ACCOUNT SIGNUP
Easy Sign Up for Easy Access
Having an online account with us makes sending
payments easy and convenient.
- Two pieces of identification
- Recent bank statement
- Access to a scanner or a high resolution camera
In order to expedite the process, please
provide your full legal name during the
sign up process and add our email address (online@westernunion.com)
to your safe sender list.
Once you have finished the registration steps, your account will be reviewed before activation. Accounts are typically activated within 1-2 days after all requirements have been met, and you will receive an email notification confirming account activation.
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Why We Ask for Your
Personal Information
Like most financial institutions, we require a proof of your identity in order for you to open an account. Due to legislation regarding the proceeds of crime, money laundering, and terrorist financing, we must verify the identity of all of our customers.