Send money to Canada

Send money in Canada with Western Union to support friends and family wherever you are in the country. We make transferring money across Canada fast, easy and reliable.

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    Convenient ways to send and receive money

    Choose the way you pay

    Using your bank details
    Cash at an agent location
    With a credit2 or debit card

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    Send money to Canada in a few taps with our app

    Send funds on the go or start to send money online in Canada and pay at an agent location.

    Track your money transfer to Canada in real time with your unique tracking number (MTCN).

    Save receiver details to make repeat money transfers quickly to friends and family in Canada.

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    More information on sending money within Canada

    Get a free estimate before you send

    See how much sending money to Canada could cost with a free estimate anytime and no obligation to send money later. Check any transfer fees3 before you send money to Canada.

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    Have your receiver’s details ready

    To transfer money across Canada, make sure you have your receiver’s account number and contact details to hand, plus a form of national ID.

    Start your money transfer

    Sending money to bank accounts

    Make a bank transfer in Canada with Western Union to major Canadian providers, including HSBC, Royal Bank of Canada, and JP Morgan. Support your loved ones, whoever they bank with.

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    Reasons to choose Western Union

    Ease and convenience

    Send money across Canada in a way that’s convenient for you – online, via our app or in person at an agent location.

    Commitment to security

    Our encryption and fraud prevention efforts help protect your Western Union money transfers in Canada.

    International reach

    We move money from Canada to more than 200 countries and territories around the world, so you can support loved ones wherever they are.

    Experienced in transferring money

    We’ve been helping people transfer money around the world for over 150 years, so you can rest assured you’re in good hands.

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    Easily track your money transfer

    Use your unique tracking number (MTCN) to track your money transfer in Canada, so you always know where your funds are.

    Save receiver details

    Register and save your family and friends’ details on your profile to make payments even quicker and easier in the future.

    Schedule important money transfers

    Never miss an important birthday or anniversary. Arrange money transfers in Canada to send on a specific date.

    Frequently asked questions

    How can I send money online in Canada?

    Sending money online in Canada is quick and easy. You can transfer money using your debit/credit2 card or pay by bank transfer.

    Here’s how to send money to Canada:

    1. Log in or register and verify your free profile.
    2. Click ‘Send now’ to start to send money online in Canada.
    3. Enter Canada as the destination and choose the amount to send. Money transfer times4 vary per destination, but you’ll be able to view these as you make your selections.
    4. Select the receiving method – either cash pickup or bank account. You can select a past receiver or enter a new receiver’s bank account details.
    5. Choose to pay with your debit/credit2 card or by bank transfer in Canada.
    6. Finally, confirm your payment for the money transfer. We’ll send you a confirmation email with your unique tracking number (MTCN). Share this with your receiver to track the funds.
    How do I send money for cash pickup at a Western Union agent location in Canada?

    If you need to transfer money across Canada quickly, sending for cash pickup is a fast and convenient option. Simply pay by credit2/debit card or by bank transfer and the funds can be ready for cash pickup in minutes5.

    To pay by credit2/debit card:

    1. Log in or register and verify your free profile.
    2. Click ‘Send now’ to start your money transfer.
    3. Enter Canada as the destination and choose the amount to send.
    4. Select ‘Cash pickup’ and debit/credit2 card as your payment option.
    5. Enter your receiver’s name and address.
    6. Pay with your card and we’ll send you a confirmation email with your unique tracking number (MTCN). Share this number with your receiver for a fast cash pickup

    If you’re paying by bank transfer in Canada:

    1. Log in to your profile or register and verify your free profile.
    2. Click ‘Send now’ to start your money transfer.
    3. Enter Canada as the destination and choose the amount you’d like to pay using your bank account.
    4. Select ‘Cash pickup’.
    5. Verify your bank account details and complete your money transfer to Canada.
    6. Check for a confirmation email with a tracking number (MTCN), which you can share with your receiver for a fast cash pickup5.
    What app can I use to send money to Canada?

    The Western Union® app lets you transfer money to Canada on the go, anytime and anywhere to a bank account or for cash pickup.

    1. If you already have the Western Union® app, log in with Touch ID. Otherwise, download it from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and register your free profile. You can verify your profile using your driver’s license, passport or government-issued ID.
    2. Start a money transfer by selecting Canada as the destination country and choose the amount you want to send. Select the receiving method – bank account or cash pickup. Then enter your receiver’s details.
    3. Pay for your money transfer via debit/credit2 card or with your bank account.
    4. We’ll provide the tracking number (MTCN) for your money transfer. Share this number with your receiver to track the funds.
    How much does it cost to send money across Canada?

    You can check out our to get an idea of our transfer fees3, transfer limits and delivery times. Get your free transfer price estimation with no obligation to send money in the future.

    How much money can I send to Canada?

    You can generally send up to 7,500 CAD per transfer. This will also depend on your chosen method of payment and the receiving method.

    How do I transfer money to a Canadian bank account?

    You can quickly and easily send funds to qualifying bank accounts in Canada using your debit/credit2 card or via a bank transfer.

    Still have questions or need help?

    Contact our Customer Care team or visit our FAQ page for more information.

    1 Agent location count valid as of December 31, 2021.

    2 If you’re using a credit card, a card-issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. To avoid these fees or for reduced fees, use a debit card or check other payment methods.

    3 Western 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.

    5 Funds 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. Additional Restrictions may apply. See terms for details.