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 MTCN number (Money Transfer Control Number) 10 digit number.
- 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 MTCN number (Money Transfer Control Number) – 10 digit number 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 LBP only.
Please ensure you count your funds in full, prior 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 your local 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 LBP at the exchange rate defined by BDL.
- Other terms and conditions may be applicable, including during certain promotion periods. For complete details, please contact OMT customer service center +961 1 391000.
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