Send money to Cameroon

You can send up to approximately 4,600 GBP to Cameroon if your loved one wants to receive their money by cash pickup. If you’re sending money to a mobile wallet², you can transfer up to approximately 750 GBP. Use our price estimator to estimate the cost of your transfer, plus any additional transfer fees⁵.

It’s easy to send money to Cameroon online, just follow these steps:

1. Log in or register to get started. Then click ‘Send money’.
2. Select Cameroon as your receiver’s destination and the amount you’d like to send. At this point you’ll also need to select how your receiver wants to receive their money – cash pickup or mobile wallet².
3. Choose your preferred payment method.
4. On the righthand side you’ll have a breakdown of any transfer fees⁵, times, exchange rates and the total cost. Click ‘Continue’ once you’re happy.
5. Choose to send money to a past receiver or someone new. If the money is going to someone new, you’ll need to accurately enter their personal details, the purpose of transfer and source of funds, before submitting your payment details and confirming the transfer.
6. Track your transfer using the MTCN number on your receipt.

To send money to Cameroon online, you’ll need your receiver’s details to hand. You’ll need the following information:

• For all available receiver methods, you’ll need their full name, the purpose of your transfer and source of funds information.
• For a transfer to their mobile wallet² you’ll also need the details of their wallet service provider and associated mobile number.
• Once complete, you’ll receive a tracking number (MTCN). Provide this to your receiver.
• If you’re sending by debit or credit³ card or bank transfer you’ll need to provide your account details and ensure it’s a UK-issued card.

It’s simple to send money to Cameroon from one of thousands of agent locations in the UK.

1. Find your nearest agent location.
2. Take your government-issued ID, such as a driving license or passport.
3. You’ll then need to give the agent your receiver’s details.
4. You may be asked to show proof of funds, so it’s worth bringing a bank statement or payslip with you to the counter.
5. Pay for your money transfer to Cameroon using cash or credit³/debit card.
6. Share your MTCN number with your receiver so you can both track your transfer.

You can also start your transfer online and pay within 24 hours at an agent location, making sure you lock in any exchange rates or transfer fees⁵ online first. No paper forms are needed, but make sure you bring your photo ID with you.

Use our free price estimator to calculate the cost of your money transfer to Cameroon. Remember that Western Union makes money from currency exchange, so be sure to check any transfer fees⁵ as well.

You can send money to Cameroon via cash pickup, or a transfer to a loved one’s mobile wallet², for them to get their funds in minutes¹.