Western Union: Complete FAQ Guide (Sell Accounts Only)

How do I receive payment by Western Union?

In order to receive payment by Western Union, you are required to use the "sell account" function on our website. Upon completing your account submission, we will send a check by priority mail.


What is Western Union?

Western Union is a company that allows you to send money to anyone in the world. You will then be required to go to a Western Union location near you, and pick up your funds.

Please go to westernunion.com for more information.



Can I receive payment by Western Union in my country?

Please copy & paste this link into your web browser below.

http://www.westernunion.com/info/agentLocator.asp?country=global


Do I have to pay a fee to use Western Union?

Yes.

100% of the fees that Western Union requires will have to be paid by you. The reason is due to that we do not recommend this payment option, and offer alternative payment options which are either free, or low cost.


What is the fee for Western Union?

The fee varies depending on the dollar amount and the country we are sending to. In most cases, Western Union has an extremely high fee which can exceed the amount you will be receiving.

After an agent completes your account submission, he will provide you with the fee for the Western Union payment. During this time, our agents will also provide additional payment options if you decide to switch from sending by Western Union to an alternative payment method.



Where do I send you my address and information so you can send my payment?

Upon completing your account submission, an agent will contact you, or you may e-mail support to send your full name and address so we can use that as your billing information to send your payment by Western Union. The information we will need from you includes
  • Your Full Name
  • Your Full Address
  • Your Phone Number

How fast can I receive my Western Union payment?

Western Union is an instant process. Once we issue payment, you can pick it up immediately.



Can you send by Western Union if I am outside the United States or Canada?

Yes.


Can I use a PO Box for my Pick-Up address?

No.

Western Union does not allow
a PO Box to be used as an address for sending or receiving payments.



Why can I not receive a payment by Western Union?


This could be due to one or more of the following reasons below.
  • While your order was being verified, your order had some risk which prevents us from sending payment to you by means of other payment options.
  • The fee for Western Union is to high.





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Last Updated
15th of February, 2010

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