Back to school 2026: send money home fee-free with Paysend

Back-to-school season can be one of the times of year you feel furthest from the people you love. It's also one of the most expensive – school supplies, uniforms, tuition, and everyday essentials all add up at once. Many people help cover these costs by sending money internationally to family abroad. To support that, new Paysend customers get a fee-free first transfer at a better exchange rate during the back-to-school period.

Whether you're helping pay for school or everyday expenses, an international transfer can get support to the people who need it, when they need it. Paysend lets customers send money to more than 170 countries through secure, straightforward payment methods — here's how to sign up for free and claim the offer.

Why families send more money during back-to-school season

Term-time brings a cluster of costs that don't spread evenly across the year: tuition, school supplies, rent, everyday living expenses, and sometimes unplanned emergencies. For families supporting someone abroad, this is often the point in the year when a transfer matters most – it's rarely just pocket money, it's covering something specific and time-sensitive. Sending money home during this period helps families abroad meet those costs as they land, not after.

How Paysend's back-to-school offer can help

Paysend's back-to-school offer for 2026 is about keeping families close, even at a distance. New Paysend customers based in the EEA, Canada or the UK get a fee-free first transfer, plus a better exchange rate, from 14 August to 30 September 2026. There's no promotional code to enter — the offer applies automatically at checkout, and you'll see the full total and rate before you confirm. Full terms and eligibility apply.

How to send your first transfer

1. Sign up with Paysend, if you haven't already.
2. Select the destination country.
3. Add your recipient's details — bank account or card.
4. Enter the amount you want to send. The fee-free rate applies automatically.
5. Review the fee, exchange rate and total before confirming.
6. Confirm and send. Track your transfer in the app until it arrives.

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Sending and receiving your transfer

Paysend charges a low, flat fee for transfers — usually £1.99, €1.50, or the local equivalent — though costs vary by destination and payout method. You'll always see the fee and exchange rate upfront, before you confirm, so you know the total cost and how much your recipient will get. When you send your first transfer with Paysend during this offer, that fee is removed.

You can pay by debit card, credit card, bank transfer, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Recipients can receive money straight to a bank account, a bank card (Visa or Mastercard), or a digital wallet, depending on what's available in their country — check what's supported for your recipient directly in the app.

Many transfers arrive within minutes, though timing can depend on the receiving bank, the card issuer, and the destination country's banking systems. For back-to-school sends tied to a specific date — a term start, a fee deadline — it's worth sending a little ahead of time where possible.

Why many people choose a money transfer app

Sending money through a money transfer app means you can do it from home or on the go, and then track it as it moves, and choose from a range of payout methods depending on what the recipient needs. It's a straightforward way to transfer money online for family abroad without needing to visit a branch or wait in long queues.

One transfer, one less thing to worry about

For a lot of our customers, this transfer isn't routine — it's for someone specific: a child starting secondary school, a niece heading into her first year of university, a parent covering a sibling's fees back home. A fee-free first send, at a better rate, means more of your support gets to them, and you save a little too. Join the 12+ million Paysend customers supporting their families back home, today.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I send money internationally?

Sign up with Paysend, select the destination country, add your recipient's details, and enter the amount. You'll see the fee and rate before you confirm.

Can I send money for school fees abroad?

Yes. You can send money to support tuition, school supplies, or other education-related costs, the same way as any other transfer.

Is it safe to send money internationally with Paysend?

Yes. Paysend uses secure payment methods, and you'll always see the full fee and rate before a transfer is confirmed.

How long do international money transfers take?

Many arrive within minutes, though timing can depend on the receiving bank, card issuer, and destination country.

What information do I need to send money?

Your recipient's details — typically a bank account or card — and the amount you want to send.

What affects the exchange rate?

Exchange rates vary by destination and can move day to day. Paysend shows you the rate and total cost before you confirm, so there are no surprises.

Who qualifies for the back-to-school offer?

New Paysend customers based in the EEA, Canada or the UK, on their first transfer.

Do I need a promo code?

No. The offer applies automatically at checkout.

How long is the offer available?

From 14 August 2026 to 30 September 2026.

New customer offer. Valid from 14 August through 30 September 2026. Complete an international transfer from the UK, EEA or Canada, with no minimum spend required. One use per customer.  No promo code required. The promotional FX rates are applied automatically and reflect a discount on Paysend’s standard FX markup rate. FX rates are determined by Paysend at its sole discretion and may include a margin. Rates are subject to change. Third-party fees may apply. Not valid for same-currency transfers. T&Cs apply: https://paysend.com/marketing-tc.