{"id":2332,"date":"2023-12-22T09:00:11","date_gmt":"2023-12-22T02:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/easylink.id\/?p=2332"},"modified":"2025-05-21T10:28:48","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T03:28:48","slug":"how-to-receive-money-transfers-from-abroad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/easylink.id\/en\/cara-menerima-transfer-uang-dari-luar-negeri\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Easy Ways to Receive Money Transfers from Abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are many ways to receive money transfers from abroad easily, with various methods you can choose from. One of the options you can utilize is through Western Union, which has a wide international reach.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Receive Money Transfers from Abroad<\/b>
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1. Bank BRI<\/b><\/h3>\n

In addition to Western Union, you can receive money from abroad through Bank BRI, which offers the BRIfast remittance service with the swift code <\/a><\/span>BRINIDJAXXX. <\/b>You can directly deposit the money into a BRI account or another bank account, or withdraw it in cash by following these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Show your ID card or passport as identification.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Fill out the money receipt form.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Provide the name of the sender, the amount of money sent, and the transfer code given by the sender.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Visit the nearest BRI branch and provide the sender's address.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Withdraw the received funds.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    2. Western Union<\/b><\/h3>\n

    To receive money via Western Union, follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. Visit the official Western Union website.<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Enter the reference number provided by the sender to track the transfer.<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Then, go to a Western Union office with your identification document.<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. Fill out the receipt form as proof of receiving the money from abroad.<\/span><\/li>\n
    5. Finally, collect the transferred funds.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Read Also: What Is a Remittance? Here\u2019s an Explanation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

      3. BCA Bank<\/b><\/h3>\n

      BCA Bank also offers a way to receive money transfers from abroad. Here are the steps:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      1. Visit your nearest BCA branch.<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. Please present an identification document, such as a passport or ID card.<\/span><\/li>\n
      3. Fill out the money receipt form by entering the sender's name, the amount sent, and the sender's transfer code.<\/span><\/li>\n
      4. The fees charged will vary depending on the type of transaction you choose.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        4. PayPal<\/b><\/h3>\n

        If you have a PayPal account, you can also receive money transfers from abroad through this digital platform. Here are the steps:<\/span><\/p>\n

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        1. Open the PayPal website or app.<\/span><\/li>\n
        2. Select the \u201cPayPal Balance\u201d option.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n
        3. Click \u201cWithdraw Money.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n
        4. Select the destination account you want.<\/span><\/li>\n
        5. Specify the amount of money you want to withdraw.<\/span><\/li>\n
        6. Click \u201ctransfer\u201d and check the transaction history for the recipient\u2019s bank account.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Read Also: How to Transfer Money Abroad Safely and Cheaply<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

          5. BNI Bank<\/b><\/h3>\n

          To receive a money transfer from abroad through Bank BNI, follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n

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          1. Find the BNI branch closest to your location. Make sure you have identification documents such as an ID card or passport, as well as the details of the transfer you are expecting to receive.<\/span><\/li>\n
          2. Fill Out the Cash Receipt Form<\/span><\/li>\n
          3. Information Verification<\/span><\/li>\n
          4. Once verification is complete, the funds will be available for withdrawal. You can choose whether to withdraw the funds in cash or have them credited to your BNI Bank account<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            6. Seven Bank<\/b><\/h3>\n

            To receive a money transfer from abroad through Seven Bank, follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n

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            1. Visit Seven Bank During Business Hours: Be sure to visit Seven Bank during its regular business hours.<\/span><\/li>\n
            2. Make sure you have received the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) and other information from the sender. The MTCN will be used to identify your transfer.<\/span><\/li>\n
            3. Visit a Seven Bank Branch<\/span><\/li>\n
            4. Provide the MTCN code to the bank teller. This code will help the teller identify your transfer.<\/span><\/li>\n
            5. Please fill in all the required information in accordance with Seven Bank\u2019s applicable terms and conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n
            6. Follow the instructions provided by the bank teller to complete the process of receiving money from Seven Bank.<\/span><\/li>\n
            7. Once all the procedures are complete, wait until the funds from your transfer are received.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              How Much Does It Cost to Receive a Payment from Overseas?<\/b><\/h2>\n

              The fees for receiving money transfers from abroad can vary depending on various factors, such as the bank or service used, the currency, the amount of money, the method of receipt, and the country of origin of the transfer. These include fixed fees, currency conversion fees, fees based on the amount received, and regulations that differ from country to country.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

              Read Also: 6 Ways to Transfer Money From Abroad to Indonesia<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

              It\u2019s important to always check the applicable rates and fees at the bank or service you\u2019re using before accepting a money transfer, and you may also want to consider international money transfer services like Wise or EasyLink, which offer lower and more transparent fees.<\/span><\/p>\n

              Tips for Avoiding High Fees When Receiving Money from Overseas<\/b><\/h2>\n

              To avoid high fees when receiving money transfers from abroad, you may want to ask the sender to use a service <\/span>Easylink<\/span>. Easylink supports money transfers to more than 170+ countries.<\/span><\/p>\n

              EasyLink has also obtained a license from Bank Indonesia, which guarantees the security of all transactions. Try it now and use the service send money abroad<\/a> with <\/span>Easylink<\/span> to see just how affordable this service is.<\/span><\/p>\n

              Tips for Receiving Money from Overseas<\/b><\/h2>\n

              Here are a few tips to keep in mind when receiving a money transfer from abroad:<\/span><\/p>\n