💸 Money Transfer
Wise
International transfers to and from Nepal using the real mid-market exchange rate with a transparent fee. About Wise: Wise (formerly TransferWise) lets users send money internationally at the real mid-market exchange rate, charging a clear upfront fee instead of hiding a margin inside a marked-up rate. Key Features: Real Exchange Rate: Uses the actual mid-market rate rather than a bank's marked-up conversion. Transparent Fee: The fee is shown clearly and separately before confirming a transfer. Multi-Currency Account: An optional account for holding and converting several currencies at once. Fast International Transfers: Many transfer routes complete within one to two business days. How to Get Started: Download the Wise app or visit the website and create an account. Enter the amount and destination currency to see the exchange rate and fee. Pay from a linked bank account or card. Track the transfer until it reaches the recipient. Important Notice: Confirm which Nepali banks are supported for receiving transfers before relying on Wise for a time-sensitive payment, since supported bank coverage can vary.
Remitly
International money transfer service for sending funds to and from Nepal at transparent rates. About Remitly: Remitly is a digital remittance service letting users send money internationally, showing the exchange rate and fee upfront before the transfer is confirmed, aimed particularly at recurring transfers to family abroad. Key Features: Upfront Rate and Fee Display: See the exact exchange rate and fee before confirming a transfer. Multiple Delivery Options: Send to a bank account, mobile wallet or for cash pickup depending on the destination. Speed Tiers: Choose between faster transfers at a higher fee or slower, lower-cost options. Transfer Tracking: Track a sent transfer's status from send to delivery. How to Get Started: Download the Remitly app and create an account. Enter Nepal as the destination or origin and select an amount and delivery method. Review the exchange rate and fee, then pay from a linked card or bank account. Track the transfer until the recipient confirms receipt. Important Notice: Exchange rates and fees vary between delivery speed options — compare the total cost across a few options before choosing, especially for larger transfers.
Western Union
Long-established global money transfer network with cash pickup and digital options in Nepal. About Western Union: Western Union offers both a digital app for bank and mobile wallet transfers and a network of physical agent locations across Kathmandu and other Nepali cities for cash pickup transfers. Key Features: Cash Pickup Option: Recipients in Nepal and abroad can collect cash at an agent location without needing a bank account. Extensive Global Network: One of the widest networks of physical pickup locations of any transfer service. Digital and In-Person Options: Send via the app for bank/wallet transfers, or visit a physical agent for cash transactions. Transfer Tracking Number: Every transfer generates a tracking number (MTCN) to check status or confirm pickup. How to Get Started: Download the Western Union app or visit a physical agent location in Nepal. Enter the recipient's details, destination and preferred delivery method. Pay by card, cash at an agent, or bank transfer depending on the option chosen. Share the tracking number (MTCN) with the recipient so they can collect or confirm the transfer. Important Notice: Cash pickup fees and exchange rates are often less competitive than app-only services like Wise for straightforward transfers — cash pickup is most useful when the recipient lacks bank access, particularly relevant given Nepal's large remittance-dependent population.