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Now you can send money to a bank account quickly through Western Union® Agent location to 52 countries.

7 STEPS TO COMPLETE SEND MONEY TO A BANK ACCOUNT

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1. Prepare required information

When you send money directly to a bank account, you will need to know the recipient’s bank account*4 details. Afterwards, visit your nearest Western Union® Agent location.

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2. Complete the Money Transfer Application Form

Please fill out Money Transfer Application Form (MTAF) at a location. You can also download MTAF from Western Union website. At any transaction, the customer is required to show the evidence(s) prove of your identification*6 and My Number*6 (for Japanese Nationals and Foreign Residents in Japan only).

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3. Pay for the transfer amount and transfer fee*1

Principal amount and money transfer fee*1 are only payable in Japanese currency at the Western Union® Agent locations.

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4. Take a printout of the transaction details and your receipt

You will receive a printout of the transaction details, which will include your Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN).

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5. Contact the recipient

Please contact the intended recipient of the money transfer and give them transaction details including the name of the sender, the amount sent and any necessary information regarding the country of origin. Do not disclose transaction details to anyone else except the intended recipient.

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6. Check the money transfer status

Confirm money has been paid into receiver’s account by asking your receiver to check bank account or contacting the bank.
You can use the MTCN to track the status of your money transfer from Western Union® website.

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7. Paid into receivers’ bank account

Your money will be paid into your receiver's bank account within 1 to 3 bank working days*5, depending on the destination country. You will receive a SMS message of transaction status when providing your mobile phone number.

Acceptable Identification Document (original)

Japanese Nationals

One of the following valid Identification document is acceptable:

• (A)Japanese Driver's License
• (B)Passport (stating the current address with complete street number, written by unalterable writing implements, such as ballpoint pen, fountain pen, etc.
• (C)Health Insurance Card (Please add one from among the following supplemental documents)
• (D)Basic Resident Registration Card (with photo)
• (E)Physical Disability Certificate
• (F)Individual Number Card (My Number Card)

Supplemental Documents (Issued within 6 months)

• National tax, local tax, receipt of automobile tax
• Certificate of Residence
• Certificate of Registered Seal

Foreign Residents in Japan

Valid Resident Card

Non-Residents

Passport

Acceptable My Number Document

Japanese Nationals / Foreign Residents in Japan

One of the following valid Identification document is acceptable:

• Ⅰ. Notification Card
• Ⅱ. Individual Number Card (My Number Card)
• Ⅲ. Certificate of Residence with your Individual Number (My Number)
• Ⅳ. Consumer’s Copy of Money Transfer Application Form with your Individual Number (My Number).

  *Only for consumers who have formerly provided a document which certified the Individual Number (My Number) at the same Agent location.

Non-Residents

The Individual Number is not required; consumers only need to provide another form of Identification Document*6.

Easy and convenient, the Western Union® mobile app is the solution for sending money on the go from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
With the Western Union® mobile app, you can always help your loved ones by transferring money straight to bank accounts or in cash. All you need to do is create an online profile, show your ID in person, and you’re set.
Please note that if you are an existing Ersal customer, you are not required to visit Ersal location for verification.

Would you like to make international money transfers?
With more than 200 countries and territories1 and 525,000 agent locations1 around the globe, the Western Union® mobile app allows you to send money almost everywhere in the world.
How can I pay for my money transfer?
To fund an online transfer on the Western Union® mobile app in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, you need a MADA debit card (Mastercard® or Visa®). Please note that debit cards should be issued in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Would you like to see the full estimate before you commit to a money transfer?
See the transfer fees and exchange rates up front so that you know exactly how much you need to fund your transfer. Exchange rates and fees are constantly updated so that your money goes further. Check current fees and exchange rates and estimate the amount to be received by your recipient.

Do you make frequent money transfers?
Access your transfer history and send money to the same person again without having to enter their details. Use resend functionality or simply choose them from your contact list. Also, save details of your recipients for easier reference.
Did you know that you can earn My Wu℠ points?
Sign up for My Wu℠ with an agent and link your My WU number to your profile to earn points every time you complete a money transfer with us. You can also sign up for My Wu℠ while registering on WU.com or on the mobile app. You can log in to your My Wu℠ profile to see your membership status, check earned points, and redeem your points for rewards and discount offers.

Would you like to check your transfer status anytime?
With the tracking number (MTCN) on your receipt, you can track money through past or pending transfers on the Western Union® app.

Any other features available on the app?
In addition to sending money on the go, the Western Union® mobile app allows you to update your contact list, personal information and even reach out to Customer Care.
Start making your money transfers smart today – install the app and enjoy the power of sending money globally from wherever you are!

For more details, visit WU.com.

1 Network data as of 31 March 2019.

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