Western Union wire transfer: transfer time, fees, and limits

If you’re a Western Union account holder, you may be seeking easy ways to send wire payments domestically or internationally. Take a look at this guide to learn about transfer time, fees, limits and more!

Western Union Domestic Wire Transfer Fees

You have the option to make a domestic wire transfer online, via mobile banking service or by personally visiting your preferred branch. If you prefer the latter, make sure to set an appointment with a specialist.

For domestic wire transfers, provide the following information:

Recipient’s name and contact details.
Recipient’s bank account details and transit number.
Wire routing number (also called the ABA code).
Details of the payment amount and the desired processing date.

Type of wire transfer	Fee
Incoming Domestic Wire	May range from $0 to $16
Outgoing Domestic Wire	May range from $20 to $35

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Western Union International Wire Transfer Fees

For international wire transfers with Western Union, you’ll need to following information:

Name and address of the recipient in the foreign country.
Recipient’s overseas bank account number.
Recipient bank ID, like a SWIFT code, BIC or national ID.
Foreign currency of the recipient’s bank account for currency exchange.
Purpose of the wire transfer.

Type of wire transfer	Fee
Incoming International Wire	May range from $0 to $16
Outgoing International Wire	May range from $35 to $50

Western Union Wire Transfer Limit

Western Union has wire transfer limits on outgoing wire transfers through its online banking system, particulary:

Type of transfer	Limit
Daily Minimum Limit	Not Specified
Daily Maximum Limit	May range from 5,000 USD/EURO to 50000 USD/ EURO, depending on the payment method, sending and receiving countries, and other factors.

Western Union Cutoff Times

Keep in mind that Western Union imposes a strict cut-off time for both domestic and international wire transfers. Make wire transfers before this designated time to ensure timely processing!

Type of wire transfer	Cut-Off time
Domestic Wire Transfer	Not specified
International Wire Transfer	May vary depending on destination country

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Disclaimer

The information provided in this guide is intended for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, banking policies and fees may be subject to change. Users are strongly advised to verify specific details and consult with their banks should they have any questions or concerns.

Instarem assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions in this guide, or for any actions taken based on the information provided herein.

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