Send money to a bank account

Reach your loved ones directly with quick and convenient transfers straight to their bank!

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Why send money to a bank account?

Wire transfers to banks¹ are quick and simple, and your loved don’t have to go anywhere to reliably receive your money.

It’s convenient

Transfer funds directly to your receiver’s bank account, so there’s no need to arrange for a cash pickup location.

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It’s global

Wire money to billions of bank accounts in over 50 countries around the world.

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It’s reliable

Find out the status of your wire transfer using your unique Money Transfer Control Number. You’ll also get notified by email when the money arrives.

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Wire transfers on WU.com or via our app to a bank account for a 0 NOK transfer fee².

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How do I send money to a bank account?

Western Union lets you transfer money to bank accounts at home and abroad in three convenient ways: online, via our handy mobile app, and at our agent locations. You can pay in cash, by bank transfer, and by using your credit or debit card.

Online
Transfer money to a bank account¹ 24/7 from any device.
For a flat 0 NOK transfer fee²
How do I send money online
From our app
Wire money from anywhere with just a few taps and swipes.
For a flat 0 NOK transfer fee²
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From an agent location
Visit one of hundreds of locations³ in Norway to send with the help of an agent.
Up to 10 NOK transfer fee²
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Pay the way you like

Directly from your bank account via Trustly

Credit or debit card

Cash

What do I generally need to send to a bank account?

Whenever you want to start a new wire transfer to a bank account, always make sure to have the following information handy. You may need some additional things depending on the destination bank and country.

Receiver’s details
Name and country of your receiver
Bank details
Bank’s name and bank code (BIC)
Account details
Receiver’s account number (IBAN)

¹Funds 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.

²Western 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.