International money transfers made easy: Cash pickup locations in Mexico at Elektra and Banco Azteca
Paysend offers multiple ways to transfer money to Mexico, including cash pickup at Elektra and Banco Azteca, two of Mexico’s most popular and convenient cash pickup networks. With over 1,900 locations available, it’s easy for your recipient to collect cash at a time and place that suits them. Whether you’re supporting loved ones or sending a special gift, Elektra and Banco Azteca provide secure and reliable cash pickup services across Mexico.
If you’re wondering how to transfer money from the USA to Mexico, Paysend has you covered with a wide network of cash pickup points. Here’s how you can make a transfer and take advantage of our extensive network.
Step-by-step guide: How to transfer money to Mexico for cash pickup
- Log in via the Paysend app or official website and select Mexico as the country where you’d like to send money. Don’t have an account? There’s no cost to sign up! Sign up here.
- Select ‘Cash pickup’ as your delivery method. This will give your recipient access to pick up at Elektra or Banco Azteca, along with other brands. Paysend provides access to over 12,500 pickup locations across Mexico.
- Select the pickup brand.
- With Elektra and Banco Azteca, your recipient has access to over 1,900 locations across Mexico, operating from 9 am to 9 pm. Elektra money transfers to Mexico are fast, secure, and convenient. Your recipient can easily pick up the cash using an official photo ID.
- Other available cash pickup locations include Walmart, 7-Eleven, Farmacias Guadalajara, Banorte, Caja Popular Mexicana, Telecomm Telegrafos, Woolworth, Farmacias Isseg, and Caja Popular la Huasteca.
- Enter your recipient's details. Input the recipient’s full name – this must match the recipient's ID that will be presented at pickup – to ensure a smooth transfer. You’ll also need to provide their city and state.
- Enter the amount you want to send. Decide how much you’d like to transfer – you will then be informed how much the recipient will receive.
- Provide your payment information. You can pay for your transfer with a debit or credit card by entering your card details, or use Digital Wallets - whichever is more convenient for you.
- Confirm and send. Review the transaction details, confirm everything looks good, and send the money. It’s that simple! Transfers are processed within minutes. We will send your money in real-time, but it could take up to three business days depending on your recipient's bank
Cash pickup instructions for your recipient in Mexico
To receive the cash, your recipient must follow these steps:
- Visit the chosen location: The recipient must go to a branch of the exact partner brand you selected when sending the money (e.g. if you chose Elektra, they must go to Elektra or Banco Azteca; if you chose 7-Eleven, they must go to a 7-Eleven).
- Present the Pickup Code: Once the transaction is ready, you’ll receive a pickup code in the transaction details. Make sure to share this code with your recipient, as they’ll need to provide it at the location.
- Provide a valid Photo ID: Your recipient will need to present an official ID such as a Mexican IFE (Instituto Federal Electoral) or a passport (foreign or Mexican) to complete the pickup.
Why choose Paysend for your money transfers to Mexico?
Paysend’s platform makes it simple to transfer money from the USA to Mexico, ensuring that your funds arrive quickly and securely. Whether you prefer to transfer money to a Mexico bank account*, bank card or use one of our cash pickup points, Paysend provides the flexibility and reliability you need.
With Paysend, you can make online money transfers to Mexico in minutes, whether you’re transferring funds to support family, or sending a surprise gift. Our system is designed for ease of use, reliability, and quick delivery, so you always know your money is in safe hands.
*We will send your money in real-time, but it could take up to 3 business days depending on your recipient's bank
Prefer other ways to send to Mexico? Paysend also offers multiple reliable options across Mexico.
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