What are the benefits of
using Western Union to send money?
* It's RELIABLE - Each transfer is protected
by an advanced worldwide security system and can be verified
with a unique Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN). In
addition, Western Union's Agent locations in India are
authorized by the Reserve Bank of India.
* It's FAST - money is available minutes
after it is sent, subject to Agent location's hours of
operation.
* It's CONVENIENT - it's your choice.
You can send money to India online, by phone, or from
an Agent location. Plus, there's no need to have an account.
What is Western Union?
=> Western Union Financial Services, Inc.
is a global leader in money transfer and messaging services.
Known for its pioneering telegraph service, Western Union
dates back to 1851 and introduced electronic money transfer
service in 1871. Western Union has more than 150,000 Agent
locations in more than 190 countries and territories worldwide.
What is the Western Union Money Transfer service
to India?
=> The Western Union Money Transfer service
allows customers to quickly and reliably send money to
over 10,000 Western Union Agent locations in India.
Who uses the Western Union Money Transfer service?
=> Anyone who needs to send money quickly
and reliably.
Can money be sent from India?
=> No. Western Union offers "receive"
or payout service only in India.
Is Western Union authorized
by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?
=> Western Union's Agents in India are authorized
by the Reserve Bank of India.
How much money can I send to India via Western
Union?
=> There is a $2,500 US Dollars maximum limit
set for remittances to India due to the regulations of
the Reserve Bank of India.
What currencies can I send
via Western Union?
=> Generally, Agent locations only except
cash in local currency. You cannot send money from India.
The receiver in India will be paid out in Indian rupees.
What is the MTCN and why
do I need it?
=> The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
is a number printed on your receipt that allows you and
Western Union track your transaction. It is also required
for the receiver to have the MTCN to pick up funds in
India.
How do I receive money at
a Western Union Agent location?
=> * The receiver completes a "To
Receive Money" form at any Western Union agent location
and provides a valid government-issued photo ID.
* The clerk at the Agent location then
pays funds to recipient.
How long does it take to
send money via the Western Union Money Transfer service?
=>Transfers are completed and money is available
for pick-up at receiving Agent
Will my receiver by paid
in cash?
=> Maximum cash payout amount for Indian nationals
is 50,000 IN Rupee; payouts over 50,000 IN Rupee will
be paid by local check. There is no cash payout limit
for foreign passport holders in India. Cash will not be
delivered via home delivery option. check or draft must
be deposited into the bank account of the receiver only
and is subject to clearing procedures of the local bank.
Will my receiver have to
pay any charges on the money sent?
=> No. The sender pays all fees.
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