James Bronzz, WalletHub Analyst
@jbronz
No, Western Union does not accept American Express cards. Western Union will accept cards on the other three major networks as payment for money transfers online, over the phone, or in person.
It’s worth noting that paying for a Western Union money transfer with a credit card is considered a cash advance, making it a very costly transaction. Your credit card issuer will charge you a cash advance fee and a higher interest rate than normal. That’s on top of any Western Union transfer fees.
Other Ways to Pay Via Western Union
Western Union also takes in-person, phone, and online payments made with debit cards issued by U.S. banks or funds transferred directly from your bank account. In addition, you can use cash when making Western Union payments in person. Consider using one of these payment methods to avoid any additional fees and interest charges.
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