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Telegraphic transfers



What is a Telegraphic Transfer (TT)?

A Telegraphic Transfer (also known as a “Wire”) is an electronic transfer of funds directly credited to a beneficiary’s overseas bank account. A choice of more than 130 currencies is offered - click here for more details.

Why should I use a Telegraphic Transfer?

  • In most cases a TT is the quickest way to send funds abroad (a TT will normally take one to two business days to reach the beneficiary)
  • Sending a TT in the beneficiary’s currency is usually more cost effective and helps ensure the funds are credited more quickly, as the payment can go “straight through” – click here for more details.

What details do I need to send a Telegraphic Transfer?

You will need to provide full details of the beneficiary’s bank account, including their IBAN (International Bank Account Number) if they are in Europe.

To comply with Australian Government regulations you must also provide the beneficiary’s full street address.

Please note that TT’s are sent via a network of correspondent banks, which sometimes levy a small handling charge on your payment. Any such fees are totally out of Community First Credit Union and Western Union Business Solutions’ control. Given that a network of banks is used to complete your telegraphic transfer, the time it takes for your payment to be credited can not be guaranteed.

If you have decided that a TT is the payment method for you, please contact a branch to organise your payment.

In order to send your TT, you must complete all sections of the order form. Please note:

  • you must enter full street addresses (PO Box addresses are not acceptable)
  • payments to all European, and certain other, countries require an International Bank Account Number (“IBAN”) – this may be obtained from the beneficiary
  • no symbols can be used in the beneficiary name (e.g. “&”, “/” etc)
  • we are unable to send funds to certain countries – view list of countries.

You should refer to our schedule of fees and charges to view current fees.

How do I arrange a Telegraphic Transfer through Community First?

Simply call 1300 13 22 77 or visit your nearest Financial Services Store.

Alternatively, download an order form here, fill it in online or print it out. Please fax the completed form to Community First Credit Union to 02 9735 1661 or email it to askus@communityfirst.com.au, and not to Western Union Business Solutions.



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The financial products (Drafts and Telegraphic Transfers) referred to in this communication are provided by Western Union Business Solutions (Australia) Pty Ltd ABN 24 150 129 749 AFSL 40409, trading as Western Union Business Solutions (“WUBS”), under its agreement(s) with your Financial Institution. Fees & Charges and Terms & Conditions apply.

It's important for you to consider the relevant Product Disclosure Statement (“PDS”) and any other relevant WUBS documents before you decide whether or not a financial product is right for you. A Drafts PDS is available for each financial product issued by WUBS from your Financial Institution or on the compliance section of our website http://business.westernunion.com.au/about/compliance/. Any advice provided above is general and does not take account of your personal objectives, financial situation or needs.

This communication has been prepared solely for informational purposes and does not in any way create any binding obligations. The relationship relating to the financial products referred to in this communication are solely between you and the Financial Institution. No representations, warranties or conditions of any kind, express or implied, are made in this communication.

Western Union Business Solutions is an operating division of the Western Union Company. Western Union is the issuer of the financial products referred to in this communication.

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