-scams.
I hope this helps!
Britny
Does WorldRemit have any places in Hong Kong for a cash pick-up transaction as opposed to a bank deposit?
Hi Mistearly,
Thanks for reaching out to finder.
Unfortunately, WorldRemit only allows money transfer to all banks in Hong Kong so your recipient does not have the options to pick up the money in cash.
However, you can check out the other money transfer companies on the page you are in. Click on “Go to site” button to head on to their website and check out if they offer cash pick up option in Hong Kong.
I hope this helps.
Cheers,
Charisse
Where does the person living in Kampar, Perak 31850, Malaysia, receives the money sent from Washington State?
Hi Maggie,
Thanks for leaving a question on finder.
If you need to send money quickly, companies like Western Union can complete a transfer in a matter of minutes. The money is collected from a participating Malaysian business. Some examples of pickup locations include:
Western Union:
Alif Money Changer Ampang. Lot 19 Ground Floor Tesco Hypermarket, Ampang Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur. +60-3-26173888. Open Monday to Sunday 10am – 10pm Ank Rakyat Japan Tangsi. Bang Rakyat Tingkat, Bawah Jalan Tangsi, Kuala Lumpur. Open Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm
MoneyGram:
CIMB Bank – KL Sentral. Lot 23. Departure Hall Ground Floor, KL City Terminal KL Sentral Stat, Kuala Lumpur. 322731950 Monday to Friday 9.15am-4.30pm & Saturday to Sunday 12am-11.59pm Prabhu Money Transfer – PUDU. Floor 12 Myanmar Mini Shopping Centre No. F4, First 18-20 Japan Leboh. 320268786 Monday to Sunday 12am-11.59pm
Check our guide on money transfer to Malaysia for more details.
Cheers,
Joel
how long does money transfers stay in the system
Hi John,
Thanks for your question.
The expiration date of the money transfer transaction depends on the company. Some have 90 days while others may have a shorter expiration period. After the expiration date, the amount is normally credited back to the account of the sender. This information is generally available in the terms and conditions of the money transfer service you are getting.
Cheers,
Anndy