Send money to Algeria

It’s quick and easy to send money to Algeria from the UK with Western Union. Transfer funds to friends and family in minutes1 with cash pickup.

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    Convenient ways to send and receive money

    Send online

    Whether you have an aunt in Algiers or an old friend in Oran, log in or register a new Western Union profile and you can send money transfers to Algeria in a few clicks.

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    Send with our app

    Download the Western Union® app and you can send money to Algeria at the tap of a button. You can even start the process and finish at an agent location.

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    Send in person

    Visit one of thousands of agent locations to make a money transfer. You can choose to pay with cash, credit2 or debit card.

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    Cash pickup

    From Algiers to Annaba, we have hundreds of agent locations around Algeria to choose from. Your loved ones can collect their cash in minutes1.

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    Choose the way you pay

    Using your bank details
    Cash at an agent location
    With a credit2 or debit card

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    Send money to Algeria in a few taps with our app

    Follow your funds and let your loved ones know when they’re ready to collect with your unique tracking number.

    Save details to make it even easier to transfer money to Algeria next time.

    Start a money transfer to Algeria on the go and you can complete it at your nearest agent location.

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    No hidden surprises before sending

    Check any transfer fees3 and the GBP to Algerian dinar exchange rate in advance with our handy price estimator.

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    Ready your receiver’s details

    To send money to Algeria, you’ll need your receiver’s full name, address, email and phone number.

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    Make quick money transfers

    Send money to the people who matter most in their time of need. Your money transfer can be ready to collect in minutes1 with cash pickup.

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    Reasons to choose Western Union®

    Worldwide reach

    No matter where your friends or family are, we can help you transfer money to Algeria and over 200 other countries and territories.

    Find an agent location nearby

    With thousands of agent locations available around the UK, you’re sure to find one near you.

    Over a century of experience

    We’re proud of our heritage and have been helping people send money around the world for more than 150 years.

    Committed to fraud prevention

    With encrypted money transfers and dedication to fraud prevention, our service won’t let you or your loved ones down.

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    Easily follow your funds

    With your unique tracking number (MTCN), you can track money transfers in real time, so you’ll know when your cash is ready to collect.

    Quickly repeat transfers

    Once you’ve made a money transfer, it’s easy to send it again. Register or log in to your profile to save your friends and family’s details so they’re ready for next time.

    Plan payments

    If you need to send money to Algeria regularly or in time for a special occasion, you can schedule payments in advance to make sure you don’t miss the dates that matter.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much money can I send to Algeria?

    You can send up to £2,700 approximately for cash pickup from the UK to Algeria.

    How do I send money online to Algeria?

    It’s quick and easy to send money online to Algeria.

    1. To start, register or log in to your Western Union profile.
    2. Click ‘Send now’ and choose Algeria as your destination.
    3. Enter the amount of money you’d like to send. An estimate of transfer fees3 and delivery times can be found on the right-hand side.
    4. Pay by credit2 card, debit card, Sofort, or bank transfer.
    5. Wait for your confirmation email and share your Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) with your receiver so they know when to collect their funds.
    What do I need to send money online to Algeria?

    To send money to Algeria online, you’ll need to register for a free Western Union profile. You’ll also need to have a copy of your bank details handy if you wish to pay via Sofort or bank transfer.

    To register your free profile, provide:

    • Your full name and address
    • A UK driving licence, passport, or other form of government-issued ID
    How do I send money to Algeria from a Western Union agent location?
    1. Find your most convenient Western Union agent location – there are thousands based around the UK.
    2. Go up to the counter and let them know you want to transfer money to Algeria. You will need to show a form of government-issued ID and might have to prove the source of your funds with a bank statement, payslip or tax return.
    3. Pay for your money transfer in cash or with a credit2 or debit card. If you’ve already started to send money on the Western Union® app, you can finalise this at the agent location.
    4. Take note of your Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN). You’ll need to share this with your receiver so they can collect their money in Algeria.
    How do I estimate the cost to transfer money to Algeria?

    Find out how much it costs to send money to Algeria with our price estimator tool. It can help you get an idea of transfer fees3, the exchange rate from GBP/DZD, and estimated delivery times.

    How long will it take my money transfer to reach Algeria?

    Once you’ve paid for your money transfer, it will be ready for them to collect in cash from an agent location within minutes1.

    Still have questions?

    Visit our FAQs or simply get in touch. Our customer care team is on hand to help.

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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 also makes money from currency exchange. When choosing a money transmitter, carefully compare both transfer fees and exchange rates. Fees, foreign exchange rates and taxes may vary by brand, channel, and location based on a number of factors. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.