WorldRemit Money Transfer App: Features and Options
The WorldRemit money transfer app lets you send money to over 130 countries from your phone. WorldRemit says you tap Send Money, choose the country and amount, see the exchange rate and fees, pick how your recipient is paid, then pay. You can track the transfer in the app and get a notification when your recipient has the money.
Sending in the app
WorldRemit's help page gives these steps:
- Tap Send Money.
- Choose the country you want to send to.
- Enter the amount. You see a breakdown of the exchange rate and fees, and WorldRemit says all costs are up front.
- Choose how the money is received and enter your recipient's details.
- Choose your payment method and pay.
WorldRemit says that after you send, you can still make some changes, such as recipient or payment details, and you can request a cancellation. See how to use WorldRemit.
Ways your recipient can get paid
- Bank transfer, see the bank transfer guide.
- Cash pickup, see the cash pickup guide.
- Mobile money, see the mobile money guide.
- Airtime top up, see the airtime guide.
Options depend on the country.
Other features
- Tracking and history. Follow each transfer and see your transfer history.
- Rate notifications. Set alerts under Account, Settings, Notifications, see WorldRemit exchange rate.
- Express checkout. WorldRemit's app guide mentions quicker checkout for repeat transfers.
- PIN and sign-in. You choose a PIN and can turn on Face ID.
- Support. WorldRemit says customer care is available 24/7 online.
Paying in the app
Payment options depend on your registered country, see WorldRemit payment methods. Your card issuer may add charges, see WorldRemit fees.
Use the app safely
Download only from the official App Store or Google Play listings, see WorldRemit app download. Never share your PIN or codes, check the recipient's details twice, and read is WorldRemit safe?.
Getting started
Create and verify your account first, see how to create a WorldRemit account. New customers can use the referral link with REFERNNF57P9SAA1L at sign-up. This is an independent site, not WorldRemit.
FAQ
What can the WorldRemit app do?
Send money, track transfers, view history, set exchange rate alerts and contact support.
How do I send money in the app?
Tap Send Money, choose the country and amount, pick the receive method, enter details and pay.
Can I change a transfer after sending?
WorldRemit says you can still change some details or request a cancellation, while that is possible.
Does it work for every country?
WorldRemit says it reaches over 130 countries, but the options on your route are shown in the app.
Is the app free?
The download is free. The fee and rate for a transfer are shown before you pay.