Let’s face it. Walmart is usually the cheapest grocery store in town. It doesn’t matter if you are looking for produce, meat, or dairy products; Walmart will have the best prices on everything that you need to feed your family.
So when Walmart announced their new money transfer service called “Walmart2Walmart,” people were ecstatic about the potential savings they could make by using this service instead of a bank or another money-transfer company.
But before you think about sending cash to someone else with Walmart, there are some things you should know first!
In this article, we are going to take you through everything you need to know about Walmart’s money transfer service.
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We included steps on how to use it, it works, and why it could be the best option for your family.
What is Walmart2Walmart?
Walmart2Walmart is a fast and reliable way to send money from one Walmart store to be picked up by someone else at another store. You can also send money from your phone or computer to over 200 countries and territories worldwide using Walmart2World!
How Does Walmart2Walmart Work?
If you’ve never transferred money before using Walmart2Walmart, below are the steps you will need to follow:
- Visit your local Walmart
- Head to the Customer Service Desk or Money Services Center
- Fill out the application with the information of the person you are sending money to
- Pay the transfer amount by cash or debit card, including fees
- Your recipient can then pick up their funds from a different Walmart location, usually within 10 minutes!
How Much Does Walmart2Walmart Cost?
Before transferring any money, it is important to know how much you will pay in fees.
Fees for domestic Walmart-to-Walmart transfers start from $4. International transfer fees also start from $4 and can be as much as $25. These are the most current and up-to-date rates as of 2021.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a few of the most commonly asked questions about Walmart’s money transfer service.
Do I need an ID to send or receive money with Walmart2Walmart?
Photo identification is required for both sending and receiving money. A valid government-issued photo identification that is not damaged or expired, such as:
- U.S. Driver’s License
- State Identification Card
- United States Passport
- International Passport
- Military ID
- Permanent Resident Card
- Tribal ID
- Mexican Consular Card (Matricula Consular)
Can you cancel a Walmart to Walmart money transfer?
You can cancel your Walmart2Walmert or Walmart2World money transfer ONLY before it has been picked up by calling Ria’s customer service at 1-855-355-2144.
Is there a limit on how much money I can send with Walmart?
The current transfer limit for domestic wires is $2500 and will cost $18 to send from one Walmart location to another.
How long does it take for a Walmart2Walmart transfer to process?
Most domestic Walmart2Walmart transfers paid for by cash are available for pick up in about 10 minutes. However, If you pay for the transfer with your Debit Card, the time will vary depending on your bank.
Is Walmart to Walmart the same as MoneyGram and Western Union?
Walmart2Walmart and Walmart2World are both money transfer services powered by Ria. You can still send and receive using MoneyGram or Western Union at your local Walmart, but they are not the same service Ria provides.
Will I need a bank account to use Walmart2Walmart?
You only need proper identification to send or receive money with Walmart. You do not need a bank account of any kind!
Can I send money from Walmart to someone else at another store?
Yes! You can pick up your cash or direct deposit by going into any location and providing the account information you used on the application.
Is it safe to use Walmart to send money to other people?
Walmart is one of the most reliable and safest ways to transfer money domestically and internationally. However, you still need to use common sense and avoid common scams. For example, do not wire money to strangers or send transfers to people you don’t know!
MONEY TRANSFER FRAUD WARNING
Unfortunately, we live in a world where scammers are everywhere. Here are some basic tips to avoid sending money to scammers.
Never send money in the following situations:
- Do not wire money to strangers or send transfers to people you don’t know!
- Never wire money to pay the IRS, police, or warrants!
- Do not send money to buy a car, puppy, or as a deposit for an apartment!
- Never send money to receive a prize, winnings, or lottery!
- To make a charity donation or pay an internet merchant for supplies during a pandemic, natural disaster, or other crisis.
Final Thoughts
All in all, Walmart’s money transfer service is a great way to send and receive cash domestically or internationally. They offer competitive prices and exchange rates and have a safe and reliable service.
If you have any other questions, please contact us or post them in the comments, and we will do our best to answer them!
