Total Wireless, a no-contract wireless service provider powered by Verizon's 5G network, has announced an official partnership with Western Union to offer free monthly money transfers as a benefit in select phone plans. Starting today, customers with Total Wireless MAX 5G BYO, MAX 5G, and ALL ACCESS plans will receive one free money transfer per month, covering the transaction fee. This marks the first time a U.S. carrier has included such a feature, allowing customers to send funds to over 200 countries and territories through Western Union's global network.
The partnership is designed to address the financial realities of communities that have historically been underserved. Millions of people in the United States send money abroad annually, averaging more than 12 transactions per year. By incorporating the money transfer benefit, Total Wireless aims to help families save on transfer fees, ensuring that every dollar goes further. David Kim, president of Verizon Value, stated, 'Total Wireless was built on the belief that a good wireless plan should do more for its customers. 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.'
The benefit is available on plans ranging from $25 per month (MAX 5G BYO for customers who bring their own device) to $60 per month (ALL ACCESS) with auto-pay. These plans include unlimited 5G data, unlimited hotspot, unlimited international calling and texting to over 200 countries, and a five-year price guarantee that includes taxes and fees. The Western Union benefit provides one free money transfer per month with no transaction fee, accessible online at westernunion.com or through the Western Union app. Funds can be sent 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 extends beyond the plan benefit, as Western Union will co-promote Total Wireless through its customer communication channels, including the Western Union app, email, social media, and in-store digital displays. Jesse Mory, senior vice president of Strategic Partnerships at Western Union, said, '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. 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 initiative is part of Total Wireless's broader commitment to offering value and supporting communities. The company is a brand within the Verizon Value prepaid portfolio, which includes Straight Talk, Visible, Tracfone, and others. Total Wireless operates 2,000 exclusive stores nationwide and provides plans with access to Verizon's 5G Ultra-Wideband network. The inclusion of Western Union money transfers represents a significant step in integrating financial services into telecommunications, potentially setting a new standard for no-contract wireless providers.
