Send money this holiday season

Whether you want to say “Dad, it’s time to retire your shirts from 1987″ or “Here’s a little something to get you started on your good resolutions, sis” – share your holiday greetings with a money transfer that means so much more.

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    Ways to send and receive a Christmas gift of money

    Bank account

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

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    Cash pickup

    Send a Christmas gift of money in minutes2 for cash pickup at hundreds of thousands of agent locations around the world.

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    Mobile wallet3

    Wish a merry Christmas by sending money directly to your friends and family’s mobile wallets3.

    Debit card

    Transfer money this Christmas to your receiver’s card linked to their bank account.

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    Send money online

    Log in or register using the Western Union website to make a convenient money transfer 24/7 and wish your loved ones a merry Christmas.

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    Send with our app

    Traveling for the holidays? No problem, send a Christmas gift of money on the go with our app.

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    Send in person

    Visit one of the thousands of agent locations in France to transfer money in person this holiday season. It gives you the option to pay in cash.

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    Pay the way you like to send money as a Christmas gift

    Credit4 or debit card
    Via Apple Pay® in our app
    Bank account

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    Send money internationally

    Morocco
    Tunisia
    Senegal
    USA
    Philippines
    China
    Africa
    Thailand
    France

    Transfer money for Christmas with our app

    Send money virtually anywhere for cash pickup in minutes2.

    Check transfer fees1 and exchange rates in advance.

    Track your money transfer conveniently.

    Save time and make repeat money transfers.

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    Why send money as a Christmas gift?

    Even if you’re far away this Christmas you can be a part of the celebration. Simply, send a Christmas gift of money 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 Christmas gift for family delivered when and where it’s needed. Send money online and get access to all benefits we offer this Christmas.

    How to send money online for Christmas?

    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.

    Choose the amount you wish to send

    Put in the amount you wish to send as a Christmas gift. We’ll show you the transfer fee1 for your chosen sum.

    Choose the payment and payout method

    Transfer money with your bank account, Apple Pay, credit4 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 Christmas gift is on its 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 a Christmas gift?

    Your transfer fee1 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 wish a merry Christmas.

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    Have questions or need help?

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

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    Donate to spread joy this Christmas

    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 Christmas.

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    1 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.

    2 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.

    3 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.

    4 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.