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Western Union USD to ZAR - Transfers Compared

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Understanding the Table:

The comparison table above helps you see the total cost of your Western Union currency transaction by showing the exchange rates offered by different providers. It also makes it easy to spot potential savings from market-leading FX services compared to bank rates.

To see a full list of available providers, simply enter your transaction type, details and click ‘Get Rates’.

 
 

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Our Western Union USD to ZAR rate is 17.64. This is -0.95% below the mid-rate.

Western Union money transfers at a glance

Western Union is a trusted provider of international money transfer services, offering a variety of convenient options to send and receive funds globally.

Sending Money Overseas

Customers can transfer money through multiple channels:

  • Online: Register for a free profile to send money directly from your bank account or with a credit/debit card. 
  • Mobile App: Use the Western Union® app to initiate transfers on the go, with the additional option to pay in-store. 
  • In-Person: Visit thousands of locations globally to send money with assistance. 

Receiving Money

Recipients have several options:

  • Bank Account: Funds can be deposited directly into billions of bank accounts worldwide. 
  • Cash Pickup: Collect cash at thousands of Western Union agent locations globally. 
  • Mobile Wallet: In select countries, money can be received into mobile wallets. 

Key Features

  • First Transfer Offer: New online customers enjoy a $0 transfer fee on their first transaction. 
  • Security: Advanced encryption and fraud prevention measures ensure secure transfers. 
  • Global Reach: Transfer money to over 200 countries and territories. 
  • Real-Time Tracking: Monitor transfers in real-time via the website or mobile app. 

 
 
   

What is the Western Union Send Money conversion rate for USD to ZAR?

The Western Union USD to ZAR exchange rate is 17.64. This is -0.95% compared to the latest USD-ZAR mid-market rate 17.81.

As exchange rates can vary significantly between banks and also between currency exchange providers, it's therefore important to carefully compare US dollar (USD) to South African rand (ZAR) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

The above Western Union - Dollar to Rand comparison table makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by Western Union and other foreign exchange providers against the latest USD-ZAR mid-rate and the possible savings of using various providers. 

How do Western Union USD-ZAR rates compare between providers?

Looking at the full comparison table the best USD to ZAR exchange rate is 17.72 from OFX, -0.51% from the mid-market rate 17.81. The next best rate is 17.71 from XE, -0.56% from the mid-rate. Then Wise with 17.7 is -0.62% from the mid-rate.

The Western Union rate is 17.64 which is -0.95% from the mid-rate.

Among the banks the Chase Bank rate is 16.52 at -7.2% the Wells Fargo Bank rate is 16.42 at -7.8% and the Citibank rate is 17.23 at -3.3% compared to the mid-rate 17.81.

It's important to note that exchange rates also fluctuate frequently due to market conditions. Additionally, banks and foreign exchange providers often apply a margin to the exchange rate, resulting in a less favorable rate for customers compared to the mid-market rate. For more competitive rates, you might consider using a specialized currency exchange service like Western Union or platforms that offer rates closer to the mid-market rate.

 

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