Send money to England

Wondering how to send money to the UK? We have a range of quick, easy options that allow you to send money to friends, family and loved ones in England.

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    Convenient ways to send and receive money from France to England

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    Making a transfer of money to the UK is simple when you can pay it directly into your receiver’s bank account.

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    Cash pickup

    Your loved ones can collect the cash you send to England from one of thousands agent locations around the UK.

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    Send online

    Transfer money to the UK online in a few quick clicks. Simply log into your profile or register for free to get started.

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    Send with our app

    Carry Western Union in your pocket. Send money to England via our app at any time of the day, whether you’re at home, work or on the go.

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    Send in person

    Walk into an agent location if you’d prefer to send money in person. Choose from one of thousands locations across France – from Marseille to Calais.

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    Choose the way you pay

    With a credit2 or debit card
    With Apple Pay
    Using your bank details

    Send money to England in a few taps with our app

    Send money to the UK on the go, at any time of the day or night.

    Save your receiver’s details to make your future payments even easier.

    Track your money transfer from the moment it leaves France until it arrives in the UK.

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    Send money to UK bank accounts

    Enjoy the convenience of sending money directly to your receiver’s UK bank account. It can arrive in England within 6 business days.

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    Get estimates on costs before you send

    Get full transparency on transfer fees3 and delivery times with any payment or receiving method you choose in advance.

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    Sign up to send money to England today

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    A quick and easy process

    Register for a free Western Union profile and benefit from simple and efficient ways to make a transfer of money to the UK.

    Easily track your money

    Keep an eye on your money from the moment it leaves France until it arrives in England when you send money to the UK.

    Take advantage of offers and discounts

    We value our customers and will always try to make sure you feel appreciated with regular offers and discounts.

    Easy to Re-send

    Our one-tap re-send function allows you to quickly and easily repeat a money transfer to a loved one.

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    Reasons to choose Western Union

    Register for free

    Register for a free profile, choose your preferred payment and receiving method, and you can send money to the UK straightaway.

    Over 150 years of experience

    We’ve been sending money all over the world for decades, so you can enjoy peace of mind knowing you’re in good hands.

    Worldwide reach

    Benefit from our extensive international presence. We operate in more than 200 countries and territories around the world.

    Choose how you want to pay

    The choice is yours. Find the payment and receiving methods that best suit both you and your loved ones in the UK.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much money can I send to England?

    The amount of money you can transfer to England varies depending on your choice of payment and receiving method. You can send up to €5,000 for cash pickup from agent locations in the UK or send up to €50,000 via bank transfer straight to a UK bank account.

    How do I send money online to England?
    1. Register for your free Western Union profile and click ‘Send now’.
    2. Select England as the destination and enter the amount of money you’d like to send.
    3. Choose to pay by debit card, credit2 card, or standard bank transfer.
    4. Your receiver can then pick up the money in cash at a Western Union agent location or you can send it straight to their bank account.
    What do I need to send money online to England?

    Start by registering for a free Western Union profile if you haven’t got one already. You will need to provide your personal details as they are shown on your official identification document.

    Once you’ve registered your free profile, you can start to send money to England. You will need:

    • Details of the source of your funds and the reason for your money transfer.
    • The full name, address, and email address of your recipient.
    • If sending to their bank account, you’ll need their banking details and personal information too.
    How do I send money to England from a Western Union agent location?

    Start by finding the most convenient agent location for you:

    • Take your government-issued ID, driving licence, or passport with you for verification.
    • You’ll need to supply the personal details of your recipient, so make sure you have those at hand.
    • Pay for the money transfer and you will receive a unique tracking number (MTCN). Keep that to track your money and give it to your recipient too so that they can collect your funds in England.
    • If you started the money transfer online or via our app, you can complete the payment at an agent location within 24 hours.
    How do I estimate the cost to transfer money to England?

    You can get a free estimate at any time to help you decide which payment and receiving method would be the best choice for you, before your send. You will also see details of any transfer fees3, the current exchange rate from Euro to Pound Sterling, and estimated delivery times.

    How long does it take to send money to England from France?

    When you choose cash pickup, your money transfer will be ready to collect in minutes1. If you choose to send to a bank account in the UK, it will arrive within 1 business day when paying by credit2/debit card, or within 6 business days when paying with a bank transfer.

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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 Some card issuers may charge additional fees for using our services. Please contact your card issuer for more information.

    3 Western Union makes money from currency exchange. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.