What is an International Money Transfer (IMT)?
Last Updated: 26 Jun 2025
An International Money Transfer is an electronic transfer of funds in a specific currency and amount, to a friend, relative, or organisation overseas.
The person or organisation you are paying is known as a recipient, payee, or beneficiary.
The bank the funds are being sent to is known as the beneficiary bank.
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