Receive Money

All countries require:

A government-issued photo ID
The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)

You can pick up money at any participating Agent location in the city selected by the Sender. Be sure to check the status of your money transfer using the MTCN number to be sure it is ready to pick up.

Find an agent

1. Visit an Agent Location:

Use our online Agent locator to find a location near you.

2. Complete the To Receive Money Form at the Agent location

Sender's name
Where money was sent from
Test question and answer (if applicable)
Payee must present correct Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN).

3. Present ID and Form to the Agent Clerk

Your completed form
Your government-issued ID (where applicable)

4. Receive the Money

The Agent clerk will check your ID
Sign the receipt
Collect your money

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