Enjoy our clear transfer fees

No matter how you’re sending funds, you can easily check Western Union’s money transfer fees¹ and FX rates¹, before you send money from Italy.

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Clear transfer fees—no matter how you’re sending money from Italy

Western Union transfer fees¹ vary depending on where and how you’re sending money from Italy—but no matter what, our exchange rates¹ are always clear.

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Send money online with a Western Union Digital Banking app from Italy to anywhere in the world. Send, save and store money in one app.

Simple steps for sending money with Western Union

1
Register and verify your free profile
Log in or register and verify your profile to send money from Italy. You can verify your profile using your driver’s license, passport or government-issued ID.
2
Choose the amount and destination
Enter the destination, the amount you’d like to send and how you want your receiver to get the funds. You’ll be able to see Western Union exchange rates¹ during this time.
3
Enter your receiver’s details
Enter your receiver’s bank account details to transfer money to their bank account. To send funds for cash pick-up, provide their name and address.
4
Select a secure payment method
Almost done! Choose how you want to pay: with your credit² or debit card, or with your bank account.
5
Confirm, send and track your money transfer
Your money is on its way. We’ll send you a confirmation email with the MCTN to track your money transfer.

Our customers made millions of transfers with Western Union last year—here’s why:

Ease and convenience

Send money the way that’s convenient for you: online, with our app or in person at an agent location.

Commitment to security

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

Worldwide reach

We move money from Italy to over 200 countries and territories.

Free registration

Create a free profile to get started. Log in and save your regular receivers’ details to quickly and easily send repeat money transfers.

Make your first online money transfer fee-free¹!

Send your first online money transfer to bank account for 0 € transfer fee¹ and enjoy fast and reliable money transfer back home and around the world with Western Union.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Western Union’s transfer fees and exchange rates

How much does it cost to send money with Western Union?

Western Union charges vary depending on the destination, transfer amount and how quickly you want your money to arrive.

You can easily find out the cost of your money transfer upfront by using our price estimator. This will breakdown the exchange rate and transfer fees¹ involved, with no obligation to complete your money transfer.

How can I estimate the price of my Western Union transfer?

If you are sending money from Italy online or with the app, you can get a free estimate anytime and without an obligation to send money later using our price estimator.

You can also get an estimate by visiting the send money form and entering your destination and the amount you’d like to send.

Transfer fees¹ and exchange rates provided are estimates only and are not guaranteed. Additional taxes and fees may apply.

How are Western Union’s transfer fees calculated?

Western Union’s wire transfer fees depend on the destination, the transfer amount and how quickly you want your money to arrive. When sending money online or with the app, you can always check the applicable transfer fees¹ and exchange rates before you make a transfer.

How can I get information on Western Union’s transfer fees and exchange rates?

Western Union offers real-time information on exchange rates to help you stay up to date on the latest developments when sending money internationally. Check current exchange rates before making a money transfer with our app or online.

How do I check Western Union’s transfer fees and exchange rates with the app?

When you choose to send money from Italy with our app, you can check Western Union’s transfer fees and exchange rates before you send money. Transfer fees are calculated based on the receiver’s country, the amount sent and how quickly you choose the funds to arrive.

How can I avoid transfer fees when sending money?

Certain types of money transfers, like wire transfers, can get expensive if your bank or financial institution charges high fees for incoming and outgoing wires. There are certain ways to cut costs depending on your bank or financial institution, including adjusting how you initiate a money transfer and how you convert currency.

When you send money with Western Union, our transfer fees¹ and exchange rates are always clear.

Still have questions about Western Union exchange rates?

Contact our Customer Care team or visit our FAQ page for more information.

Register to start sending money today

Quick and easy registration

It’s easy to register and start using our money transfer services.

Track your money transfer

Easily track your transfer online and with our app using the MTCN.

Pay the way you like

Pay using your bank account, credit/debit card² or cash.

Convenient locations

Send money for cash pick-up at an agent location near your receiver.

International money transfer at your fingertips

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

Track your money transfer in real time.

Repeat transfers quickly to friends and family.

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¹ Western Union makes money from currency exchange. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.

² 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.