Total Wireless now covers your Western Union transfer fees
Total Wireless Partners with Western Union to Simplify Global Money Transfers
Total Wireless, the Verizon-owned carrier, just rolled out a major update that bridges the gap between staying connected and supporting family back home. In an industry-first move, the company is now including a monthly Western Union transfer benefit directly within its service plans.
If you’re signed up for the MAX 5G BYO, MAX 5G, or ALL ACCESS plans, you now get one fee-free money transfer included every month. This perk allows you to send funds to friends and family in over 200 countries and territories directly through the Western Union app or website.
Why This Matters
For many, sending money abroad is a recurring necessity rather than a one-off task. By embedding this into a mobile plan, Total Wireless is essentially providing a financial utility alongside traditional data and talk services. As David Kim, president of Verizon Value, put it, the goal is to ensure that customers don’t have to choose between keeping their phone active and supporting their loved ones.
This partnership feels like a genuine shift in how wireless carriers view their role in the lives of their customers. Instead of just selling data buckets, Total Wireless is acknowledging the financial realities faced by the communities they serve. Jesse Mory, SVP of strategic partnerships at Western Union, echoed this sentiment, highlighting that the move is about more than just moving dollars—it’s about making essential financial services more accessible and reliable.
Who Gets the Perk?
This benefit is currently available to users on the following plans:
- MAX 5G BYO
- MAX 5G
- ALL ACCESS
If you fall into those categories, it is worth checking your account settings to link your Western Union profile and take advantage of the monthly credit. It’s a smart, practical addition that actually adds tangible value to a standard monthly bill.
