Genealogy Chat

Have to send $25 (Canadian) to Canada to reimburse nice gentleman who sent me family history book - any suggestions as to the best way to do that? One suggestion I have had was postal order, but local postmaster says he thinks there is a problem cashing UK postal orders in Canada?? Appreciate any suggestions. Thanks, Maggie

Hi, You could use Western Union Money Transfer or the Moneygram at the post office, but you will have to pay a charge of about £15, but it is the most quickest and safest way to send money abroad. Shelley

Thanks - will explore that option. Maggie

Buy the postal order in Canadian dollars. When I send money to UK I buy a postal order in UK Currency. You can also purchase a bank draft or cheque in Canadian dollars and send that.

As the $25 converts to about 11.40 i would by the dollars free commission at post office and most tavel agents, and send in post,cheapest way as other options will cost more than original amount you are sending.

Thanks both - will get on the case on Monday!! Maggie

I wouldn't send cash in the post. Not the safest thing to do, especially international post. Rose

Tipex - payment from ur bank used to cost £7..safeway cheaper than western union....ask him if there is something we have over here that he wud like u to send out....maybe he will thinks of something...Ciao Joanie

Hi Maggie,what about pay pal?Are you a member of ebay cos thats where I signed up.Itwas to pay for things securely and now I use it for paying other things knowing that it is one of the best ways of paying quickly and securley.Wanda.x

Never send cash in the UK and certainly not abroad. Why not use an International Money Order. A bankers draft could cost as much as £25 depending on your relationship with your bank. Margaret N

Thanks all for the suggestions. Maggie