Nearly 150 million people around the world use MoneyGram as an international digital money transfer platform. If you are planning to send money to Uganda then you should probably use MoneyGram. It’s one of those most popular money transfer solutions to Uganda. MoneyGram agents in Uganda can easily be accessed at most Banks. So any Ugandan can easily move to the nearest Bank with MoneyGram in Uganda and withdraw their money sent from abroad. Here is an article on how you can send money to Uganda via MoneyGram.
How to Send Money Via MoneyGram
There is one commonest way to send money via MoneyGram, that is using MoneyGram bank agents nearest to you. This section will guide you through the steps to send money to Uganda via MoneyGram.
Transfer Money in Person via MoneyGram Agents
1. Find a MoneyGram agent location near you.
2. Prepare for your agent visit and carry the following requirements;
- Your I.D. where applicable
- Your recipient’s full name matching their I.D.
- Your recipient’s location
- The amount you wish to send, plus fees
Note: If sending to a bank account, you also need your recipient’s bank name and account number in Uganda.
If sending to mobile money, you also need your recipient’s mobile number with an international dial code
3. Complete your transaction
Where applicable, complete a send form. Give the agent the completed form with applicable funds (including transaction fees).
4. Notify your recipient
Save your receipt and share the 8-digit reference number with your recipient. Funds will be sent directly into their account.