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Send Money to India

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Convenient ways to send and receive money

Send in person

Make an in-person money transfer to India from a Western Union agent location near you. We have more than 59,0001 in the US.

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Send online

Log in or register your online profile for free to transfer money to India from the comfort of your home.

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Send on the app

It’s easy to send money to your nearest and dearest in India with the Western Union® app. You can even start a transfer on your device and pay at an agent location.

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Bank account

Transfer up to $50,000 directly to a bank account with a money transfer to India from the USA. Make transfers to State Bank of India, HDFC, ICICI and more.

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Cash pickup

Whether touring the Taj Mahal or living in Old Delhi, your loved ones can pick up cash at more than 111,000 agent locations1 in India.

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Send to a UPI ID

Learn how to send money to India directly to a Unified Payments Interface (UPI) ID. You don’t even need bank account information.

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Choose the way you pay

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

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Use our app to send money to India

Complete a remit to India on the move, at a time that works for you.

Save loved ones’ information to speed up your next money transfer.

Follow the progress of your money transfer in real time.

Set custom exchange rate alerts so you can send USD to INR at the perfect time.

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More information on how to send money to India from the US

Sending money to bank accounts

With Western Union, you can transfer money to India to nearly 200 banks. They include State Bank of India, ICICI Bank Limited, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Punjab National Bank and Bank Baroda.

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Have your receiver’s details ready

You’ll only need your receiver’s account number3 , Indian Financial System Code (IFSC) and a purpose of transfer when sending money to India by bank transfer.

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Quick repeat transfers

Regularly making money transfers to India? Save relatives’ details for speedy repeat transfers.

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Reasons to choose Western Union®

Choose how you send money

Pick the way that’s most helpful to you and your loved ones. Make an online money transfer to India, send with our app or pay at an agent location.

International reach

We don’t just serve India – you can transfer money to more than 200 other countries and territories1 from the US.

Peace of mind

Encryption and fraud prevention are a big focus of ours, helping protect your money transfers.

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Registering is quick and easy

It’s straightforward to transfer money from the US to India – just register for a free profile to get started.

Payments to suit you

Confirm your money transfer using a bank account, credit2 or debit card, or cash.

Follow your money

Simply use our app or website to track your money transfer over to India.

Convenient agent locations

With more than 111,0001 Indian agent locations, your receiver can pick up cash close to home.

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Frequently asked questions about sending money to India from the U.S.

How much money can I send to India?

You can send up to $50,000 directly to an Indian bank account from your US account. You can make a money transfer to India banks including State Bank of India, HDFC and ICICI.

How do I estimate the cost to make a ‘large amount’ money transfer to India?

You can use our price estimator tool to work out the cost of sending a large or small amount of money to India. This provides information on things like transfer fees5.

How do I send money online to India?

To make an online money transfer to India, just follow these steps:

  1. Log in to your Western Union® profile or register and verify one for free. Begin your money transfer to India by clicking ‘Send now’.
  2. Type in ‘India’ as the destination and how much you wish to send. You’ll be able to view typical transfer times as you make your selections.
  3. Click on ‘Bank account’. You’ll then have the choice of selecting an existing receiver or entering bank account details3 for a new one.
  4. Pay for your money transfer by credit2 or debit card.
  5. Look out for a confirmation email containing a tracking number (MTCN). This can then be shared with your receiver in India to help track the money.
What do I need to send money online to India?

You’ll need a US driver’s license, passport or government-issued ID to register online with Western Union®. When sending money to India, your receiver’s account number, IFSC code and the purpose of the transfer are required. We might also ask for additional information about your source of funds and occupation, depending on the amount of money you would like to send, when making a ‘large amount’ money transfer.

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

To transfer money to India from a US agent location, simply:

  1. Search for an agent location close to your home.
  2. Take a valid government-issued ID or phone number to the counter. You’ll also need to show your receiver’s bank and account details.
  3. Use cash or a US bank-issued debit card to pay for your remit to India.
  4. Read the tracking number (MTCN) on your receipt, which can be shared with your receiver to follow their money.
How do I send money from the US to ICICI Bank in India?

Transferring money to an Indian ICICI bank account is quick and easy. Simply follow these steps:

  1. Log in or register and verify a free Western Union® profile. Click ‘Send now’ to begin your money transfer to India.
  2. View the dollar to rupee exchange rate (USD to INR), then enter the amount you wish to send.
  3. Choose how you want to pay for the money transfer.
  4. Enter your receiver’s details and ICICI bank account number.

Confirm your money transfer. We’ll provide a tracking number (MTCN) for you to keep for your records.

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    1 Network data as of June 30, 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 Please make sure that the receiver’s name accurately matches the details of the bank account owner. (Account details may vary by country.)

    4 Fee reductions apply only to the Western Union® transfer fee for a single Western Union Money Transfer® or Quick Collect® transaction. Excludes all other services, including without limitation, online bill payments, and money transfers via social/chat applications. Points used will not be reversible and if amount of transfer fee is less than redeemed discount, no cash, credit or refund will be provided.

    5 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.