Verified by Visa^® and MasterCard SecureCode^® were developed to help prevent unauthorised use of cards online. These services use personal passwords or identity information to help protect cards against unauthorized use. They’re available for most cards from participating financial institutions.

Once your card is activated, your card number will be recognised whenever it’s used at participating online merchants. When you process a money transfer online with Western Union, you may be prompted for your Verified by Visa^® or MasterCard SecureCode^® password to complete the transfer.

You can still use your card on our site if you haven’t activated Verified by Visa^® or MasterCard SecureCode^®.