Send money to Thailand from UK

Transfer money to Thailand from UK 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 Thailand

    Western Union can help you send money from the UK to your loved ones in Thailand 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 Thailand online.

    Start your transfer

    Select Thailand 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 transfer money to Thailand.

    Convenient ways to send and receive money

    Whether you are looking to send money to a loved one for their birthday, support them in a new business opportunity, or want to help them pay their monthly bills, you can find the best way to send money to Thailand with Western Union through our money transfer options from the UK.

    Send online

    Transfer money to Thailand online quickly and easily. Register for a free Western Union profile or log in to send funds.

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    Send in person

    Visit any of the thousands of agent locations across the UK and make a money transfer to Thailand in person – pay by cash or card.

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    Send via app

    Save time sending money to Thailand with the Western Union® app. You can even start a transfer from the app and then pay in store.

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    Bank account

    Most major banks are covered by our transfer service, meaning your loved one can receive money straight to their bank account in Thailand.

    Receive money in cash

    Arrange cash pickup at any of the thousands of agent locations across Thailand. Just choose whichever location suits them best.

    Choose the way you pay

    Bank transfer
    With a credit3 or debit card
    Cash at an agent location

    Sign up to send money to Thailand 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 Thailand.

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

    Transparent fees

    You can find out the fees2 for transferring money from the UK to Thailand and the exchange rates2 we offer in advance, as well as the maximum transfer amount.

    Pay the way you like

    Send money to Thailand in whichever way suits you best; bank transfer, debit card, credit card3 or cash.

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    Reasons to choose Western Union for your the UK to Thailand money transfer:

    Many locations

    Your loved ones can receive money near to where they are in Thailand, just find the nearest agent location across the country.

    Easily track your transfer

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

    Money in minutes1

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

    Save recipient details

    Making repeat money transfers to a loved one in Thailand online is quick and easy, as you can save the details of your recipient.

    Send money to Thailand 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 Thailand in real time.

    Quickly send again to friends and family across Thailand.

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    More information about transferring money from the UK to Thailand

    We deal with most of the major Thai banks

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

    Send to a bank account

    Get a free money transfer estimate before you send

    Find out the costs2 of an online money transfer to Thailand 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
    Receive money your way

    Support your loved ones when they need you

    Whether it’s a wedding in Chiang Mai, a birthday in Bangkok, a new business opportunity, or just a chance to show you care, Western Union is always there to help you transfer money from the UK to Thailand online

    Are you ready to transfer money to Thailand?

    If you’ve read enough about how to transfer money from the UK to Thailand, you can go ahead and find the best way to transfer money to Thailand from the UK through Western Union.

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    Frequently asked questions on sending money from the UK to Thailand

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

    To send money to Thailand, follow these key steps:

    1. Find a Western Union agent location that’s convenient – whether close to home or near where you work.
    2. Head to the counter and present your government-issued ID to confirm your identity.
    3. Provide your receiver’s bank and account details to ensure your transfer goes to the right place. You may be asked to prove your source of funds, so take a bank statement, tax return or payslip as well.
    4. Arrange the money transfer and pay for it with cash or your credit3/debit card.
    5. Keep the receipt and use and share the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) with your receiver to track your transfer.

    You can also start a transfer on the app or online, before paying using cash in-store within 24 hours. Simply set up a transfer online and pay at a Western Union agent location within the given timeframe at your convenience. Make sure you bring your photo ID.

    How much does it cost to transfer money to Thailand?

    How much it costs you to send money to Thailand depends on:

    • The current GBP/THB exchange rate
    • Your chosen payment method
    • How your receiver will get the money

    Check any transfer fees2 online before you send to estimate the cost of your money transfer to Thailand.

    How much money can I send to Thailand?

    You can send up to £15,000 to Thailand with Western Union as a bank transfer to their bank account, or up to £4,000 using Sofort or a bank card.

    You can also send up to £4,000 to Thailand online for cash pickup, or £5,000 sending by cash in-person at an agent location.

    Use our price estimator for more information on how much money you can send using our various services.

    How long does it take to send money to Thailand?

    How long it takes can depend on how you choose to send money, pay for your transfer and the receiving method.

    Transfers to Thailand for cash pickup may be ready for collection within minutes1. Funds sent directly to your loved one’s bank account will generally arrive on the next banking day4, 5.

    What is the best way to send money to Thailand from the UK?

    The best way to transfer money to Thailand from the UK is to use a reliable money transfer service that can deliver your money to your loved ones in the way that suits them best.

    When you use Western Union, whether your recipient prefers cash, or bank transfer, we can get the money to them in a way that works for them.

    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 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.

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

    4 Funds will reach on the next banking day for money transfers sent before 10:15 pm ET to most major banks in Thailand.Service and funds may be delayed or unavailable depending on certain factors including the Service selected, the selection of delayed delivery options, amount sent, destination country, currency availability, regulatory issues, consumer protection issues, identification requirements, delivery restrictions, agent location hours, and differences in time zones (collectively, “Restrictions”). Additional restrictions may apply; see our terms and conditions for details.

    5 Excludes receiver’s bank holidays.