Western Union is working to support the people of Ukraine. To learn more about these efforts, please visit this page for the latest updates.
Update from March 1, 2023
We continue to support Ukraine and its people. We have extended our zero-fee* offer until further notice. The zero-fee offer is applied when sending money online for payout to a bank account or cards in Ukraine.
Update from May 27, 2022
Western Union extends 0 transfer fees* for customers sending from account to account
Western Union continues to support Ukraine and its people. We have extended our zero-fee offer through 30 June 2022 when sending from a bank account for payout into a bank account in Ukraine.
To support displaced individuals who have left Ukraine, we have also enabled money transfers sent to Ukraine to be paid out in cash at Western Union agent locations in neighboring countries – Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Moldova, and Hungary.
For more details, please click through to our FAQs.
Update from April 29, 2022
We continue to support Ukraine and its people, send money for a 0 transfer fee* to a bank account or cards in Ukraine, offer extend until 31 May, 2022.
Update from April 5, 2022
Western Union employees volunteer to distribute aid for the people of Ukraine
Western Union employees have teamed up to support the production and distribution of humanitarian aid for Ukrainian refugees at Western Union agent locations and agent border crossings in Poland, Moldova, Romania, Slovakia and Hungary.
Some of the items they have helped to provide to refugees include blankets, power banks, first aid kits, and coloring books for kids
Update from April 1, 2022
Western Union extends 0 transfer fees* for customers sending from account to account
Western Union continues to support Ukraine and its people. We have extended our zero-fee offer through April 30, 2022 when sending from a bank account for payout into a bank account in Ukraine.
To support displaced individuals who have left Ukraine, we have also enabled money transfers sent to Ukraine to be paid out in cash at Western Union agent locations in neighboring countries – Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Moldova, and Hungary – through April 2022.
For more details, please click through to our FAQs.
Update from March 15, 2022
Western Union Employees in Lithuania Volunteer to Pack Food for Ukrainian Refugees
This week, Western Union employees in Lithuania volunteered with a local food bank, Maisto Bankas, to arrange food packs to be distributed to Ukrainian refugees in Lithuania.
Update from March 10, 2022
Western Union Suspends Operations in Russia and Belarus
The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) stands with the world in condemning the unprovoked and unjustified invasion of Ukraine. All of us share the shock, disbelief, and sadness around this tragedy and humanitarian disaster. Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine and to our colleagues, customers, agents, and partners who have been impacted.
For the past weeks, our teams have been working to support our Ukrainian customers, including the millions who have been forcibly displaced, in the best ways we can. This includes donations to support humanitarian relief efforts and fee-free money transfer services.
We also have engaged in extensive dialogue with a wide variety of stakeholders in an earnest effort to arrive at the right decision regarding our services in Russia and Belarus. We have thoroughly evaluated internal and external considerations, including the consequences for our valued teammates, partners, and customers. Ultimately, in light of the ongoing tragic impact of Russia’s prolonged assault on Ukraine, we have arrived at the decision to suspend our operations in Russia and Belarus, effective March 24, 2022.
We join the international community in expressing sincere hope for a diplomatic and peaceful resolution. Meanwhile, our priorities remain the well-being and safety of our employees as well as continuing to support the people of Ukraine, including the growing number of refugees seeking safety.
To learn about sending money to and from Russia or Belarus, click here.
Update from March 5, 2022
Western Union Foundation Supports Ukraine Humanitarian Relief Efforts
The growing Ukrainian refugee crisis has displaced millions of people and threatens to forcibly displace millions more, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. In every refugee situation, we know those who are impacted are faced with grave uncertainty and insecurity and require immediate aid.
To directly support those affected by this humanitarian crisis, Western Union, its employees, and the Western Union Foundation have pledged up to $500,000 USD in aid to the people of Ukraine.
On March 5, 2022 the Western Union Foundation announced its first donation of $100,000 to International Medical Corps, providing medical aid and supplies, mental health support and protection services to those who have fled to Poland, Moldova, and Romania.
In Lithuania, the local Western Union Foundation has committed €20,000 to Lietuvos Raudonasis Kryžius – also known as the Lithuanian Red Cross – to fund emergency supplies. Western Union has provided €100,000 towards the direct purchase of blankets, first aid kits and portable phone chargers, supplies urgently needed by those who have been displaced.
Our hearts go out to all of those affected, and we will continue to partner with aid agencies on the ground to fund relief efforts where they can best provide support and security.
Update from March 5, 2022
Western Union enables 0 transfer fees* for the people of Ukraine
Western Union condemns the unprovoked act of war and stands with the people of Ukraine. Our services provide a vital channel to support them and their loved ones, especially during times of crisis.
Customers can now send money to a loved one’s card, bank account or for cash pickup. The offer for bank account and cash transfers is valid until March 31, 2022.
To learn about sending money to Ukraine, click here.
