Western Union International Money Transfer
Supporting your family members residing outside Lebanon, celebrating special occasions and sending money worldwide have never been easier.
With OMT | Western Union, you can transfer money abroad to more than 200 countries, in three easy steps without the need to have a bank account. The amount sent can be available within minutes for collection by the receiver.
For more information about the steps to send or receive money with OMT | Western Union, have a look at the sections below.
Central Bank of Lebanon decision# 14/44/00 dated 4/10/2000
How to Send Money
- The money transfer details filled on the form available at OMT locations.
- Your valid government issued ID or Passport.
- The receiver’s first and last names.
- The destination Country.
- The amount you wish to send.
Once you sign your receipt and receive your MTCN number, provide your receiver with:
- The 10 digit Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN).
- Your full name.
- The amount you sent.
You can choose to receive an SMS once the receiver collects the money.
How to Receive Money
- Your 10 digit Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) given to you by the sender.
- Your valid government issued ID or Passport.
- The sender’s first and last names.
- The country where the funds were sent from.
- The amount you expect to receive.
Western Union International Money Transfers can be collected in USD only.
Please ensure you count your funds in full, prior to leaving the location.
Terms & Conditions
- The Western Union Money Transfer Service is available to persons aged 18 years or older.
- A valid government issued ID or Passport is required to send and receive funds.
- You may be required to provide additional details if instructed by the operator.
- Limitations on amounts that can be sent vary by country. Please inquire in advance by calling OMT Customer Service Center +961 1 391000.
- Exchange rates by Western Union are applicable when converting money from US Dollars to other currencies.
- Transfers sent to Lebanon will be collected in USD only.
- Other terms and conditions may be applicable, including during certain promotion periods. For complete details, please call +961 1 391 000.