Money Transfer

Getting Started

How do I send a money transfer from the BOSS Money app?

Simply go to the All Services screen and tap Send Money to get started.

After selecting a recipient or country and the amount you want to send, you’ll need to select how the funds should be delivered and enter your payment method (debit or credit card).

Once we receive your order, we will review and process it, then notify you with a text message, push notification and/or email when the money is available for your recipient. The current status of your order will always be displayed on the Activity screen.

If you would like to repeat a previous money transfer, go to the Activity screen and tap on a completed order. Your recipient's information will be automatically filled in, so you're only a few taps from sending more money.

How much does it cost to send a money transfer?

After you select a recipient or country and the amount you wish to send, you will see the transfer fee and exchange rate that apply to your money transfer. You will also see any special offers that are available.

The transfer fee amount is determined by how much money you are sending and how you are paying for your order. If you are paying with a credit card, instead of a debit card, the fee will be higher. Please note that fees, exchange rates and offers are subject to change without notice and can vary by amount and country.

If you are a new money transfer customer, you are eligible for a special promotion: Your first money transfer up to $300 is free.

When will the money get to my recipient?

No one likes waiting, and that's why we are committed to delivering funds to your recipient as quickly as possible. Most transfers are available in minutes.

For more information about delivery times, please use these links:

You will receive notifications when the status of your order changes, and you can also check the Activity screen for updates. Factors that may affect transfer time are holidays, delivery method, time zones, agent hours and required review process.

How do I check the status of a money transfer?

The Activity screen shows your most recent transactions, from newest to oldest. You will see the recipient’s name and country, as well as the delivery method, amount sent and order status.

If you don't see the money transfer you're looking for, use the Search at the top of the Activity screen.

How do I know when my money transfer was completed?

On the Activity screen, completed money transfers will show a green check mark and the date and time the funds were paid out to the recipient or received by the recipient’s bank (for a bank deposit).

You will also receive a text message, push notification and/or email when the funds have been paid out.

If you don't see the order you're looking for, use the Search at the top of the Activity screen.

What recipient information do I need to send a money transfer?

You will need your recipient’s full name as it is listed on their official identification or bank account. Depending on the delivery method you choose, you may also need to provide your recipient’s bank account number, street address or mobile phone number.

Do I need to provide personal identification to send a money transfer?

To authenticate your identity and comply with government regulations, we may ask you to provide your driver's license and/or other supporting documents to complete your order. 

If such information is needed, we will notify you via email or phone call during the order process or soon after you have submitted your order.

Is there a limit to the amount of money I can send?

The minimum amount is $10 and the maximum is $2,999.

There may be other limitations that lower the maximum amount based on the recipient’s country or the delivery method you select.

How does my recipient receive the money?

We offer different delivery options depending on the destination country and our in-country partners. Options include:

On the All Services screen, tap Send Money and then select a country and the amount you are sending to see the available delivery options.

What could cause my transaction to be delayed or canceled?

We are committed to delivering money to your recipient as quickly as possible. Most transfers are available in minutes, but delays sometimes happen.

Here are some reasons why a transaction may be delayed or canceled by BOSS Money:

  • Need for additional information or identification from the sender
  • Compliance or fraud prevention reviews
  • System unavailability or maintenance
  • Insufficient funds in sender’s account
  • Days and hours of operation, including bank holidays
  • Account suspension

In your recipient’s country, there may be delays related to payment partners (including banks, cash pickup locations, mobile wallet operators and disbursement service providers) and their business procedures:

  • Identification requirements
  • Days and hours of operation, including bank holidays
  • Currency availability
  • Delivery restrictions
  • Regulatory review
  • System unavailability or maintenance
  • The amount of funds your recipient has recently received

Delivery Methods: Bank Deposit

What is a bank deposit?

When you select Bank Deposit as a delivery method, the funds you send will be deposited directly into your recipient’s bank account.

To select Bank Deposit, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the All Services screen and tap Send Money
  2. Select a recipient or country and enter the amount you want to send
  3. On the Delivery Method screen, select Bank Deposit
  4. Select your recipient's bank and enter your recipient’s bank account information
  5. Select a payment method and submit your order

You can track the status of your money transfer on the Activity screen.

What is the fee for sending a bank deposit?

After you select the amount you want to send, the transfer fee will be shown in the order details at the bottom of the Delivery Method screen.

