Send cash quickly and easily through the BOSS Money cash pickup service

Need to send money fast? With the cash pickup service from BOSS Money, your recipient can collect their funds in minutes from thousands of trusted partner locations around the world. 

Whether you’re helping out family back home or covering an urgent bill, this service makes sure your money gets where it needs to go quickly and securely. 

The best part? No need for a bank account—just a debit or credit card to get started. Use the app or website to send money, choose Cash Pickup as your delivery method, and we’ll handle the rest. 

How to send money for cash pickup

Sending money only takes a few steps through our website or the BOSS Money app. Note that the app is currently only available in the U.S.

1. Download the BOSS Money app. You can also visit our website to create your account.

2. Select the destination country. Then, enter the amount you want to send. The app displays the fee, exchange rate, and the exact amount the recipient will receive.  

3. Choose “Cash Pickup” as the delivery method. Choose from hundreds of thousands of available payout locations worldwide.

4. Pay using a debit or credit card. After payment, wait for the cash pickup number.

5. Share the cash pickup number with the recipient. Track the status of your transfer within the BOSS Money app or via push notifications, email, or SMS. Funds are usually ready for pickup within minutes.

Where can you send money for cash pickup?

The availability of cash pickup services depends on the destination country. To check if the option is available:

1. Visit the BOSS Money transfer page.  

2. Select the destination country. BOSS Money lets you transfer money to countries in Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa, and South Asia. Just this year, BOSS Money remittance services expanded to three new countries¹: Venezuela, Brazil, and Eritrea. 

3. Review the available delivery methods and select Cash Pickup. For example, if you’re sending money to Mexico, popular cash pickup service partners in the country include:
   - ELEKTRA
   - Banorte
   - Chedraui
   - BBVA Bancomer
   - Farmacias Guadalajara
   - Telecom
   - Soriana

With so many trusted partners, your recipient is never far from a cash pickup location. 

How to find a nearby pickup location

Want to make things extra convenient for your recipient? Help them find the closest cash pickup point:

1. Search by country or city name on the transfer page.

2. Browse the list of available pickup partners.

3. Choose a location close to your recipient’s home or work. 

Prefer delivery? Try the cash pickup and delivery service

In select locations, you can opt for cash pickup and delivery service. This means your recipient doesn’t have to leave home—the money comes to them.

To check if home delivery is available:

1. Choose the recipient’s country.

2. Check the delivery options.

3. If available, select Home Delivery when setting up your transfer.

You’ll need to provide your recipient’s full address and contact number. Don’t forget to share the transaction reference number and remind them to have a government-issued ID ready.

Transfer limits

How much can you send through BOSS Money? 

You can send up to $2,999 per transaction, but limits may vary depending on the country, pickup location, local regulations, and the maximum amount set by banks and establishments. Note that the minimum amount you can send in one transaction is $10.

Here’s a quick look at sample limits from a few partners:

Tips for safe money transfers and cash pickup

Follow these tips to keep your transactions safe and more convenient. 

General tips

• Before completing a transaction, always confirm if cash pickup services are available in your recipient’s location.

• Share the transaction number or cash pickup number securely with the recipient—no posting in the family group chat!

• Make sure your recipient has a valid, government-issued ID for pickup.

• Use the home delivery option, where available, for maximum convenience. 

Safety tips for cash pickup

Cash pickup is fast and convenient, but a few precautions go a long way in keeping your recipient and money safe:

• Choose a safe, well-lit location in a secure area. Avoid cash pickups from remote or crime-prone areas.

• Call ahead to confirm the agent’s location and business hours.

• Remind the recipient to have the pickup number and valid ID ready to avoid delays. 

• Bring a friend, especially when collecting large amounts of cash.

• Secure the money and keep it hidden before leaving the establishment. 

Sources: all third party information obtained from applicable website as of May 28, 2025

1. https://www.idt.net/boss-money-expands-remittance-service-to-venezuela-brazil-and-eritrea-2/

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