China UnionPay Now Global – Send Direct to Cards Across Asia, Africa & Beyond
We’ve expanded our UnionPay payout network, unlocking more ways to send money quickly, securely, and directly to UnionPay cards worldwide. Whether you're transferring to China or further afield, Paysend gives you a smarter, faster and more flexible way to move money.
What is UnionPay and why does it matter?
UnionPay is a global payment network and the most widely used card scheme in China. But it’s not just limited to China UnionPay card holders anymore – with Paysend, you can now send money to UnionPay cards in 20+ countries including Vietnam, Kenya, Ghana, Indonesia, Jordan and more.
Faster, more reliable transfers
When you send money to UnionPay cards via Paysend, your recipient can receive the funds instantly or within a few hours. That means no bank queues, no delays and no stress.
A broader reach with global expansion
Paysend’s UnionPay card expansion supports payouts across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East – giving you access to more regions than many competitors. Whether you’re supporting family or friends, or giving them a well-deserved treat, Paysend has you covered. Scroll down for the full list of supported countries.
Low fees and great rates
With Paysend, you can enjoy a transparent pricing structure:
- Low, fixed fees (e.g. $1.99, £1, €1.50 or local equivalent)
- Competitive exchange rate options
- See all fees before you send
No surprises. No hidden costs. Just a better way to send money to UnionPay.
How to send money to UnionPay cards
Sending money to a UnionPay card is easy. Whether you're using the Paysend app or website, it only takes a few steps:
- Log in to your Paysend account. Sign up for free here.
- Select your recipient country
- Choose UnionPay or ‘bank card’ as the payout method
- Enter the recipient's card details and the amount
- Choose your funding method (bank account or bank card)
- Confirm and send
So next time you need to send money to a UnionPay card, think Paysend.
Download the Paysend app today and send direct to UnionPay cards – across Asia, Africa and beyond.
Full list of countries supported for UnionPay payouts:
- Australia
- Bangladesh
- Cambodia
- Sri Lanka
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Ghana
- Hong Kong
- Indonesia
- Jordan
- Kenya
- Macau
- Madagascar
- Malaysia
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Panama
- Philippines
- Rwanda
- Singapore
- Vietnam
- South Korea
- Thailand
- Kazakhstan
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