# Payouts by Western Union

If Western Union is available for your country or region, it’ll be shown as an option when you [add a payout method](/content/account-settings/payments/payout-methods/index.html).

## Setting up Western Union for your payout

- If you choose Western Union, enter your name exactly as it appears on your government ID, including first, middle, and last names
- Avoid using special characters, apostrophes, or hyphens in your name
- Your official ID must match your account info to collect your payout

## How to collect your payout

Once your [payout method is active](/content/help/article/1342/index.html), Airbnb will send your payments to Western Union. After Airbnb releases the payout, the payout line will be updated in your [transaction history](/content/users/transaction_history/index.html) and you’ll receive a unique confirmation number (called an MTCN) in an email. Use this MTCN to pick up your money at a Western Union Quick Cash agent location.

Important: Western Union payouts expire after 90 days if not collected.

## Fees and conditions

- **Western Union processing fee**: $10 USD is deducted from each transaction.
- **Minimum payout**: You must accumulate at least $60 USD before funds can be sent. You can choose to set a [higher minimum payout amount](/content/help/article/824/index.html) if you prefer.
- **Maximum payout**: The maximum per Western Union transaction is $2000 USD. Larger payouts will be split into multiple transactions, with only $2000 processed per day.
- **Currency**: Funds are sent in USD. Western Union determines the exchange rate to your local currency.
- **Additional fees**: Your local government may charge extra fees, which are not set by Airbnb.

## Stay safe

Always [communicate, book, and pay through Airbnb](/content/help/article/209/index.html). If you receive a suspicious message, report it to Airbnb through your message thread or [contact support directly](/content/help/contact_us/index.html).