GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Wiring Money Transfer Duration Statistics
The average duration for wiring money transfers is typically 1-5 business days.
In this post, we will explore the various factors that affect the duration of wire transfers, from the average processing times to the potential delays encountered in both domestic and international transfers. Understanding these statistics can provide valuable insights into managing expectations and optimizing the transfer process for individuals and businesses alike.
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"The average duration of a wire transfer is within 24 hours."
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"For international transfers, it can take as long as 5 days for the recipient to receive the money."
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"If the transfer is made by a customer at a bank, it can take as long as two hours."
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"Transfer speeds can also depend on the specific countries and banks involved. For some destinations, a transfer can take 3 days."
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"Wire transfers submitted after the cut-off time or on weekends may take an extra business day to process."
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"Some banks may process wire transfers in batches during the day, which can slow down completion times."
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"On average, SWIFT payments may take up to 5 working days but they could take longer depending on various factors."
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"Banks are generally required to make wire transfer funds available within 1 business day."
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"Nearly 20% of international wire transfers take more than 2 days to arrive."
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"For 48% of business payments, the most common time taken is one to two days."
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"Nearly 32% of all money transfers are done via wire transfers."
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"Money sent through wire transfers reached a record $642 billion in 2018."
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"The global average cost of sending money is around 7% of the amount sent with wire transfer."
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"In 2019, about 50% of the global remittances were processed within 30 minutes of being sent."
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"Over 60% of fraudulent money transfers are initiated via wire transfer."
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"Domestic wire transfer fees can range from $15 to $35 per transfer."
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"International wire transfers can cost between $35 to $45 per transfer."