Hello there, asking for advice regarding money transfers to the EU (Austria). I have been sending money to my daughter (just small amounts, less than EUR 800 every other month) via Western Union without any problems. Last Thursday they suddenly declined and asked me to fill in a document requiring the birth certificate of my daughter, my pension certificate and what not. I find that a bit too much, especially given the fact that they accept payments into Thailand without much ado. Anybody knows a way around or a better option to send money to the EU? My bank, Krungsri, is asking horrendous fees.
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An expat in Thailand seeking to send money to their daughter in Austria is facing challenges with Western Union, which recently requested excessive documentation for transfers. This has prompted the search for alternative methods. Suggestions from the community include using money transfer services like Wise, Revolut, XE, and Deemoney—each noted for lower fees compared to traditional banking methods. Users also mention potential issues with documentation requirements for services like Wise, but several express satisfaction with low fees and reliability. Additional queries about the banking system in Austria and transfer logistics from Thailand were raised.