All senders must verify their identity to send money online. It is mandatory to collect and verify the following info about you:
- Full name
- Full address in Qatar
- Mobile phone number
- Email address
- Country and date of birth
- ID details (acceptable ID documents are Qatari ID and diplomatic ID)
- Nationality
After you register on westernunion.com or our mobile app, choose one of the following verification methods:
- Online verification via web or app:
After logging in to your profile, please select “Online verification” from the available options. Then you will need to take photos of the following using your phone or web camera and upload them:
- The ID document you used to register online
- A selfie photo following the on-screen instructions (move head up, down, left, etc)
Once your identity is successfully verified, you will receive both email and SMS confirmations.
- In-person verification at an agent location:
After you have successfully registered online, you will need to visit a nearby Alfardan Exchange location. Please note that you need to bring the same government-issued ID you used to create your profile.
After your identity is verified, you can start sending money immediately.