When you need to send money to family, loved ones or even pay bills, money transfers are an affordable, reliable and convenient option.
What is a Money Transfer?
Money transfers, also known as remittance, allow you to move funds from one place to another within Canada and across the world.
Why send a Money Transfer?
You can use a money transfer to:
- Pay bills
- Support family and loved ones in another country
- Send a cash gift
- Transfer money from one bank account to another
What are the benefits of sending a Money Transfer?
- Safe: Funds are sent securely and reliably to your destination.
- Convenient: Visit any of our 3,700 Canada Post locations to make a transfer.
- Affordable: Send up to $100 for a $4 flat fee*.
- Fast: Funds can be sent in as little as 10 minutes**.
- No Bank Account Needed: Pay for money transfers in cash, without a bank account.
How can you send Money Transfers?
Canada Post partners with MoneyGram to offer a variety of options so you can choose the method of sending that works best for you:
Money Transfer Send and Receive Options | How does it work? | Can you do it in-person, online or both? | What do you need to do this? |
| In-person | Visit one of the 3,700 Canada Post locations and a Canada Post representative will help you through the process. | In-person |
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| In-app or online | Send from your mobile device or web browser. | Online | Download the free mobile app or visit MoneyGram and register for an account to get started |
| To a bank account | Send an online wire transfer directly to a bank account. | Both in-person and online | The recipient’s full legal name and bank account information |
| To a mobile wallet | Send money transfers directly to a mobile wallet. | Both in-person and online | The recipients full legal name and mobile number, including international dial code |
| Cash Pickup | Select your preferred store destination so your recipient can easily visit that location and pick-up their cash. | Both in-person and online |
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How much does it cost?
You can send up to $100 for a $4 flat fee*. For transfers over $100, use the free online MoneyGram calculator to confirm the exact cost.
Ready to start a money transfer?
Visit your nearest Canada Post MoneyGram location or MoneyGram online.
For more information about Canada Post MyMoney Transfers, visit our Canada Post MoneyGram page.
* A currency exchange rate may apply. MoneyGram makes money from currency exchange.
** Timing of funds availability depends on payment and receive method, destination country and is subject to agent and bank operating hours, system availability and compliance with regulatory requirements.
MoneyGram and the Globe are registered trademarks of MoneyGram Payment Services, Inc. Canada Post and MoneyGram are independent entities and are not affiliated with one another. MoneyGram and its partners make money from currency exchange. Services provided by MoneyGram are subject to additional terms and conditions stipulated by MoneyGram. All information about MoneyGram’s services has been provided by MoneyGram and Canada Post does not promise that it is accurate or complete. The resolution of any issues arising from your use of MoneyGram services will be solely between you and MoneyGram.