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, a first in the U.S. wireless industry. Starting immediately, customers with Total Wireless MAX 5G BYO, MAX 5G, and ALL ACCESS plans will receive a free monthly money transfer, covering the transaction fee and enabling funds to be sent to over 200 countries and territories through Western Union's global network.
This partnership sets a milestone in the industry, as Total Wireless is now 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 U.S. send money overseas each year, averaging more than 12 transactions annually, and this initiative helps families save on transfer fees.
“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.”
The 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 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, with global reach to over 200 countries and territories and trusted network of over 360,000 payout locations.
“We know how much it means to send money home. We designed these plans to ensure that, at least once a month, it's on us,” said Kim. The partnership also includes co-promotion efforts, with Western Union promoting Total Wireless through its app, email, 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.”
