Send money to Indonesia

Send money to Indonesia and support or celebrate with your family. Never miss a special occasion or birthday with Western Union’s money transfers.

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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 credit5 or debit card

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    Send money to Indonesia in a few taps with our app

    Send money to Indonesia on the go, any time, anywhere.

    Start the money transfer online and pay in person with cash.

    Track your money transfer in real time using the MTCN on your receipt.

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    More information on how to send money to Indonesia from Canada

    Send money in person

    Transfer funds in person at one of more than 3,5001 agent locations in Canada for your loved one to receive via a cash pickup, mobile wallet4 or directly into their bank account.

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    Send to a mobile wallet4

    Send funds to your loved one’s mobile wallet4 for a convenient money transfer. Your funds will arrive straight on to your receiver’s smartphone.

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    Sending money to bank accounts

    Western Union can help you transfer money directly to bank accounts around the world. You can send money to an account in your name for a bill payment, or to a friend as a gift.

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    Reasons to choose Western Union

    Freedom of choice

    Pay however you like with Western Union. When transferring money to Indonesia, you can send online, on the app, or in person at an agent location.

    International reach

    Discover more opportunities with Western Union. We serve over 2001 countries and territories around the world.

    Peace of mind

    Western Union money transfers are encrypted for your peace of mind. Feel confident when sending money to Indonesia.

    Register for free

    It’s quick and easy to register online with Western Union. Join today to enjoy reliable and fast money transfers to Indonesia.

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    Track your money transfer

    Keep an eye on your money transfer with ease using the MTCN.

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    Schedule your money transfers

    Manage your money ahead of time to make sure you keep up with regular payments or special occasions.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much money can I send to Indonesia?

    The maximum amount you can send to Indonesia with cash is 7,500 CAD. And you can only send cash to be received as a cash pickup.

    If you’re paying by credit5/debit card, you can send up to 5,000 CAD to an Indonesian bank account. Payments from a bank account to Indonesia are capped at 999 CAD.

    Money transfers to a mobile wallet4 are limited to 3,400 CAD, via a credit5/debit card or bank account transfer.

    How do I send money online to Indonesia?

    It’s easy to transfer money to Indonesia online when you follow these steps:

    1. Register or log into your Western Union profile and select ‘Send Money Now’ to start the money transfer.
    2. Type in the destination of Indonesia and enter the amount you would like to send, as well as your chosen payment method. This will show you the available receiver options.
    3. Check the money transfer costs, including any transfer fees6, and choose how your receiver would like the money.
    4. Add your receiver’s information when prompted, as well as your payment details. You may be asked to clarify the transfer purpose and your source of funds.
    5. Pay for the money transfer.
    6. Look out for the MTCN in your confirmation email. You can share this with your receiver so you can both keep an eye on your money transfer.
    What do I need to send money online to Indonesia?

    To send money for a cash pickup, you’ll need to supply your receiver’s:

    • Full name (must match their ID exactly)
    • Address
    • Contact details (optional)

    For a money transfer to a bank account, you also need to provide their:

    • Bank name
    • Account number

    To transfer money to a mobile wallet4 you may be asked to state your transfer purpose and supply your receiver’s:

    • Wallet service provider
    • Wallet mobile number
    How do I transfer money to an Indonesian bank account?

    It’s simple to send money to a bank account in Indonesia, for customers of banks including ANZ Indonesia, Bank Jasa Jakarta and UOB Indonesia. On our website, start the money transfer and select ‘Bank account’ when choosing how your receiver would like the money. You’ll need to enter their bank account details, including the bank name and account number.

    How do I send money to Indonesia from a Western Union agent location?

    Follow this process to transfer money from an agent location:

    1. Search for your nearest agent location
    2. Approach the counter with your government-issued ID or phone number . You may be asked to show proof of funds before sending money to Indonesia – this could be in the form of a bank statement, payslip or tax return.
    3. Inform the staff member of the amount you would like to send.
    4. Pay for your money transfer using a credit5/debit card or cash.
    5. Keep the MTCN safe and share it with your receiver, so that you can both track your money.
    How do I estimate the cost to transfer money to Indonesia?

    To predict the cost to send money from Canada to Indonesia, with no obligation to commit to the money transfer, use our price estimator tool. Enter the amount you would like to send in CAD to see the current CAD/IDR exchange rate, as well as any transfer fees6.

    How long does it take to send money to Indonesia from Canada?

    If paying by credit5/debit card or cash, your family could receive the funds in minutes2 3. Payments from a bank account may take seven to 10 business days2 3 to reach your receiver in Indonesia.

    1 Network data as of December 31, 2021.

    2 Your transfer may be delayed or unavailable based on factors listed in our Terms and Conditions, including service selected, regulatory reasons, holidays, or other agent specific limitations.

    3 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. For mobile transactions funds will be paid to the receiver’s mWallet account provider for credit to the account tied to the 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.

    4 Funds will be paid to the receiver’s mobile wallet account provider for credit to the account tied to the receiver’s mobile number. Additional third-party charges may apply, including SMS and account overdrawn charges.

    5 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.

    6 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.