How Much Western Union Charge To Send Money

Western Union exchange rates and money transfer fees¹

Check our prices before you send so there are no surprises. View Western Union transfer fees¹ and exchange rates.

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Choose the amount and destination

Enter the destination, the amount you'd like to send and how you want your receiver to get the funds. You'll be able to see Western Union exchange rates¹ during this time.

Enter your receiver's details

Enter your receiver's bank account details to transfer money to their bank account. To send funds for cash pick-up, provide their name and address.

Select a reliable payment method

Almost there! Choose how you want to pay: with your credit³ or debit card, Klarna or by bank transfer.

Confirm, send and track your money transfer

Your money is on its way. We'll send you a confirmation email with the MCTN to track your money transfer.

Our customers made millions of money transfers with Western Union last year—here's why:

Ease and convenience

Send money the way that's convenient for you: online, with our app or in person at an agent location.

Commitment to security

Our encryption and fraud prevention efforts help protect your Western Union money transfers.

Worldwide reach

We move money from the United Kingdom to over 200 countries and territories.

Get rewarded with the My WU^SM program

Save on your Western Union money transfer fees¹ when you register with the free My WU^SM loyalty program.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Western Union's transfer fees¹ and exchange rates

How much does it cost to send money with Western Union?

Western Union charges vary depending on where you are sending money, the payout method to your receiver and how you would like to pay for the transfer.

How can I estimate the price of my Western Union money transfer?

If you are sending money from the UK online or with the app, you can get a free estimate anytime and without an obligation to send money later using our price estimator.

You can also get an estimate by visiting the send money form and entering your destination and the amount you'd like to send.

Transfer fees¹ and exchange rates provided are estimates only and are not guaranteed. Additional taxes and fees may apply.

How are Western Union's transfer fees¹ calculated?

Western Union's transfer fees¹ depend on the destination, the transfer amount and how quickly you want your money to arrive. When sending money online or with the app, you can always check the applicable transfer fees1 and exchange rates before you make a money transfer.

How can I get information on Western Union's transfer fees¹ and exchange rates?

Western Union offers real-time information on exchange rates¹ to help you stay up to date on the latest developments when sending money internationally. Check current exchange rates¹ before making a money transfer online, with our app or at an agent location.

If sending money online or with our app, navigate to the send money form and select the destination you are sending funds to and how you wish to pay. You'll be able to see the cost of your money transfers at this time.

If sending money at an agent location, you will be able to see the cost of your money transfer at the counter.

Does Western Union offer discounts on transfer fees¹ and exchange rates?

You may receive transfer fee¹ discounts⁴ and other promotions by registering with our loyalty program, My WU^SM, and can earn points every time you send a qualifying money transfer.

¹Western 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. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.

²Funds will be paid to receiver's mWallet account provider for credit to account tied to receiver's mobile number. Additional third-party charges may apply, including SMS and account over-limit and cash-out fees. Funds availability subject to terms and conditions of service. See Mobile Form for Restrictions.

³If you're using a credit card, a card-issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. To avoid these fees or for reduced fees, use a debit card or check other payment methods.

⁴Fee reductions apply only to the Western Union^® transfer fee for a single Western Union Money Transfer^® or Quick Collect^® transaction. Excludes all other services, including without limitation, online bill payments, and money transfers via social/chat applications. Points used will not be reversible and if amount of transfer fee is less than redeemed discount, no cash, credit or refund will be provided. Western Union reserves the right to offer promotional discounts that cannot be combined with My WUSM fee reductions.