Remittance Services

Enjoy instant rewards when you receive money with UBA this season

Receive money from loved ones abroad using any of our International Money Transfer Services.

✅Fast ✅Secure ✅Convenient

'Tis the Season for Jolly Rewards

Receive money via any of our remittance partners including Africash and get instant gifts, shopping vouchers plus amazing discounts this season.

Rewards include:

  • Instant gift items
  • 10% off inverter purchase
  • 40% off select gadgets at Obiwezy stores
  • 30% off Trax apparels and more…
  • Instant gift is only open to customers who use the cash pick up service option
  • There is no minimum limit on the amount you can receive to qualify for gift
  • This offer is for a limited time only and will not exceed 31st January, 2025
  • This offer is available only at selected branches nationwide. Click here to see list of branches
  • Who is eligible for the instant rewards?
    • Ans- Account and Non account holders
  • What rewards can I get when I receive money through UBA
    • Ans- UBA branded gifts items, 10% off inverter purchase, 40% off select gadgets at Obiwezy stores, 30% off Trax apparels and more….
  • I am an account holder, do I have to visit a branch to win?
    • Ans- No, you can also receive directly to account to qualify.

Send and Receive Money

We have partnered with top international money transfer operators and have created an Africa money transfers service to ensure you can conveniently send and receive money worldwide.  With our remittances services, you can choose to receive money directly to your UBA account or collect and send cash at any UBA branch nationwide

 

Remittances Season Promo

Celebrate this season with our Remittance Services. Receive money from abroad through any of our international money transfer partners including Africash and get a gift instantly.
 
Terms and Conditions: 
  • Promo starts in April 2024.
  • Promo is only open to customers who use the cash pick-up service option at selected branches. Click here to see the list of branches.
  • There is no minimum limit on the amount you can receive to qualify for a gift.
  • This offer is for a limited time only.

Remittances "End of Year" Promo

Receive dollars sent through any of our remittance partners including Africash at any UBA branch nationwide and get a gift instantly.

Terms and Conditions 

  • – Promo starts on the 5th of December 2022
  • – Promo is only open to customers who use the cash pick-up service option
  • – There is no minimum limit on the amount you can receive to qualify for a gift.
  • – This offer is for a limited time only and will not exceed 31st December 2021
  • – This offer is available at any UBA branch nationwide. 

Our Remittance Services Options

AfriCash

AfriCash

AfriCash Money transfers service allows account and non-account holders to receive money from all UBA locations in Africa

Features and Benefits

  • - Receive money at any UBA branch across Africa.
  • - Funds are instantly credited to the beneficiary’s account
  • - The service is available to both account and non-account holders.
  • - Customers can cancel, modify and request refunds for unpaid transfers

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or Voters registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country

 

Western Union

Western Union

Western Union is an electronic instant money transfer service that enables beneficiaries to receive FX remittances in Nigeria. Funds can be received directly into a UBA Naira account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide

 

Features and Benefits

  • Competitive rates and fees
  • Fast and reliable
  • Easy and convenient
  • Service available to UBA account and non-account holders
  • Receive funds directly into your UBA Naira account

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID, or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address, and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
Money Gram

Money Gram

Money Gram service is a payment service that enables MoneyGram customers abroad to send money to beneficiaries in Nigeria. Funds can be received as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

Features and Benefits

  • - Fast and easy
  • - Secure
  • - Convenient
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
World Remit

World Remit

World Remit money transfer service allows customers to receive money in Nigeria from over 145 countries around the World. Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

Features and Benefits 

  • - No minimum amount for transfer. However, the initial transaction is subject to a maximum of USD 2,000, while the maximum limit per transaction is USD 7,500, the total of which must not exceed USD 50,000 every 6 months.
  • - There are no charges to the beneficiaries.
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
Ria Money Transfer

Ria Money Transfer

Funds can be received directly into a UBA Naira account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

 

Features and Benefits

  • - Fast
  • - Safe and secure
  • - Receive transfers within minutes
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders
  • - Receive funds directly into your UBA Naira account.

