Send Money Overseas

Send money from $2.90 AUD in participating Newsagencies

1. Head in store

Head to the counter at a Western Union agency with your Australian mobile number and one of the below forms of valid ID:

  • Australian Driver’s License
  • Passport
  • Australia Proof of Age card.

2. Get a quote

Get a free quote – we’ll tell you the exchange rate and any applicable fees upfront.

3. Confirm Recipient

Confirm who you’re sending to, and your money is on its way.

Flexibility to choose how your recipient will collect the money transfer

There are a number of options you can choose from when sending funds overseas:

  • A cash pickup, available within minutes from a Western Union agent at over 550,000 agents in over 200 countries and territories globally.
  • Directly to a bank account, available within 1hr – 2 business days across 80+ countries. The fee is paid by the sender. Unlike bank transfers, there are no costly surprises.
  • Mobile wallet, available within 1hr – 2 business days by using the receiver’s mobile number.

Need help sending money overseas?

For more information about Western Union Money Transfers, visit the Western Union website or call Western Union on 1800 501 500 (available 24/7).

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