How to Transfer Money Fast Overseas
Two Methods:Using Bank Wire TransfersUsing Alternative Online OptionsQuestions and Answers
Do you find yourself needing to send money to your home? Stuck with what to do? Read this article for some ideas
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EditMethod 1 of 2: Using Bank Wire Transfers
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1Be sure that you have a bank account. They are equipped with the ability to transfer money online.Ad
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2Find out the banking details of your recipient, and move funds easily to his account. For security purposes, you also need the bank routing numbers.
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3Be prepared for a service charge. Banks do charge service fees for these transactions, but they are generally flat, irrespective of the amount relegated. As a result, you end up saving more for large transactions. Some of the banks even offer real-time settlement through RTGS systems.Ad
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1Use an online bill payment service. Though this method is not the conventional way of transferring money, people around the world find it easy to use it. Services like Paypal allow individuals to set-up e-payment accounts. These accounts are aided with credit and debit features and allow you to send as well as receive money, irrespective of not being an ecommerce business owner. As a result, you can easily use this method to transfer money quickly to your family members. But, a standard currency is used and the recipient is required to convert the currency during withdrawal.
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2Consider bank transfer services. These services are provided by banks for people who are not comfortable with the wire transfers. At times, wire transfers can be costly, and the network many not be available in the recipient’s locality. But with Bank money transfer services, you can easily send money to the linked account, without any hassles of network.
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3Try an email money transfer. This is a relatively new service offered by very few banks. This service is a replica of electronic cheque service, wherein the funds are literally not transferred using the emails. Both the transacting parties are notified by email only, and account numbers need not be exchanged for transfers. While a few banks charge a couple of dollars, this mode of fund relocation is generally free. Also, this service is fast as well as reliable.Ad
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