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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Options for sending money as Diwali gifts

Choose how you want your Diwali gifts to be delivered to your family and friends.

Bank account
Be a part of the Diwali celebrations of your homeland by sending money through a bank transfer for a loved one.
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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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Mobile wallet²
Send money as Diwali presents directly to your friends and family’s mobile wallets².
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Debit card
Transfer money this Diwali to your receiver’s card linked to their bank account.
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Transfer money for Diwali with our app

Send money virtually anywhere for cash pickup in minutes¹.

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Why send money as a gift for the Indian festival of Diwali?

Even if you are away from home this Diwali festival, you can still be a part of the celebration. Simply send money home as a gift for Diwali with Western Union’s online services. It’s fast, reliable and convenient, and it’s available anytime, anywhere.

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 for the Diwali festival

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Sign up or log in to your profile
Sign up or log in on westernunion.com or our app. It‘s free and all you need is an email address.
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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.
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Choose the payment and payout method
Transfer money with your bank account, or credit³ or debit card directly to your receiver’s bank account.
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Enter your receiver’s information
Fill in your receiver’s personal information and the details of their bank account.
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Verify your identity
We will ask for a photo of your ID card to verify your identity.
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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 for Diwali celebrations?

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.

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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 Funds 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.

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 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.