How to get verified at Western Union

Follow our seamless identification process to verify your ID and enjoy uninterrupted money transfers at westernunion.com or via our app.

How to verify your identity and send money online

Just get your ID verified in a few easy steps. You’ll only need to do it once!

Verify your account to send up to 5000€

Log in to your profile and select ‘Verify my account’ or try to transfer more than 1000€

Follow the instructions, fill your ID information and if requested, upload a scan or a photo of your ID and credit3/debit card

Your identity will be verified and then you can start or continue your money transfer

how-to-verify

Here’s how to do it!

ID verification is required when you send more than 1000€. Once your profile is verified, you’ll be able to send up to 5000€.

It’s easy and you just need to follow the instructions. Watch the video for more details.

How to send money at westernunion.com

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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 makes money from currency exchange. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.

3 If you’re using a credit card, a card-issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. To avoid these fees or for reduced fees, use a debit card or check other payment methods.