Top Reasons Why You Should Be Using Western Union in 2024

If you’re new to international money transfers, you may be wondering what the advantages of using Western Union for your money transfers are. Western Union is reliable money transfer app, with a global network of agents that allows you to send money to over 200 countries and territories worldwide.
Whether it’s sending birthday money to Bangkok or tuition fees to Turin, Western Union is here to make your money transfers as simple and reliable as possible. Keep reading to see some more in-depth reasons for sending money through Western Union and all the advantages of using Western Union money transfer services.

Why use Western Union

Register for free

It’s quick and easy to get started with Western Union, all you need to do is click to register, enter your name and email, and your account is ready to go.
Your first transfer is fee-free³ when you register online, so don’t hesitate to get started and send money online today!

Reliable ways to send money

If you’re asking, ‘Why use Western Union?’, then a lot of our customer’s number one reason would be our commitment to letting you transfer money the way that is most convenient for you. With Western Union, you can send money:

• Online: Log in or register for free to get started sending money online. You can send using your debit card², your digital wallet, and a variety of other online-friendly payment methods.
• In-App: Make international money transfers on the go with the Western Union app^®. Pay in-app, start a transfer online and finish in-store, and curate a saved list of receivers in our handy app. Download the Western Union App and get started today.
• In Person: You can transfer money in person at one of the thousands of Western Union agent locations across the UK. Find a location near you to get started.

To keep money transfers as reliable as possible we have additional guidance on large money transfers that can help if you are planning to send anything over £15,000.

Easy ways to receive money

Part of what makes Western Union reliable money transfer app is how easy we make the process of receiving money. We know that making sure your loved ones have an easy time receiving your money is incredibly important, so we are committed to making the process as simple and easy as possible. With Western Union, you can receive money in:

• A Bank Account: Send money directly to bank accounts worldwide with Western Union. Get started and send a bank transfer today.
• An Agent Location: Transfer money for cash pickup at hundreds of thousands of Western Union agent locations around the world. Simply find the nearest agent location to your loved ones to send money in minutes1 for cash pick up!
• A Mobile Wallet: If your receiver’s mobile phone operator works with Western Union, then they can receive international money straight to their phone through their mobile wallet.

Money transfers made easy with the Western Union App

The Western Union App® puts all our international money transfer services at your fingertips, discover how you can:

• Make a money transfer on the go, anywhere, any time, and pay how you want.
• Track your money transfer in real time, so you know exactly when it’s arrived, bringing you peace of mind.
• Save receiver details to make repeat money transfers with ease.

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Reliable

Protecting your money is our number one priority. We are PCI DSS compliant, and committed to keeping your data reliable regardless of the way you choose to send money with us. Our fraud prevention efforts also help keep you and your money reliably are a big part of why over 150 million people choose to use our services.
Money transfer control numbers are assigned to each Western Union money transfer and allow you to track the progress of your money online, in real-time so you can be assured your money is getting to where it needs to be. Send money reliably with Western Union for peace of mind.

In short, there are lots of reasons for sending money through Western Union. Our dedication to making your money transfers as reliable and quick as possible means that once you start using Western Union you won’t want to go anywhere else.
Make money transfers to your loved ones simple and reliable with Western Union. Get started and send money today.

Still have questions?

If you’re still wondering why people use Western Union or have any questions about the features listed in this article, check out our helpful FAQs guide, or reach out to our customer support. Help is only ever a click away, so don’t hesitate to reach out!

 

¹ Funds may be delayed or services unavailable based on certain transaction conditions, including amount sent, destination country, currency availability, regulatory issues, identification requirements, Agent location hours, differences in time zones, or selection of delayed options. Additional Restrictions may apply. See terms for details.
² Some card issuers may charge additional fees for using our services. Please contact your card issuer for more information.
³ Western Union also makes money from currency exchange. When choosing a money transmitter, carefully compare both transfer fees and exchange rates. Transfer fees, foreign exchange rates and taxes may vary by brand, channel, and location based on a number of factors. Transfer fees and exchange rates subject to change without notice.