Sending Money Home (to India)

One of the frequently asked questions by Indians in USA is "How do I send money to my family back in India?". Below are some of the options used by our members. Note: Please verify all information before use and talk to other who might have used the services listed below. If you have an opinion on any of the services please email those to us.

Please note that some companies will charge a lower fee but also give you a lower conversion rate. So please try different sites and see how much they will pay in India before sending the money.

• Personal Checks: You can use check from your personal account in USA and send it as you would send it to anybody else in US.
• Cashiers Check: You can also make a Cashier's Check (in dollars).
• Xoom.com
• iKobo - Send Money Worldwide
• Citibank
• Western Union (1-800-355-6000)
•  MoneyGram (1-800-MONEYGRAM).
• Remit2India
• Sendwise.com
• Moneybookers
• Cash2India is a Xoom.com company.