Money transfers

When sending money, you want to be confident that it will get there. Our resources explain your rights and how to take action if an error occurs.

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Know your rights when sending money abroad

Providers generally are required to give consumers certain information, including their fees and taxes, when sending money abroad. Read more

Find out how to alert a remittance transfer provider about an error

If an error occurred when transferring money, you can better protect your legal rights if you let the provider know about the error. Read more

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