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How can I send money overseas with USPS?
With the US Postal Service, you have two options when sending money overseas.
International money order
An international money order is a safe, convenient way to send funds abroad. You can purchase a money orders from any US Post Office in values of up to $700. You’ll pay a $4.50 fee for each money order, but you can pay with cash, a debit card or travelers checks. International money orders can be sent to 28 countries across Africa, Europe, Asia, Central America, South America and the Caribbean.
These money orders are addressed to a specific person and then sent via Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, First Class Mail International or First Class Package International Service. Once received, your recipient can cash the money order at a bank.
SureMoney (DineroSeguro)
The US Postal Service offers wire transfers through Sure Money (DineroSeguro), allowing you to send up to $1,500 a day to Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Peru and Argentina. Your recipient can easily and quickly collect your transfer at a number of convenient payout locations and participating banks in their country.
Pros and cons of using USPS for sending money overseas
Pros
- Secure transfers. SureMoney and international money orders both offer a safe, reliable and secure method to send funds overseas.
- Simple and convenient. Just visit your local US Post Office to send money around the world.
- Easy access to money. SureMoney provides money recipients with scores of convenient cash pickup locations in participating countries.
Cons
- Not worldwide. USPS offers international money transfers to specific countries only, so you may need to look to other providers for some of your overseas money needs.
What other products does USPS offer?
- Mail services. USPS handles a remarkable 40% of the world’s total mail volume.
- Online shipping. Pay for, print and ship your items from anywhere in the US.
- Gifts. USPS offers a wide range of affordable gifts through its Postal Store.
- Passports. USPS accepts passport applications on behalf of the US State Department.
What is USPS?
From its beginnings in 1775, the US Postal Service has grown alongside the rest of America. From issuing he first postage stamps in 1847 to developing the free USPS.com iPhone app in 2009, USPS is currently adapting to the evolving needs of the United States.
As well as handling 40% of the world’s mail, USPS provides international money transfer solutions to its American customers. Whether sending money overseas by wire transfer or international money order, USPS aims to make the transfer process easy.
Bottom line
USPS offers two convenient solutions when you need to send your funds to certain locations around the world. Just make sure to compare its international money transfer services with those of other providers to ensure that you get the best value for your money.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I send an international money order to?
USPS allows you to send international money orders to Albania, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Cape Verde, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Grenada, Guinea, Guyana, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Mali, Montserrat, Peru, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Sierra Leone and Trinidad and Tobago.
What is the maximum amount I can send with USPS?
International money orders attract a maximum limit of $700, although this drops to $500 if you are sending funds to El Salvador or Guyana. The maximum you can send through SureMoney is $1,500 per day.
What currencies can I send using Sure Money (DineroSeguro)?
If sending funds to Ecuador, El Salvador, Nicaragua or Peru, your transaction is processed in US dollars. All other transfers are in the local currency of the country you’re transferring funds to.
What fees apply to Sure Money (DineroSeguro) transfer?
For transactions of up to $750, you’ll pay an $11 fee, while transfers between $750 and $1,500 will cost you $16. No fee is charged to the recipient.
Where can the funds I send to Mexico be collected from?
You can send your funds through three Mexican providers, each offering several convenient locations for money collection. Banco BanCoppel offers 2,564 collection points, Elektra Mexico has 568 collection points and Telecom provides 1,566 collection points for your recipient to pick up the cash you send.
Can I replace a lost or stolen money order?
Yes. Lost or stolen international money orders can be replaced, but doing so incurs a $6.10 processing fee.
How long to recieve postal money by usps from kwajaelin,marshall island to philippines?
Hi X&&,
Thank you for your inquiry.
The transfer speed may vary depending on the provider you are going to use. Please go to the section “See how other services compare to USPS”. Next, select the from/to location then you will see the different offers. You can select the services that will best fit your personal requirements.
I hope this information has helped.
Cheers,
Harold
Can I transfer my school fee from Pakistan to Italy ?? I live in lahore. I need a direction for your office in lahore Pakistan too.
Hi Sameera,
Thank you for your inquiry.
Yes you can transfer based on the location you’ve mentioned. You can check the rates at the section “See how other services compare to USPS”.
I hope this information has helped.
Cheers,
Harold