Cost to Send 1,000 NOK to Nigeria via Western Union

Western Union fees depend on the send method (bank, card, cash), payout option (cash pickup, bank deposit), and the live NOK→NGN rate. The figures below are indicative ranges.

Typical Cost Components

• Transfer fee: ~150‑300 NOK (varies by channel).
• Exchange‑rate margin: 2‑5% above mid‑market.
• Card‑payment surcharge: Extra 1‑3% if funding by credit/debit card.

Example (Illustrative)

Mid‑market: 1 NOK = 45 NGN.
WU rate: ~43 NGN (≈4.5% margin).
Fee: 200 NOK.
Total cost: 1,200 NOK → recipient gets ~43,000 NGN.

Get Exact Pricing

1. Visit westernunion.com or the app.
2. Enter send country (Norway), receive country (Nigeria), amount (1,000 NOK).
3. Select payout method; the total fee and delivery amount display before confirmation.

Alternatives

Digital specialists (Wise, Remitly, WorldRemit) often offer lower margins and transparent fees. Compare before sending.