Send money to the United States

The total sum you can send in a single transfer varies based on your methods of payment and receipt:

• Cash in-store – 6,000 EUR to a bank account, or 5,000 EUR for cash pickup
• Bank transfer – 50,000 EUR to a bank account, or 5,000 EUR for cash pickup
• Credit³/debit card – 5,000 EUR

It’s easy to send money to the United States online. To get started:

1. Register or log in to your Western Union profile, then click ‘Send money’.
2. Select the United States as your chosen destination, then enter the amount you wish to send.
3. Choose your methods of payment and receipt.
4. You’ll receive an estimate here if you’re happy to continue to the next page.
5. Enter your receiver’s details and complete your transfer.

Once done, you’ll receive a unique tracking number (MTCN) to track your transfer. Share this number with your receiver so they can access their funds.

To send money to the United States online, you’ll need the following:

• A free Western Union profile – register or log in to get started.
• Some form of FR government-issued ID, such as a passport or driving license to verify your profile.
• Your receiver’s personal details and bank account information if sending for bank transfer.
• Your payment details, such as your credit³/debit card or bank account details.

You can move your money in a few simple steps:

1. Use our location finder to look for your most convenient Western Union agent location.
2. Visit your chosen agent location and approach the desk with a form of FR government-issued ID, your phone number If you started your transfer online, you can also finish up in-store here.
3. Provide your recipient’s details and pay for your transfer. You may be required to provide proof of your source of funds, such as a payslip, bank statement, or tax return.
4. Once you complete your transfer, look out for your unique tracking number (MTCN). Share this with your receiver to track your transfer in real-time.

Getting clear, concise breakdowns on your transfer is easy – simply visit our transfer tracker with zero commitment.

The delivery time of your money transfer to the United States varies depending on the method of payment.

When sending money to a bank account, transfers can take:

• Credit³/debit card – next banking day^{2 5}
• Bank transfer – up to 6 business days²

When transferring money for cash pickup:

• Credit⁴/debit card – in minutes²
• Bank transfer – Up to 3 business days²
• Cash payment – in minutes²