The fee amount is determined by how much money you are sending and how you are paying for your order. If you are paying with a credit card, instead of a debit card, the fee will be higher.

If you are a new money transfer customer, you are eligible for a special promotion: Your first money transfer up to $300 is free.

Where can I send a bank deposit to?

To find out if you can send a bank deposit to your recipient, go to the All Services screen and tap Send Money. Then select your recipient or a country and the amount you want to send.

On the Delivery Method screen, you will see if Bank Deposit is an option. For a list of banks you can send to, tap Bank Deposit and then Select bank. Be sure to use the search feature if you don't see your recipient's bank in the list.

How long do bank deposits take to complete?

After approving your money transfer order, we release the funds to the destination bank within minutes.

Please note that the bank must then deposit those funds into your recipient's account. Depending on the bank, this funding process could take minutes or several business days to complete.

On the app's Activity screen, the "Completed" status for a bank deposit refers to when the destination bank acknowledged receipt of the funds — not when the bank made those funds available in your recipient's account.

Why was my bank deposit rejected or canceled?

If your bank deposit was rejected or canceled by the recipient's bank, the most likely reason is that you tried to send US dollars (USD) and your recipient's account is in a different currency.

To avoid this problem, you should always send the same currency as your recipient’s bank account. For example, be sure you are sending Dominican pesos (DOP) to a bank account in the Dominican Republic.

Another common reason for cancellation is that the recipient information you entered does not match the information at the destination bank. To prevent this, please be sure to enter your recipient's full name exactly how it appears on their bank account.

Can I send US dollars (USD) to a bank account?

You should send the same currency as your recipient’s bank account.

If the account is in local currency and you send US dollars (USD), your money transfer will most likely be rejected by the bank.

If the receiving bank does accept US dollars, they will apply their own currency conversion rate and may also charge your recipient a fee. This means your recipient will end up with less money. It is best to send the currency that matches the bank account.

Can I cancel a bank deposit?

Once a transaction has been set up as a bank deposit, we will do our best to process your cancellation request; however, if the funds have already been deposited in your recipient's bank account, your order cannot be canceled.

To request a cancellation, go to the Activity screen and tap the money transfer you would like to cancel. At the bottom of the transaction details screen, press the Cancel button.

Please note that pressing the Cancel button does not guarantee that your money transfer will be cancelled.

Delivery Methods: Cash Pickup

What is cash pickup?

When you select Cash Pickup as a delivery method, your recipient will be able to collect cash directly from an authorized location or office in their area.

To select Cash Pickup, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the All Services screen and tap Send Money
  2. Select a recipient or country and enter the amount you want to send
  3. On the Delivery Method screen, select Cash Pickup
  4. Select a pickup location, then enter recipient information
  5. Select a payment method and submit your order

You can track the status of your money transfer on the Activity screen.

What is the fee for cash pickup?

After you select the amount you want to send, the transfer fee will be shown in the order details at the bottom of the Delivery Method screen.

The fee amount is determined by how much money you are sending and how you are paying for your order. If you are paying with a credit card, instead of a debit card, the fee will be higher.

If you are a new money transfer customer, you are eligible for a special promotion: Your first money transfer up to $300 is free.

When will the cash be ready for pickup?

Cash pickups are usually available within minutes.

You will receive notifications when the status of your money transfer order changes, and you can also check the Activity screen for updates.

How will my recipient know when the money is ready for pickup?

In most cases, your recipient will receive an SMS text message when the money is ready for pickup.

This will depend on which payer you select (since not all payers send notifications) and if your recipient has given permission to receive SMS text messages on their phone.

When you are setting up your money transfer in the app, make sure that you have entered your recipient's mobile phone number correctly and have included the country code and city code.

What information does my recipient need to collect their cash?

Your recipient will need a valid photo ID that shows their full legal name. The name on the ID must match the name you supplied when you submitted the order. It is important to make sure the recipient name you enter matches your recipient’s ID exactly, otherwise your recipient may not be able to collect the cash.

In some cases, your recipient will also need a transaction reference number or pickup number. This will have been sent to your recipient by the payer via SMS text message once the cash is available for pickup. Be sure you have correctly entered your recipient’s mobile phone number when you submit the order.

You will also receive the pickup number, so you can share it with your recipient if they do not receive it directly on their phone.

Will my recipient be charged a fee for collecting cash?

Certain destinations or payers may impose taxes, fees, and/or tariffs when your recipient receives — or has access to — the transferred funds.