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID, or Voter's registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address, and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
ACE Money Transfer

ACE Money Transfer

ACE Money Transfer is a fast remittance option that allows customers to receive funds directly into any UBA account in Nigeria.

Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

Features and Benefits

  • - Secure
  • - Convenient
  • - Receive funds within seconds
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders
  • - The exact amount of funds is received, the beneficiary is not charged fees

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
Boss Revolution

Boss Revolution

Receive dollars from family, friends and business associates living in the USA at no extra charge.

Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

Features and Benefits

  • - Low fees
  • - Secure and convenient
  • - The first money transfer up to $300 in the App is FREE
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
Glocurrency

Glocurrency

With Glocurrency, customers can receive money transfers from across the globe in minutes. Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

Features and Benefits

  • - 24/7 money transfer service
  • - Bank-level security
  • - Real-time tracking
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address, and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
NairaGram

NairaGram

NairaGram is a digital transfer service that allows you receive cross border remittances within minutes. Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide

Features and Benefits

  • - Receive funds within minutes
  • - Secure and reliable
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
Gabtrans

Gabtrans

An electronic money transfer service that allows you to receive money from friends and family in different countries across the globe. Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

Features and Benefits

  • - Safe and secure
  • - Receive transfers within minutes
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
Smallworld

Smallworld

Smallworld money transfer allows individuals to receive funds from family and friends from across the globe.

Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

Features and Benefits

  • - Fast and easy
  • - Secure
  • - Convenient
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
Thunes Money Transfer

Thunes Money Transfer

Thunes Money Transfer

With Thunes, individuals can receive dollars from abroad. Thunes is fast becoming one of the world’s leading money senders to Africa.

Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

Features and Benefits

  • - Stress free
  • - Secure
  • - Reliable
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or Voters registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country

 

Venture Garden

Venture Garden

With Venture Garden, customers can receive money from anywhere in the world. Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

 

Features and Benefits

  • - Safe and secure.
  • - Competitive interest rates.
  • - Instantly receive funds within minutes.
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders.

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
CASHPOT

CASHPOT

CASHPOT Money Transfer service is a simple and fast remittance option for beneficiaries to receive funds directly into any account in Nigeria.

Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

 

Features and Benefits

  • - Secure
  • - Convenient
  • - Receive funds within seconds
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders
  • - The exact amount of funds is received, the beneficiary is not charged for fees

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or Voters registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country
Leadremit

Leadremit

Receive money from family and friends anywhere in the world instantly. Funds can be received directly into a UBA account or as cash pick-up in Naira at any branch nationwide.

 

Features and Benefits

  • - Fast
  • - Secure
  • - Reliable
  • - Service available to UBA account and non-account holders

 

Requirements

  • - A valid means of identification (BVN, International Passport, National ID or voter registration card).
  • - A duly filled money transfer form containing the following information:
  •    * The Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN)
  •    * Expected Amount
  •    * The receiver’s name, address and phone number (Ensure that the sender has your full name as it appears on your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  •    * Sender’s name and country

FAQs

An individual customer can receive any amount. However, any amount above $10,000 or its naira equivalent should be reported to compliance.
An IMTO beneficiary can receive the naira equivalent of up to $200 in cash. Any value above the naira equivalent of $200 must be paid into the beneficiary’s account. Please do not credit a 3rd Party account with IMTO proceeds

Acceptable means of ID for IMTO payments include:

  1. Nigerian Driver’s license
  2. Nigerian INEC Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC)
  3. Nigerian Identity Management Commission (NIMC) ID card/Slip Validated
  4. Bank Verification Number (BVN) and,
  5. International Passport.

Please note that MoneyGram accepts ONLY validated Bank Verification Number.

Yes. Customers must provide the purpose of the transfer where applicable.

Yes. An international passport with a valid Visa and evidence of entry into Nigeria (immigration stamp) is acceptable for pickup.

This should be validated.

No, a foreign driver’s license is not an acceptable form of identification as it cannot be validated.

Yes. The beneficiary should provide a valid ID and BVN for an instant FREBA savings account.

Upgrade of the account will require additional relevant KYC documents(utility bill)

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