What questions does Western Union ask?

What questions does Western Union ask?

WU.com or the mobile app

  • Your Western Union log in information.
  • Your credit** or debit card information.
  • Your receiver’s first and last name, as it appears on their government-issued ID.
  • Your receiver’s country, and in some cases*** their full address.

Does Western Union ask security questions?

When you send a Western Union Money Transfer you will be asked to enter a security question that must be answered correctly by the recipient before they can collect the funds. The question can be anything you like. Just make sure only you and the receiver know the answer.

What info do I need from the recipient for Western Union?

The recipient will need to provide the following information: the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN), name and address, amount of money expected to receive, the sender’s name, telephone number and the city/state from which the transfer is being sent.

Do they ask for ID at Western Union?

Western Union requires receivers to provide photo ID as an added way of ensuring they are who they say they are – and although it’s not 100% reliable, this simple procedure helps protect your money transfer.

Why does Western Union ask for date of birth?

*the country of destination may be high risk country. they will ask for more information as full name and date of birth , adresse, home country adresse ,relationship between the sender and the receiver , finally the purpose of the transfer.

Can I put a test question on Western Union online?

In certain jurisdictions you also have an option to create a test question for your receiver to ensure the security of your transfer. Your receiver will need to present an ID and answer the test question to receive the money. WU.com or the mobile app: Your Western Union log in information.

How do I send money through Western Union security question?

If an ID is not available (doesn’t have one), then a security question is required. Before sending money, make sure the receiver has a valid ID. If not, create a security question and provide the answer to the receiver when you inform them of the MTCN number.

Can someone else pick up my Western Union money for me?

Can I authorize someone to pick up the money from me if I can’t leave my home? For security reasons, only the designated receiver can pick up a transfer. However, you can ask your sender to contact Western Union customer service to ask for a refund.