Why was my recipient unable to collect their cash?

If your recipient is having difficulty collecting their cash, please ensure the following:

  • They are at the correct cash pickup location or office
  • They have a valid form of ID
  • The name on the ID matches the name you submitted on the order
  • They have the correct transaction reference number or pickup number (if required)

Why do some countries not offer cash pickup?

There are some countries where we cannot offer cash pickup due to regulatory or commercial reasons.

On the All Services screen, just tap Send Money and then select a country and the amount you are sending to see the available delivery options.

Delivery Methods: Home Delivery

What is home delivery?

When you select Home Delivery as a delivery method, an authorized delivery courier or agent will bring cash to your recipient’s home address.

Please note that home delivery service is only available for the Dominican Republic.

To select Home Delivery, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the All Services screen and tap Send Money
  2. Select a recipient or country and enter the amount you want to send
  3. On the Delivery Method screen, select Home Delivery
  4. Select a delivery courier, then enter recipient information
  5. Select a payment method and submit your order

You can track the status of your money transfer on the Activity screen.

What is the fee for home delivery?

After you select the amount you want to send, the transfer fee will be shown in the order details at the bottom of the Delivery Method screen.

The fee amount is determined by how much money you are sending and how you are paying for your order. If you are paying with a credit card, instead of a debit card, the fee will be higher.

If you are a new money transfer customer, you are eligible for a special promotion: Your first money transfer up to $300 is free.

When will the money be delivered to my recipient?

Home delivery funds are usually available in the destination country within 30 minutes. Our in-country partner will call your recipient to coordinate a delivery time.

When you are setting up your money transfer in the app, make sure that you have entered your recipient's mobile phone number correctly and have included the country code and city code.

You will receive notifications when the status of your order changes, and you can also check the Activity screen for updates.

What information does my recipient need to collect the money?

Your recipient will need a valid photo ID that shows their full name. The name on the ID must match the name you supplied when you submitted the order. It is important to make sure the recipient name you enter matches your recipient’s ID exactly, because the delivery courier will only release funds to the person named on the transaction receipt.

In some cases, your recipient will also need a transaction reference number. This will have been sent to your recipient by SMS. Be sure you have correctly entered your recipient’s mobile phone number when you submit the order.

You will also receive the transaction reference number, so you can share it with your recipient if they do not receive it directly on their phone.

Will my recipient be charged for home delivery?

No. Your recipient will not be charged a fee for the delivery.

Delivery Methods: Mobile Money / Mobile Wallet

What is mobile money?

Mobile money (also referred to as a mobile wallet) is an electronic service available in many countries that allows users to store, send and receive money using their mobile phone. It is a popular alternative to traditional bank accounts and can be used on both smartphones and basic feature phones.

To select Mobile Money as a delivery method, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the All Services screen and tap Send Money
  2. Select a recipient or country and enter the amount you want to send
  3. On the Delivery Method screen, select Mobile Money Transfer
  4. Select a mobile network operator, then enter recipient information
  5. Select a payment method and submit your order

You can track the status of your money transfer on the Activity screen.

How does mobile money work?

Mobile money (also known as a mobile wallet) stores funds in a secure account linked to a mobile phone number. In most cases the account number will be the same as the mobile phone number, but not always.

Before sending funds to a mobile money account, please check with your recipient to determine the correct mobile phone number to use for a money transfer.

What is the fee for sending to a mobile money account?

After you select the amount you want to send, the transfer fee will be shown in the order details at the bottom of the Delivery Method screen.

The fee amount is determined by how much money you are sending and how you are paying for your order. If you are paying with a credit card, instead of a debit card, the fee will be higher.

If you are a new money transfer customer, you are eligible for a special promotion: Your first money transfer up to $300 is free.

When will mobile money funds be available?

After your order is accepted and your payment is verified, funds are usually available within minutes. If we need additional information from you to complete your order, we will contact you directly via email or phone call.

You will receive notifications when the status of your order changes, and you can also check the Activity screen for updates.

Can mobile money funds be recovered if they were sent to an incorrect phone number?

We recommend confirming that you have correctly entered your recipient's mobile phone number before submitting your transaction.

Once the transaction has been paid into a mobile wallet, it is very unlikely that the funds can be recovered.

What can my recipient do with mobile money?

