Money Transfers

At Bournemouth Currency Exchange, we’re proud to be an officially recognised Western Union agent. Through this partnership, we can offer our customers a more convenient way of sending and receiving money, all through the Western Union® app. Western Union have truly modernised the way in which people send and receive payments enabling money transfers to be made quickly and easily from anywhere in the world.

You can choose to send or receive money transfers from abroad or in the UK. It can all be done through your computer or smart device, and individuals can send and receive money in minutes1. Payments can be made directly into a bank account, mobile wallet or initiated from the app to finalise in-store payments.

Send Money with Western Union

With the Western Union® app, money transfers are a lot simpler and faster to perform. Through the app, you can check transfer fees2 and exchange rates, transfer money 24/7 and track your transfers all while you’re on the go. Using the app, customers can make transfers to banks in dozens of countries.

The app gives you the power to make payments to billions of bank accounts worldwide in just a few simple steps. You can also send money directly to mobile wallets in selected countries.

Once money has been sent, it can be tracked quickly and should be with the recipient in a matter of minutes1. Both senders and receivers can easily use the unique MTCN (Money Tracking Control Number) to track payments for a stress-free transaction. Only with Western Union can you send payments with the peace of mind that it’s:

  • Quick
  • Convenient
  • Trusted
  • Global

Receiving Money with Western Union

From birthday gifts to payments and emergency funds, there are many reasons why you’d be receiving payments. For both the sender and receiver, peace of mind is essential, especially when a large sum of money is involved. With the Western Union® app, you’ll always have this reassurance.

If you are looking to make enquiries concerning any of our services or wish to offer feedback, you can do so by calling Bournemouth Currency Exchange on 01202 310444.

For recipients, checking on the status of a money transfer is as simple as using digital banking through the app. All transfers can be tracked using the unique MTCN. There’s no need to pick up cash in-store; your funds will appear in your account within a matter of minutes1, ready for you to spend. Money transfers can also be made to mobile wallets1 in selected countries.

With Western Union, sending and receiving money has never been easier. All you and the sender have to do is choose what’s best for you.

Check agent locator on WU.com for country and agent location availability.

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. For mobile transactions funds will be paid to receiver’s mWallet account provider for credit to account tied to receiver’s mobile number. Additional third-party charges may apply, including SMS and account over-limit and cash-out fees. See the transfer form for restrictions.

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.

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