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Wire transfers - Move money quicker - Los Angeles, California, United States

Wire transfers

Move your funds swiftly and securely with wire transfers from UCU. Whether sending money across town or across the globe, University Credit Union lets you directly transfer to a domestic or international institution for a small fee.
There is no waiting in line and no paper forms to fill out, just a fast, convenient way to move money. With our reliable service, you can rest easy knowing that your transactions are handled with the utmost care and efficiency, providing peace of mind every step of the way.
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Benefits of wire transfers - Los Angeles, California, United States

Benefits of wire transfers

Offering unparalleled speed, reliability, and security, wire transfers facilitate the seamless movement of funds across borders. UCU makes moving money domestically or globally quick, easy, and cost-effective.

 

  • Safer and more secure than a check
  • Ability to transfer very large sums
  • Domestic and international wires can be processed quickly
  • Outgoing wires can be completed the same day in some cases
  • Can request a wire transfer online via phone or in-person

Outgoing domestic wire transfers

For domestic wires, you must have the following information available before submitting your request to UCU. To process your wire on the same business day, information must be submitted before 1:30 pm PST. Outgoing wire requests received after 1:30 pm PST, Monday - Friday, will be processed on the next business day (wires are not processed on the weekends or holidays). Additional identification may also be required. 
  • Name of bank or credit union forwarding to, if applicable 
  • ABA or Routing & Transit Number
  • Financial Institution Address
  • Beneficiary Account Number
  • Name of Beneficiary 
  • Beneficiary Address 
  • Reference or Special Instructions (e.g. escrow number, if needed)
  • Purpose of Wire (REQUIRED)

Outgoing international wire transfers

For international wire transfers, you must have the following information available before submitting your request to UCU. To process your wire the same business day, information must be submitted before 11:30 am PST. Outgoing wire requests received after 11:30 am PST, Monday - Friday, will be processed on the next business day (wires are not processed on the weekends or holidays). Additional identification may also be required. 
  • Name of bank or credit union forwarding to, if applicable  
  • Bank ID Number (routing, SWIFT or BIC code) 
  • Financial Institution Address 
  • Beneficiary Account Number 
  • Name of Beneficiary 
  • Beneficiary Address 
  • Reference or Special Instructions (e.g. escrow number, if needed)
  • Purpose of Wire (REQUIRED)
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