Total Wireless, a no-contract wireless service provider powered by Verizon's 5G network, has announced an official partnership with Western Union to offer free monthly money transfers for customers on select plans. This industry-first benefit is available starting today for customers with Total Wireless MAX 5G BYO, MAX 5G, and ALL ACCESS plans, allowing them to send funds to over 200 countries and territories through Western Union's global network without transaction fees.
The partnership addresses the financial realities of communities that have historically been underserved, as millions of people in the United States send money abroad each year, averaging more than 12 transactions annually. By including the transfer fee in the plan, Total Wireless aims to help families save money and ensure every dollar goes further. David Kim, president of Verizon Value, stated, 'Total Wireless was built on the belief that a good wireless plan should do more for its customers. Incorporating a Western Union money transfer into our plans reflects something we deeply believe: no one should have to choose between staying connected and caring for their loved ones.'
The benefit is seamlessly integrated into select premium plans, which range from $25 per month for MAX 5G BYO (with auto-pay) to $60 per month for ALL ACCESS. These plans include unlimited 5G data, unlimited hotspot, and unlimited international calling and texting to over 200 countries, all backed by a five-year price guarantee that includes taxes and fees. Customers can access the free money transfer via westernunion.com or the Western Union app, with funds deliverable to bank accounts, digital wallets, and cards at over 360,000 payout locations worldwide.
The partnership extends beyond the plan benefit, as Western Union will co-promote Total Wireless through its customer communication channels, including the Western Union app, email, social media, and in-store digital displays. Jesse Mory, senior vice president of Strategic Partnerships at Western Union, commented, 'For generations, Western Union has helped people move money across borders because we understand what each transfer represents. By partnering with Total Wireless, we make it easier for customers to support those who depend on them, turning an everyday wireless plan into a more meaningful way to stay connected.'
This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the telecommunications industry, as Total Wireless becomes the only wireless provider in the United States to offer a monthly money transfer as part of its plans. The initiative reflects a growing trend of carriers integrating financial services to meet the needs of their customer base, particularly those with ties to international communities.
