How to send money to Colombia: Improved wallet delivery with Nequi
Paysend makes sending money to Colombia fast, secure and hassle-free. With Nequi, one of Colombia’s most widely used digital wallets, your loved ones can receive money straight to their cell. Whether you’re supporting family, sending a gift or handling financial responsibilities, Nequi offers a reliable and seamless way to transfer funds.
If you’ve ever wondered how to send money to Colombia from the USA or another country, Paysend makes it simple with just a few steps.
Why send money to Nequi with Paysend?
Since launching transfers to Nequi in November 2024, we've made several improvements to make sending money to Colombia even better:
- Fast transfers – Transactions can now be processed straight away or within the same business day, meaning your loved ones get their money quicker.
- Better exchange rates – The exchange rate has been improved, which means the recipient will receive more Colombian pesos (COP) per dollar sent compared to before.
- Simplified checkout process – No more recipient ID requirements, making transfers faster and reducing unnecessary steps.
- Seamless experience – Sending money to Nequi is now more efficient and convenient, allowing recipients to use their funds for payments, purchases or cash withdrawals.
These updates make it easier than ever to support family and friends in Colombia with Paysend.
How to send money from the US to Colombia from using Nequi
With Paysend, transferring funds to Colombia is simple:
- Log into your Paysend account
- Select ‘Send’ and then search for Colombia as your destination
- Paysend allows transfers to over 120 countries. - Choose ‘To a digital wallet’ as the delivery method
- Transfers to Nequi are paid out in COP. - Enter your recipient’s details
- Wallet name: Select ‘Nequi’.
- Phone number: Enter the cell number linked to their Nequi account.
- Recipient name: Must match exactly as it appears on their ID.
- Relationship: Confirm your relationship to the recipient. - Select the amount to send
- The Paysend app will show the exact amount your recipient will receive, paid out in COP. - Choose your payment method
- Options include Apple Pay, Google Pay, bank accounts and debit cards. - Confirm and send
- Review the details and complete your transfer. Your recipient will be notified when the funds are available.
How much does it cost to send money to Nequi in Colombia?
Paysend keeps transfers affordable with a flat fee of just $1.99, regardless of the sending amount. With transparent fees and improved exchange rates, you always know exactly how much your recipient will receive.
With Nequi, sending money to Colombia is easy. Whether your loved ones are covering daily expenses, saving or making purchases, they can access funds instantly – without waiting in line at a bank.
Join millions of customers using Paysend for fast and secure transfers to Colombia.
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