Using Western Union, you can send money to South Africa. With quick transfers on our app, online, or in person, you can show loved ones how much you care.
How do I send money to South Africa using the internet?
Follow these eight simple steps to send money to South Africa online for cash pickup:
Register or log in, then validate your free profile. To start your transfer to South Africa, click “Send now.”
Add South Africa as the final destination. Then enter the amount you wish to transfer. The expected transfer fees4, delivery date, and transfer total are displayed on the right.
Decide how the recipient will receive their money.
Click “Continue” after selecting your payment option from your bank account, debit card, or credit card.
Enter the name and address of your recipient. The email address and phone number are optional.
When your recipient goes to pick up your money, give them a security question to which they must provide an answer.
Include your payment details.
You’ll get an email of confirmation. Write down your special tracking number (MTCN) and give it to your recipient. When it’s ready, they can then pick up their money.
What do I need in order to send money to South Africa online?
To send money to South Africa, you’ll need some or all of the following, depending on the amount and your transfer method:
ID from the government.
Cash, a debit or credit card, or bank information
first and last names as well as the complete address of the recipient
How can I send money from a Western Union agency location to South Africa?
Find a Western Union agent location near you by searching online.
Bring your name and the address of your receiver to the counter with a government-issued ID, your My WUSM number, or your phone number.
You can pay for a cash pickup in South Africa with cash, money from your bank account, or a debit or credit card from a US bank.
On your receipt, notice the tracking number (MTCN). The cash can then be tracked by both you and the recipient.
How can I determine how much it will cost to send money to South Africa?
Use our price estimator to get estimates for money transfers, advice on transfer limits and exchange rates, and more before sending money to South Africa.
Can I send money to South Africa in any amount?
When sending money to South Africa for cash pickup, the maximum transfer amount is $677.07. You can pay using a debit card, credit card, or bank account.
