Create new memories this Diwali

Send money as a Diwali gift to your loved ones. Make their celebrations brighter with an online money transfer at westernunion.com or with our app.

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    Options for sending money as Diwali gifts

    Choose how you want your Diwali gifts to be delivered to your family and friends.

    Bank account

    Be a part of the Diwali celebrations of your homeland by sending money through a bank transfer for a loved one.

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    Agent location for cash pickup

    Send a Diwali gift of money in minutes1 for cash pickup at hundreds of thousands of agent locations around the world.

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    Mobile wallet2

    Send money as Diwali presents directly to your friends and family’s mobile wallets2.

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    Debit card

    Transfer money this Diwali to your receiver’s card linked to their bank account.

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    Pay the way you like to send money as a Diwali gift

    Bank account

    Credit2 or debit card

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    Transfer money for Diwali with our app

    Send money virtually anywhere for cash pickup in minutes1.

    Check transfer fees3 and exchange rates3 in advance.

    Track your money transfer conveniently.

    Save time and make repeat money transfers.

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    Why send money as a gift for the Indian festival of Diwali?

    Even if you are away from home this Diwali festival, you can still be a part of the celebration. Simply send money home as a gift for Diwali with Western Union’s online services. It’s fast, reliable and convenient, and it’s available anytime, anywhere.

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    Advantages of sending money online with Western Union

    You can count on Western Union to have your Diwali gifts for family delivered when and where it’s needed. Send money online and get access to all benefits we offer this Diwali.

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    Sign up or log in to your profile

    Sign up or log in on westernunion.com or our app. It‘s free and all you need is an email address.

    Choose the amount you wish to send

    Put in the amount you wish to send as a Diwali gift. We’ll show you the transfer fee3 for your chosen sum.

    Choose the payment and payout method

    Transfer money with your bank account, or credit2 or debit card directly to your receiver’s bank account.

    Enter your receiver’s information

    Fill in your receiver’s personal information and the details of their bank account.

    Verify your identity

    We will ask for a photo of your ID card to verify your identity.

    That’s it! Your Diwali presents are on their way

    We’ll take care of the rest. You can track your money transfer and check its status with the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN).

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    How much does it cost to send money for Diwali celebrations?

    Your transfer fee3 is calculated based on the amount, destination, payout and payment methods. With Western Union, you can choose whatever suits your budget and what’s convenient for your loved ones to send a Diwali gift of money.

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    Have questions or need help?

    Contact our Customer Care team or visit our FAQ page for more information.

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    1 Transfer speed and fund availability may be affected by factors such as service choice, amount, destination, currency, regulations, ID requirements, and system availability of our banking partners. Not available for all transactions. See Terms for details.

    2 Additional third-party charges may apply.

    4 Western Union makes money from currency exchange. Fees and rates subject to change without notice.