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Receiving MoneyGram & Western Union Transfers
Receiving MoneyGram & Western Union Transfers

How to receive MoneyGram and Western Union services using Penny Pinch.

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Updated over a month ago

You can receive your MoneyGram and Western Union cash pick up transfers directly to your account on Penny Pinch. Look for the services in the 'Receive' button or scroll down on the home page.

Our partnership with MoneyGram and Western union allows you to enter the reference number you are used to receiving from the sender to pick up cash.

Once you enter a valid reference number, you will be asked to confirm the payment once you have filled in any necessary information requested. Once you confirm your payment, your funds will be instantly applied to your balance.

Commonly Asked Questions

1.Are there any additional charges for receiving my transfer?

Answer: No, it is completely free to receive transfers from both MoneyGram and Western Union.

2. I am getting an error message or having issues receiving my transfer.

Answer: Please contact us through our various support channels to assist you in rectifying any errors such as: 'Something went wrong', 'No internet connection' or 'Session expired'

3. Does the transfer have to be in my name for me to receive it?

Answer: Yes, transfers must be sent to you for you to receive it to your account, if any information is inaccurate, this may result in delays in receiving your transfer.

4. What are the limits for transacting?

Answer: You can view your limits on the page where you enter the reference number, your limits are updated as you transact.

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