How To Send Money To Missouri Inmates

Send money to an inmate

Western Union provides simple and reliable money transfer options, available 24/7, to loved ones currently in a correctional facility.

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Complete the required fields

Enter the name of the correctional facility, the inmate's name and their account number.

Select a secure payment method

Choose whether to pay with your credit/debit card¹, or with your bank account.

Confirm, send and track your transfer

Your money is on its way. We'll send you a confirmation email with the MTCN to track your transfer to track the funds.

1

Sign up and verify your free profile

Log in or Sign up and verify your profile and select 'Pay inmate.'
2

Complete the required fields

Enter the name of the correctional facility, the inmate's name and their account number.
3

Select a secure payment method

Choose whether to pay with your credit/debit card¹, or with your bank account.
4

Confirm, send and track your transfer

Your money is on its way. We'll send you a confirmation email with the MTCN to track your transfer to track the funds.

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Transfer money with our app

Send money on the go, anytime, from wherever you are with the Western Union^® app.

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Pay by phone

Easily send money over the phone to a correctional facility by calling 1-800-225-5227.

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Send money in person

Send money to an inmate in person from over more than 57,000 agent locations² in the U.S.

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Frequently Asked Questions about sending money to an inmate

Can I send money to an inmate with Western Union?

Yes, Western Union gives you four convenient ways to send money into an inmate's account. Send online, by phone, with the Western Union^® app or in person at one of our 55,000 agent locations² around the country.

How do I send money to an inmate with the Western Union^® app?

1. If you already have the Western Union^® app, log in with Touch ID or your credentials. If you don't have our app yet, simply download it on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. New users can follow the steps to register a profile with your email address. You can verify your profile using your driver's license, passport or government-issued ID.
2. Select 'Send money to an inmate.'
3. Enter the name of the correctional facility, the inmate's name and account number.
4. Pay for your money transfer via credit/debit card¹.
5. We'll provide the tracking number for your transaction (MTCN).

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How do I send money to an inmate online?

1. Log in or sign up and verify your free account. Click 'Pay inmate' to start your transfer.
2. Enter the name of the correctional facility, the inmate's name and their account number.
3. Pay with your credit/debit card¹.
4. We will send you a confirmation email with a tracking number of your transaction (MTCN).

How do I send money to an inmate from a Western Union^® location?

1. Search for a Western Union^® agent location near you.
2. Go directly to the counter and provide the agent with the name of the correctional facility, inmate's name and account number.
3. Pay with cash or a U.S. bank-issued debit card.
4. We will send you a confirmation email with a tracking number of your transaction (MTCN).

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How can I send money to an inmate by phone?

1. Call 1-800-CALL-CASH^® (1-800-225-5227).
2. Follow the prompts and provide the requested information. You'll need the correctional facility name, inmate's name, inmate's account number and the send amount.
3. Save your tracking number (MTCN) as proof of payment.

What correctional facilities does Western Union serve?

Western Union serves a variety of correctional facilities, allowing you to send money to inmates in county jail and state or federal prison. Use our correctional facilities locator tool to learn more.

Still have questions about sending money to an inmate?

Contact our Customer Care team or visit our FAQ page for more information.

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Rating as of September 15, 2020.

¹ If you're using a credit card, a card-issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. To avoid these fees or for reduced fees, use a debit card or check other payment methods.

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