Total Wireless, a no-contract wireless service provider powered by Verizon's 5G network, has announced an official partnership with Western Union to offer a money transfer benefit for its mobile customers. Starting today, customers with Total Wireless MAX 5G BYO, MAX 5G, and ALL ACCESS plans will receive a free monthly money transfer, covering the transaction fee to send funds to over 200 countries and territories through Western Union's global network.
This partnership sets a milestone in the industry, as Total Wireless becomes the only wireless provider in the United States offering a monthly money transfer as part of its plans. The benefit is designed to provide real value to customers, particularly those in underserved communities who frequently send money abroad. According to the company, millions of people in the United States send money overseas each year, averaging more than 12 transactions annually. By incorporating this benefit, Total Wireless aims to help families save on transfer fees, ensuring every dollar goes further.
“Total Wireless was built on the belief that a good wireless plan should do more for its customers,” said David Kim, president of Verizon Value. “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. We are proud to be the first to build with that in mind.”
The eligible plans range from $25 per month (MAX 5G BYO for customers who bring their own device) to $60 per month (ALL ACCESS) with auto-pay, and include features such as unlimited 5G data, unlimited hotspot, and unlimited international calling and texting to over 200 countries. All plans are backed by a five-year price guarantee that includes taxes and fees. The Western Union benefit offers one free money transfer per month with no transaction fee, accessible online at westernunion.com or through the Western Union app. Customers can send money to over 200 countries and territories, with delivery options including bank accounts, digital wallets, and cards through Western Union's network of over 360,000 payout locations.
The partnership also extends beyond the plan benefit, with Western Union co-promoting Total Wireless through its customer communication channels, including the Western Union app, email communications, social media, and in-store digital displays. “For generations, Western Union has helped people move money across borders because we understand what each transfer represents: not just dollars, but our mission to make financial services accessible to everyone,” said Jesse Mory, senior vice president of Strategic Partnerships at Western Union. “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, care for loved ones, and move money with confidence.”
This announcement highlights a growing trend of wireless carriers integrating financial services into their offerings, potentially impacting how consumers choose their mobile plans. For customers who regularly send remittances, this benefit could result in significant savings on transaction fees, making Total Wireless plans more attractive. The move also underscores the importance of catering to diverse customer needs, particularly for those in immigrant communities who rely on affordable connectivity and money transfer services.
