Download Article Show Download Article Western Union can be a convenient way to receive money from friends, family, and employers. Money sent through Western Union can be transferred directly to your bank account in 2-5 days, or sent to a mobile wallet within minutes. It is also possible to receive funds in cash at any Western Union location, usually within less than a day of the transfer. Give the sender accurate information, choose the delivery method that’s most convenient for you, and ask for a tracking number once the funds have been transferred.
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See more answers Ask a Question 200 characters left Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered. Submit Advertisement ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX To receive money using Western Union, start by giving the sender your bank account information, including the name of your bank, your account number, and your routing number. If you are receiving money from someone in another country, they may also need your International Bank Account Number or International Bank Identifier Code, which can be found on your bank's website. After 2 to 5 days, the money should appear in your bank account. Alternatively, to collect money at a Western Union location, you and the sender will need each other's full names and addresses. Using Western Union's online location tool, find your nearest branch and bring your government-issued ID. After you fill out the transfer information with the sender's name, address, and tracking number, you should be able to collect your money. For more tips, including how to receive money from Western Union using your mobile wallet app, read on! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 192,334 times. Did this article help you?What happens if you don't have ID for Western Union?Q: Can I pick up money without an ID? A: As long as the sender used a test question, and the clerk checked the "Pay without ID" box.
How can I get money without ID?Fortunately, it is possible to cash it when you don't have an ID. This can be done by signing the check over to someone else, making a deposit and a withdrawal, or doing an ATM check cashing with your bank if it's possible.
What is required to pick up money from Western Union?What do I need to pick up money at an agent location? Bring a valid government-issued ID (such as a US driver's license or passport) and the tracking number (MTCN) for the money transfer. You also need to provide the sender's complete name and state the expected amount.
Does Western Union require a valid ID?You'll need to present any official government-issued ID, such as: Passport. Govt Office/ GOCC ID. Driver's License.
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