How do I send money without a bank account?
With Western Union, there are two main ways to send money without a bank account.
- Sending money with a card
The first solution involves using a card that is not linked to a bank account, like a prepaid debit card or a credit card2 that is not directly linked to a bank account. You can use a card to transfer money to a loved one for cash pickup or, depending on the destination country, to a mobile wallet1.
- Sending cash
The other way to send money without a bank account is in person at one of the thousands of Western Union agent locations in France. You can even start a transfer on our website or app and then complete it in person with cash at the same transfer rate. Here’s how: