Create new memories this Diwali

Send money as a Diwali gift to your loved ones. Make their celebrations brighter with an online money transfer at westernunion.com or with our app.

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    Choose how your Diwali gifts for family and friends will be delivered

    Bank account

    Be a part of Diwali celebrations back home by sending money to a loved one’s bank account.

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    Agent location for cash pickup

    Send a Diwali gift of money in minutes1 for cash pickup at hundreds of thousands of agent locations around the world.

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    Pay the way you like

    Bank account
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    Credit3 or debit card
    Via Apple Pay® in our app
    In cash at an agent location

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    Transfer money for Diwali with our app

    Send money virtually anywhere for cash pickup in minutes1.

    Check transfer fees4 and exchange rates in advance.

    Track your money transfer conveniently.

    Save time and make repeat transfers.

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    Why send money as a Diwali gift?

    Even if you’re far away this Diwali, you can be a part of the celebration. Simply, send money as Diwali presents back home with Western Union online services. It’s fast, reliable, convenient, and available anytime, from anywhere.

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    Advantages of sending money online with Western Union

    You can count on Western Union to have your Diwali gifts for family delivered when and where it’s needed. Send money online and get access to all benefits we offer this Diwali.

    How to send money online for Diwali?

    Register or log in to your profile

    Register or log in on westernunion.com or our app. It‘s free and all you need is an email address.

    Choose the amount you wish to send

    Put in the amount you wish to send as a Diwali gift. We’ll show you the transfer fee4 for your chosen sum.

    Choose the payment and payout method

    Transfer money with your bank account, Sofort, Apple Pay, credit3 or debit card directly to your receiver’s bank account.

    Enter your receiver’s information

    Fill in your receiver’s personal information and the details of their bank account.

    Verify your identity

    If you are sending more than 1000 EUR, we will ask for a photo of your ID card to verify your identity.

    That’s it! Your Diwali presents are on their way

    We’ll take care of the rest. You can track your money transfer and check its status with the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN).

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    How much does it cost to send money as Diwali presents?

    Your transfer fee4 is calculated based on the amount, destination, payout and payment methods. With Western Union, you can choose whatever suits your budget and what’s convenient for your loved ones to send a Diwali gift of money.

    Have questions or need help?

    Contact our Customer Care team or visit our FAQ page for more information.

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    Donate to share the light of Diwali

    The Western Union Foundation funds programs for underserved populations across the globe. Working with our partners, we advocate for a world where there is more equal opportunity for all. Help us in this mission by making a donation this Diwali.

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    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 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.

    3 If 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.

    4 Funds will be paid to receiver’s Mobile Wallet 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.