Transfer money instantly through cyberspace.
Wiring money is one way to send money quickly and with little risk. Wiring is an electronic process that gets the money into the receiver's account within a few minutes. The actual transfer is handled by the sending and receiving banks, but you must provide the receiver's name, account number and bank's routing number, which is a nine-digit bank code that appears at the bottom of your checks. Some banks allow you to send funds via online banking, while others require a branch visit.
Instructions
1. Go to a bank branch and ask to see a customer service representative (CSR). Alternately, log on to your account if your bank allows online wire transfers.
2. Fill out a wire transfer form. Enter the receiver's routing and account numbers in the appropriate space. You also must include the receiver's name and the amount of money that you are sending. Follow your bank's instructions if you are transferring the funds online.
3. Wait for a confirmation at the bank that the funds have been sent and received before leaving the branch. Ask for the confirmation number or other document that shows proof of the transfer. If you process the transfer online, wait for online confirmation and print or save it before logging off of the Internet.
