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Send money overseas electronically to an overseas bank account in a specified currency with a Telegraphic Transfer
A Telegraphic Transfer allows you to transfer money internationally to an overseas bank account in over 130 currencies. Funds are deposited directly into the payee’s bank account to be accessed easily by the payee. You can use a Telegraphic Transfer to:
To transfer money internationally you will need to complete the Telegraphic Transfer order form. Get in touch with us for more information.
How much does a Telegraphic Transfer cost?
What details do I need to provide to complete a Telegraphic Transfer?
The details must be clearly communicated and 100% accurate. Any errors may increase the time taken for your payee to receive funds.
To request a Telegraphic Transfer, you will need to complete the Telegraphic Transfers Order Form, provide your residential address and the residential address for the receiver, as well as details of the account that the funds will be transferred to.
This includes:
You will also need to provide some additional information when sending a Telegraphic Transfer to the following countries:
Available Currencies
Code | Currency |
AED | United Arab Emirates Dirham |
CAD | Canadian Dollar |
CHF | Swiss Francs |
DKK | Danish Krone |
EUR | Euro |
FJD | Fijian Dollar |
HKD | Hong Kong Dollar |
JPY | Japanese Yen |
NOK | Norwegian Krone |
NZD | New Zealand Dollar |
SEK | Swedish Krona |
SGD | Singapore Dollar |
THB | Thai Baht (Govt. Restrictions) |
GBP | British Pounds Sterling |
USD | United States Dollar |
ZAR | South African Rand |
We can also send Telegraphic Transfers in a range of minor currencies. For all available currencies view Western Union's Currency Capability Information Sheet or contact us.
How long will it take to send a Telegraphic Transfer?
Like a bank cheque made out in a foreign currency, Drafts are an easy and affordable way to make a payment overseas. Drafts can be sent via mail and are available in a wide range of currencies.
When should you send a draft?
Available Currencies
Drafts are available in more than 24 currencies including:
Code | Currency |
AED | United Arab Emirates Dirham |
AUD | Australian Dollar |
BHD | Bahraini Dinar |
CAD | Canadian Dollar |
CHF | Swiss Francs |
DKK | Danish Krone |
EUR | Euro |
FJD | Fijian Dollar |
GBP | British Pounds Sterling |
HKD | Hong Kong Dollar |
INR | Indian Rupee |
JPY | Japanese Yen |
KES | Kenyan Shilling |
MXN | Mexican Peso |
NOK | Norwegian Krone |
NZD | New Zealand Dollar |
PHP | Philippine Peso |
SAR | Saudi Arabian Riyal |
SEK | Swedish Krona |
SGD | Singapore Dollar |
THB | Thai Baht |
USD | United States Dollar |
XPF | Tahitian Franc |
ZAR | South African Rand |
How much do they cost?
On average the cost is approximately $12.50. However, commissions are subject to change from time to time. To confirm the cost come in and talk to us today.
There are fees related to the stopping and re-issue of Drafts and you should refer to the Product Disclosure Statement for Drafts.
The exchange rate that will apply to the purchase of a foreign currency Draft varies from day to day and will be determined at the time of order.
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