Send money to Costa Rica

Transfer money from the UK to Costa Rica today. You can send money online or in person, at home or on the go, with Western Union’s trusted money transfer service.

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    How to send money from the UK to Costa Rica

    Western Union can help you send money from the UK to your loved ones in Costa Rica quickly and reliably. Here are the four key steps you need to follow to send your money:

    Register for free

    Sign in or sign up for a free account to start sending money to Costa Rica online.

    Start your transfer

    Select Costa Rica as your destination and choose the amount you want to send.

    Select payment and recipient

    Select the receiving option and enter the recipient’s details, or select pre-existing details if you have sent them money before.

    Make your payment

    Select your payment method (expected transaction times will be displayed) and send your money to Costa Rica.

    Ways to transfer money to Costa Rica from the UK

    Western Union understands the importance of supporting your loved ones in Costa Rica. Whether it’s sending money for their birthdays or simply assisting with monthly expenses, our money transfer options from the UK to Costa Rica provide a reliable way to send funds.

    Send online

    Send money to Costa Rica in a few clicks. Create a free profile or log in, and send money to loved ones.

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    Send in person

    You can carry out your transfer in person. Visit one any of our branches across  the UK.

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    Send via app

    With our app, you can send money to Costa Rica at home or on the go, via bank transfer, debit card or credit card4.

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    Send via mobile wallet5

    You can send money to loved ones across the world using your Tap & Go wallet.

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    Bank account

    You can send money directly to your loved one’s bank account in Costa Rica.

    Receive money in cash

    Send money for cash pickup at any of the more than thousands2 Western Union branches across Costa Rica.

    Mobile wallet5

    You can send money to your loved one’s mobile wallet5 wherever they are in Costa Rica.

    Open an account to send money to Costa Rica today

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    Register for free

    Create your account for free today to enjoy easy and simple online money transfers from the UK to Costa Rica.

    Committed to security

    Our encryption and fraud prevention efforts help protect your Western Union money transfers.

    Transparent fees

    You can find out the fees3 for transferring money from the UK to Costa Rica and the exchange rates3 we offer in advance, as well as the maximum transfer amount.

    Money in minutes1

    Depending on the sending and receiving methods, your money transfer could be with your loved ones in Costa Rica within minutes1.

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    Reasons to choose Western Union for your to Costa Rica money transfer:

    Many locations

    Your loved ones can receive money wherever they are in Costa Rica, by visiting any of the more than thousands2 of agent locations across the country.

    Easily track your transfer

    You can track your transfer when you send money to Costa Rica from the UK using your unique tracking number (MTCN).

    Pay the way you like

    With Western Union, it’s easy to transfer money to Costa Rica in the way that suits you best. You can pay by cash, bank transfer, debit card, credit card4 or mobile wallet5.

    Save recipient details

    Repeat money transfers to a loved one in Costa Rica online is quick and easy, as you can save the details of your recipient.

    Send money to Costa Rica with ease using our app

    Send money on the go, or start a transfer and pay at an agent location.

    Track your money transfer to Costa Rica in real time.

    Quickly send again to friends and family across Costa Rica.

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    More information about sending money to Costa Rica from the UK

    We deal with most of the major banks in Costa Rica

    You can send money directly from the UK to most banks across Costa Rica.

    Send to a bank account
    Get a free money transfer estimate before you send

    Find out the costs3 of an online money transfer to Costa Rica before you send, with no obligation to transfer.

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    Prepare the details of the recipient in advance

    To send money to a bank account, you’ll need to have the recipient’s name and bank account details ready.

    Provide recipient details

    Are you ready to transfer money to Costa Rica?

    Now you’ve learned how to transfer money from the UK to Costa Rica, you can confidently choose Western Union for an efficient money transfer.

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    Support your loved ones when they need you

    Whether you’re contributing to a wedding celebration in San Jose, assisting with a family member’s education in Guanacaste, or simply expressing your care, Western Union is help with reliable money transfers from the UK to Costa Rica.

    Frequently asked questions on sending money from the UK to Costa Rica

    How do I send money online to Costa Rica?

    You can easily send money online from the UK to Costa Rica with Western Union. With Western Union, you can easily transfer money to your loved ones in Costa Rica, offering multiple payout options such as cash, mobile wallet, or bank transfer.

    Our goal is to ensure that your funds are delivered in the most convenient way for your recipient in Costa Rica, granting them flexibility and ease in accessing the transferred money.

    How do I send money to Costa Rica from a Western Union agent location?

    To send money to Costa Rica through a Western agent:

    1. Find a nearby Western Union agent location.
    2. Provide your valid ID and transaction details.
    3. Pay the transfer amount, including fees, in cash.
    4. Receive a receipt with the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN).
    5. Share the MTCN with the recipient in Costa Rica for them to receive the funds.
    How do I estimate the cost of transferring money to Costa Rica?

    You can easily estimate the cost of transferring money to Costa Rica by using the Western Union price estimator. Simply visit the Western Union website or use the Western Union mobile app and navigate to the Send Money section.

    Enter Costa Rica in the ‘send to’ section and the desired transfer amount. The price estimator will then provide you with an estimate of the transfer fees associated with your transaction.

    Still have questions or need help?

    If you still have more questions about how to transfer money from the UK to Costa Rica, you can visit our Frequently Asked Questions page, or contact our team.

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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 and foreign exchange issues, required receiver action(s), identification requirements, agent location hours, differences in time zones, or selection of delayed options.

    2 Network data as of 31 December 2021.

    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.

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

    5 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.