We'll lose £215 billion to hidden fees unless we act
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Happy International Day of Family Remittances
Share your story with us.
Why is sending money abroad important to you? How are hidden fees impacting you and your family?
The International Day of Family Remittances is celebrated on June 16th every year to raise awareness of the importance of remittances in supporting families and communities around the globe. Remittances provide vital support to approximately 1 billion people worldwide, making a significant impact on the lives of those who receive them. By contributing to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 10c, we are working towards reducing remittance costs to 3% by 2030, making this essential financial lifeline more accessible to everyone.
Together, we can make a difference. Share your story today!
Celebrate this special day by sharing your own story. Why is sending money abroad important to you? Your story can inspire others and highlight the profound impact of remittances. Let's spread the word and show the world the power of remittances.
Please share your story by answering the following questions:
- What is your name?
- Where are you from? Where are you living now?
- Why are remittances important for you? Does your family rely on remittances back home?
- Do you find pricing confusing when sending money abroad? Does it make it hard to shop around for different providers?
- Are you aware of additional fees hidden in exchange rate mark-ups? If so, how are hidden fees impacting you and your family?
We're urging governments to promote transparent pricing in cross-border payments to achieve this goal. People like you deserve to know the total cost of sending money abroad and make informed decisions. Learn more about the state of transparency around the world.
Join us to fight against hidden fees and make a difference!
Sharing your story helps all consumers around the world.
Sharing your story helps Wise to learn more about what is happening to real people. We use this information to explain consumer problems to the public, the media and policymakers. When you give us your story, you agree that we may use, share and make public your story using only your first name and state or country of residence. We will not share or make public any other information that identifies you personally unless we contact you and gain your permission to do so. By submitting your story, you agree to our Privacy Policy.
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