Most mobile money services allow users to:

  • Cash out at authorized agents (a fee may be charged by the cash-out location)
  • Transfer funds to anyone in-country who has a mobile money account
  • Top up their own or someone else’s mobile phone
  • Pay for utility bills and certain goods and services

Is mobile money secure?

In most countries, funds in a mobile money account are protected by financial regulations similar to those that protect traditional bank accounts.

A mobile money transaction requires the user to enter a PIN before it is completed, and a record of the account balance and all transactions is maintained, so the user’s funds are kept safe in case the phone is lost or stolen.

How can my recipient get a mobile money account?

Mobile money accounts are primarily offered by mobile phone service providers or by banks. To get an account, your recipient will need to visit an authorized provider in their area, complete the necessary application forms and present a valid form of identification.

Account Number Validation

I'm getting an error: "The account number you entered is not valid." What does this mean?

If you are seeing this error, the likely reason is that you have typed the account number incorrectly or that your recipient has not provided you with the correct account number.

I'm sure the account number is correct. Why am I seeing an error message?

If you have verified the account number with your recipient and have typed it correctly, then there is likely an issue with the bank account. For example:

  • The account is not registered with the bank to accept international money transfers
  • The currency you are sending does not match the currency of the bank account (for example, you are trying to send USD to an account in Guatemala that holds GTQ)
  • The account cannot accept any type of international money transfer

Ask your recipient to check with their bank to find out why the account cannot receive money transfers. If possible, to complete your money transfer use another delivery method, such as Cash Pickup.

Canceling a Money Transfer

How do I cancel a money transfer?

To request a cancellation, go to the Activity screen and tap the money transfer you would like to cancel. At the bottom of the transaction details screen, tap the Cancel button.

We will do our best to process your cancellation, but if the funds have already been released for payment to your recipient, your order cannot be canceled.

How do I know if my money transfer has been canceled?

On the Activity screen, the order status will show as “Canceled” and you will receive confirmation in a text message, push notification and/or email.

How long does it take to get a refund after a cancellation?

After you receive confirmation that we have successfully canceled your money transfer order, please allow 2 to 5 business days for the refund to be posted with your financial institution or on your credit/debit card.

Note that it could take up to 10 business days depending on your bank.

The refund will be issued to the same account you used to pay for your money transfer. In most cases, both the original charge and your refund will show up on your bank/card statement. Sometimes, the original charge will just be removed.

What if I haven't received my refund after 10 business days?

If it's been more than 10 business days and you have not received your refund, please follow these steps:

  1. Check the transaction status on the BOSS Money app or the BOSS Revolution online account center to confirm that the transfer has been canceled.
  2. Make sure the original charge still appears on your bank or card account.
  3. If the original charge is on your account and there’s no corresponding refund, please call customer support at 1-888-979-2677. We will confirm the refund was issued, and provide an ARN number (a reference number associated with the refund) that you can use when calling your financial institution at the phone number on the back of your card.
  4. If your financial institution can't locate the refund, contact us.

Dominican Republic — Home Delivery

When will Caribe Express deliver the funds to my recipient?

Please note that Caribe Express will only deliver funds if they have been able to directly contact your recipient by phone.

To ensure delivery, please ask your recipient to contact Caribe Express at 809-221-5418.

Payment Methods

Debit & Credit Cards

What cards can I use for payment?

Debit Cards: We accept most debit cards issued by Visa or Mastercard. Prepaid debit cards from any card issuer cannot be used to send money transfers.

Credit Cards: We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

Please note: If your credit card issuer classifies money transfers as cash advances, they may charge you an additional fee.

Are there any extra fees for paying with a debit or credit card?

Debit Cards: There are no extra fees for paying with a debit card.

Credit Cards: Some credit card issuers classify money transfers as cash advances and may charge you an additional fee. (This fee is charged by your credit card issuer, not by BOSS Revolution.)

Please check your cardholder terms and conditions if you are not sure if this type of fee will apply to your money transfer.

Why was my card not accepted?

If your debit or credit card was not accepted for payment, please check the following:

  • Your card number, expiration date and verification code are entered correctly
  • Your address is entered exactly as it appears in your billing statement

If your card information is correct and you are still unable to complete a transaction, please try using a different debit or credit card.

I entered my card information correctly. Why was my card declined?

If you submit an order and your card is declined, please contact your card issuer or bank. They will be able to provide information about the status of your card and account.

To complete your order, please try using a different debit or credit card.