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An international money transfer can send money directly into a bank account almost anywhere in the world. You can choose either a telegraphic transfer or an international direct credit.
This is the fastest way to get money to an overseas account, but unlike with international direct credits, the bank at the other end of the transfer may deduct fees, so the full amount you send may not be credited to the recipient’s account.
Money should arrive in the account you’re sending it to within two to three business days, although the final delivery time is up to the receiving bank.
The other banks involved in processing the transfer may deduct fees, so the full amount you send may not be credited to the recipient’s account. See all fees.
You can include reference details with the payment so it can be easily identified in the recipient’s bank statement (this can’t be done with international direct credits).
Unlike with telegraphic transfers, no fees will be charged at the receiving end of the transaction, so the full amount you send will arrive in the recipient’s account.
It will take three to five business days to arrive in the account, depending on the country you’re sending money to.
There are no fees for the recipient, so what you send is what they get. See all fees.
Only available to accounts in the United Kingdom in British pounds, Australia in Australian dollars and Canada in Canadian dollars. Direct credits can only be made to bank accounts, not credit cards.
Unlike with telegraphic transfers, you can’t include reference information like invoice numbers or messages that will appear on the recipient’s statement.
You can make both telegraphic transfers or international direct credits through internet banking or by going into your nearest Kiwibank. You can also download an International Money Transfer Request (PDF 76.9 KB) and email it to supportTT@kiwibank.co.nz. See the fees for making a telegraphic transfer or an international direct credit.
When you send money overseas you need specific details about the person or organisation you’re sending money to.
Other countries we recommend that you ask the recipient to confirm the details their bank needs.
The most common requirements are:
Some countries may have additional requirements.
This information is subject to change. Kiwibank accepts no responsibility for errors or omissions.