Western Union fees explained
How much does Western Union charge to send money internationally?
Western Union offers quick and secure transfers globally, with over 500,000 branches around the world, and allows you to send funds in person, online, and over the phone. This page explains the relatively low fees you should expect to pay with Western Union.
Western Union international money transfer fees
These values reference the costs of an online transfer when paying via bank transfer and having the recipient collect the funds in cash at the destination country in local currency.
| £1,000 | £250 | £100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA (USD) | £19.90 | £9.90 | £5.90 |
| India (INR) | £4.90 | £3.90 | £2.90 |
| Indonesia (IDR) | £15.00 | £5.90 | £2.90 |
| Romania (RON) | £14.90 | £9.90 | £4.90 |
| Pakistan (PKR) | £6.90 | £4.90 | £2.90 |
| Jamaica (JMD) | £14.90 | £9.90 | £4.90 |
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Ask an Expert
I would like to send 130 000 south African Rands to Ukraine which is like 8500 dollars how much will I be charged at western union for the currency conversion fee?
Hi Lerato,
Thanks for your message.
Please be advised that when you transfer or send money to a different currency, the current exchange rate applies. So, I could not provide you exactly how much the amount to be received in South African Rands to Ukraine. You will see the currency conversion fate will depend on the day’s currency exchange and this will computed you when you visit an agent location near your area where you will find the final computation of your transfer.
Hope this helps and feel free to reach out to us again for further assistance.
Best,
Nikki
How much in used cash can I send back to USA from u.k.
Hi L.Capp
Thank for your inquiry.
Transfer limits vary depending on the transfer method you select. Using WU online transfer, you can send up to £800. However, if you complete the process to verify your identity you can send up to £4,000 per online transfer. If sending funds from an agent location you can send as much money as you would like, as long as you don’t break any laws or regulations.
I hope this information helps.
Kind regards,
Bella
How much the transfer fees from Indonesia to Netherland. My sister wants to send Rp. 12.000.000 and her friend will collect it cash in any WU Agents in Amsterdam., and how many Euro her friend will receive from that agent. Thank you
Hi Endang,
Thanks for your inquiry.
There is no information on the Western Union Indonesia website regarding their transfer fees. However, you can visit any Western Union agent location near you to ask how much the transfer fee for sending money from Indonesia to Netherland or you can also contact them directly so their agent can advise you of WU transfer fee. Please note that the fees apply to Western Union money transfers vary depending on the amount of money you’re sending, where you’re sending it to and the method you use to pay for your transaction.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Bella
How much is the charges from Pakistan to send money to Dubai – 22000 rupees?
Hi Muhammad,
Thanks for your inquiry
Western Union limits transfer of US$ 3,000 per day per person. The charges for a money transfer with Western Union will depend upon the computation at the agent location and this will be given to you on the day of the transfer. To send funds to Dubai, you must visit an agent location and give the ff information:
Your original and valid government-issued photo ID (CNIC, NICOP, Passport)
Your full name as it appears on your photo ID
Your occupation
The receiver’s full name
The receiver’s address (where applicable)
The relationship with the receiver
The purpose of the transaction
The receiver’s bank account details (if sending money to a bank account)
Additional information if required by the agent
The agent will give you the terms & conditions, and disclaimers for your review, and two receipts:
You retain the receipt with the agent’s stamp and signature for your record.
The agent keeps the receipt with your signature and a copy of the photo ID you provided during the money transfer.
Hope this was helpful. Don’t hesitate to message us back if you have more questions.
Best,
Nikki
Please tell me about the charges of money transfer 300000 PKR from Pakistan to Brazilian currency in Brazil. Thanks
Hi Rafaqat,
Thanks for your inquiry.
When you send money from Pakistan to another country, Western Union limits US$ 3,0000 per day per person. The charges for a money transfer with Western Union will depend upon the computation at the agent location and this will be given to you on the day of the transfer. To send funds to Brazil, you must visit an agent location and give the ff information:
Your original and valid government-issued photo ID (CNIC, NICOP, Passport)
Your full name as it appears on your photo ID
Your occupation
The receiver’s full name
The receiver’s address (where applicable)
The relationship with the receiver
The purpose of the transaction
The receiver’s bank account details (if sending money to a bank account)
Additional information if required by the agent
The agent will give you the terms & conditions, and disclaimers for your review, and two receipts:
You retain the receipt with the agent’s stamp and signature for your record.
The agent keeps the receipt with your signature and a copy of the photo ID you provided during the money transfer.
Hope this was helpful. Don’t hesitate to message us back if you have more questions.
Best,
Nikki
I’m interested in Pakistani currency
Hi Iqbal,
Thanks for reaching out to Finder!
It’s great to hear that you are interested in Pakistani currency. If you need to send money to Pakistan, you may refer to this page. When sending money – it’s important to check the exchange rate beforehand to maximize the funds to be exchanged. Also, read through the transfer process of the provider such as transfer fees, transfer options and transfer speed to set expectations for the receiver. Take note of any reference or tracking numbers should any transaction delays come up during the transit. Hope this was helpful. Don’t hesitate to message us back if you have more questions.
Best,
Nikki
Need to send 250 dollars from uk to USA through western union how much will this cost me and is it a easy process. Thanks
Hi Jacqueline,
Thanks for your inquiry.
The fees to send $250 from the UK to the US would be £14.90. This rate applies if you pay Western Union through a credit/debit card and your recipient will receive the money as a cash pickup. Furthermore, Western Union would tell you how much you will be paid upon checkout. This way, you can review your fees before you continue the cash transfer.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Bella
How much will it cost to send MWK 90,000
From Malawi to Botswana?
Hi Gola,
Thanks for your inquiry.
There is no information on the Western Union Malawi website regarding their transfer fees. However, you can visit any Western Union agent location near you to ask how much the transfer fee for sending money from Malawi to Botswana or you can also contact them directly so their agent can advise you of WU transfer fee. Please note that the fees apply to Western Union money transfers vary depending on the amount of money you’re sending, where you’re sending it to and the method you use to pay for your transaction.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Bella
How much fees would be charges if I send £620 from UK to usa pennsylvania
Hi Pamela,
Thanks for your inquiry.
As per Western Union, the transfer fee for this amount is 5.90 GBP. Please note that fees apply to Western Union money transfers vary depending on the amount of money you’re sending, where you’re sending it to and the method you use to pay for your transaction.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Bella
Hello. How much it will cost to send 5000$ from Mongolia to Taiwan.
Hi Zaya,
Thanks for your inquiry.
There is no information on the Western Union Mongolia website regarding their transfer fees. However, you can visit any Western Union agent location near you to ask how much the transfer fee for sending money from Mongolia to Taiwan or you can also contact them directly so their agent can advise you of WU transfer fee. Please note that the fees apply to Western Union money transfers vary depending on the amount of money you’re sending, where you’re sending it to and the method you use to pay for your transaction.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Bella